Meet the Students Who Spent Their Summer at Sportsfield Specialties
Meet the 2026 Sportsfield Specialties summer interns and learn about the students, their backgrounds, and the teams they're supporting this summer.
An internship at Sportsfield Specialties is a chance to step outside the classroom and see how a business really works. From day one, our interns become part of the team. They work on real projects, learn from experienced professionals, and see how their work supports customers and athletic facilities across the country.
Every internship is a little different. Some interns help develop marketing content, others support engineering projects or manufacturing operations, while those in finance assist with reporting, budgeting, and financial analysis. No matter where they work, every intern has the chance to learn new skills, contribute to meaningful projects, and gain experience that prepares them for their career.
We know an internship is about more than gaining experience. It’s also about discovering what kind of work you enjoy and where you want your career to go. That’s why we encourage our interns to learn from different teams, share new ideas, and take advantage of every opportunity to grow.
Every summer, our interns bring fresh perspectives and a willingness to learn. They become an important part of our team, and we’re excited to be part of their journey. We hope the experience they gain here gives them the confidence and skills they can carry into the next step of their careers.
Ryan is currently majoring in Economics and minoring in Education at Hamilton College.
Ryan was inspired to pursue economics after taking an introductory economics course and through the guidance of his academic advisor, who introduced him to the many opportunities the field has to offer. He chose to intern with SSI because of the strong sense of community and the opportunity to remain local while gaining valuable professional experience that will help prepare him for employment after graduation.
Through his internship, Ryan hopes to gain a deeper understanding of accounting and finance.
Outside of work and school, Ryan enjoys playing board games, chess, soccer, ultimate frisbee, and poker. He is also an avid NFL fan.
Fun fact: Ryan’s favorite drink is chocolate milk
Bryce is currently pursuing a degree in Accounting and Business Analytics at Villanova University.
Bryce’s chose to study accounting because of his financial accounting teacher during freshman year. As well as his longtime interest in math and working with numbers and data.
Bryce chose to intern with Sportsfield Specialties because of the strong work environment, and positive team culture, as well as it being a one-of-a-kind company in the area.
Through his internship, Bryce hopes to gain valuable real-world experience in finance and accounting while expanding his knowledge in both areas. He is also excited to learn how his work might support other departments across the company.
Outside of work and school, Bryce enjoys watching and playing sports, biking, skiing, playing strategy games, and listening to music.
Fun fact: Bryce knows how to juggle, and his favorite sports team is the Atlanta Falcons.
Alton is currently studying Aerospace and Mechanical Engineering at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute.
Alton chose to pursue engineering because he has always been interested in understanding how things work and wanted a career that could make a real-world impact. Growing up in Delhi, he was involved in sports from a young age and has seen firsthand the impact Sportsfield has had in the local community through its products. He is excited to learn how the company operates.
Through his internship, Alton hopes to gain valuable industry experience and learn from experienced engineers.
Outside of work and school, Alton enjoys staying active through running, skiing, hiking, biking, and climbing. He also enjoys cooking and traveling whenever he gets the opportunity.
Fun fact: Alton has traveled to nine different countries!
Brandon is currently pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering with a minor in Digital Design and Fabrication at SUNY New Paltz.
Brandon has always enjoyed understanding how things work and finding ways to improve them. His interest in design, problem-solving, and creating practical solutions led him to pursue mechanical engineering as his field of study. As a longtime track and cross-country athlete, he was especially drawn to the opportunity to explore the engineering and manufacturing behind products he has used for years. He saw Sportsfield Specialties as the perfect fit, combining his passions for athletics and engineering.
Through his internship, Brandon hopes to gain hands-on experience in the engineering and manufacturing process while applying what he has learned in the classroom. He is also looking forward to developing his technical skills, learning from experienced professionals, and gaining a deeper understanding of how products are designed and brought to market.
Outside of work and school, Brandon enjoys running, hiking, and spending time outdoors. He has been involved in cross country and track throughout his academic career and enjoys staying active.
Fun fact: Brandon has a collection of classic cars and enjoys learning about automotive history and restoration.
Jacob is currently pursuing a degree in Criminology at Norwich University. Jacob chose to study criminology because of his longtime interest in true crime shows and movies. He has also always been interested in the police force and wanted to be part of it to some extent.
Jacob chose to intern with Sportsfield because he wants to gain experience in a different side of the workforce to see what it is like and potentially use the experience gained in the future.
Through his internship, Jacob hopes to gain valuable experience from a marketing and sales perspective while expanding his knowledge of the industry and developing new skills.
Outside of work and school, Jacob enjoys playing soccer, watching football with his family, and hanging out with friends.
Fun fact: Jacob likes building LEGO sets.
Interested in becoming a Sportsfield Specialties intern? We’d love to hear from you.
Whether your interests are in engineering, finance, marketing, manufacturing, operations, sales, or another area of our business, our internship program offers the chance to learn from experienced professionals while working on meaningful projects. Visit our Careers page or contact us to learn about upcoming internship opportunities.