Game Day Communications Intern - Summer Semester (...

Position Title: Game Day Communications Intern (College Credit Only)Location: Staten Island, NYOrganization: Staten Island FerryHawksDuration: Summer 2025 (May - August)Compensation: College Credit OnlyAbout Us:The Staten Island FerryHawks are a professional baseball team committed to providing exciting, high-quality sports entertainment to fans in the Staten Island community. As part of our marketing and communications team, you'll gain hands-on experience in sports media, public relations, and social media management, all while supporting a professional baseball team's communications efforts.Job Description:The Staten Island FerryHawks are seeking a highly organized, motivated, and enthusiastic Game Day Communications Intern to join our media team for the summer of 2025. This internship is an exciting opportunity for college students looking to gain real-world experience in sports communications, media relations, and content creation. The Communications Intern will assist in various communication functions including preparing rosters, game notes, stat packs, updating team rosters, and live-tweeting during games.Key Responsibilities:Prepare and update team rosters and player information for each game.Assist in creating and formatting game notes, stat packs, and other materials for media use.Keep rosters and player bios up to date with current stats and game information.Assist with creating content for the team's social media platforms, including live-tweeting during games and sharing important updates.Assist in writing and distributing game recaps, press releases, and other written materials.Provide on-site support during home games, ensuring all press materials are available to the media and all press personel are attended to when on-site. Qualifications:Currently enrolled in a college or university, preferably pursuing a degree in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, Media Studies, or a related field.Strong writing skills, with experience in writing press releases, reports, or other professional communication materials.Familiarity with social media platforms, particularly Twitter, and experience with live-tweeting or managing social media accounts.Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks under tight deadlines.Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment, especially on game days.A passion for sports, particularly baseball, and an interest in sports communications.Benefits:Gain hands-on experience in sports communications and public relations with a professional baseball team.Build a strong portfolio of writing and media work with industry professionals and learn from experienced media staff.Opportunity to contribute to social media content and live-game coverage.College credit for your internship (approved by your academic institution).Opportunity to be involved in the exciting, fast-paced atmosphere of a professional sports team.We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.Job Questions:Are you eligible to receive college credit from your CollegeUniversity?Do you have living arrangements on Staten Island? If no, please confirm you are ok to commute.Have you ever worked or interned with a professional sports team?

Created: 2025-03-12