About the role#
The Rockford Rivets are looking for a Journalism/Public Relations Intern for the Summer 2027 season. This position offers hands-on experience in content creation and media relations for a college baseball team. You will report to the Director of Marketing & Social Media and the Director of Digital Media. Please note this is an unpaid internship and you must be enrolled in a college or university program to receive academic credit.
What you'll do#
- Write game recaps for home and away games, player features, and team updates.
- Post live game updates on Twitter for all games.
- Attend all 36 home games and team events to gather content.
- Interview players, coaches, and staff for digital and print media coverage.
- Collaborate with the marketing and social media team to brainstorm story ideas and promote team initiatives.
- Work office and stadium hours on non-game days.
What you'll need#
- Strong writing, editing, and communication skills.
- An interest in sports journalism, specifically baseball.
- Proficiency with social media platforms like Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram.
- Basic knowledge of sports reporting and media relations.
- Ability to work independently and handle multiple tasks.
- Current enrollment in a college or university program.
- Graphic design experience is helpful but not required.
Location & details#
- Location: Rockford, IL
- Term: Summer 2027
- Modality: On-site
- Compensation: Unpaid (academic credit required)
About Rockford Rivets
The Rockford Rivets operate as an expansion team within the Northwoods League. This summer collegiate baseball league focuses on the development of college players. The organization maintains a base in Loves Park, Illinois, and employs between 11 and 50 people. It functions as a privately held entity within the spectator sports industry.
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