What are the responsibilities and job description for the Jacksonville Icemen Game Presentation Internship 2026-2027 Season position at Jacksonville Icemen?
The Jacksonville Icemen are seeking a creative, motivated, and passionate Game Presentation Intern for the 2026-27 season. This hands-on opportunity provides valuable experience within a premier ECHL hockey organization and is ideal for students or recent graduates looking to build a portfolio in sports media, live-game production, fan experience, and video production. All applications will be kept on file until the start of the internship program for which candidates apply.
Timeline: September 2026 – April 2027 (or at the completion of Playoffs)
Timeline: September 2026 – April 2027 (or at the completion of Playoffs)
Position Overview
The Game Presentation Intern will work closely with the Game Presentation and Game Operations teams to enhance the in-game fan experience. This role will assist in bringing professional hockey games to life.
From operating and updating video board graphics to running the DJ booth and running a camera, this internship offers a unique opportunity to gain real-world experience in live sports production and broadcasting.
The Ideal Candidate Will Have:
- Interest/Experience in live sports, game operations, and/or broadcasting
- Excellent attention to detail and creative storytelling abilities
- Familiarity or ability to read a game script
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment and manage multiple assignments.
- Strong communication, organizational, and time-management skills
- A positive attitude and willingness to collaborate as part of a team
As a Game Presentation Intern, Your Responsibilities May Include:
- DJing the game using a provided game script and cues from the game producer.
- Operating video board graphics before, during, and after games.
- Operating venue lights before, during, and after games.
- Operating a camera that streams to FloHockey and the video board.
- Shadowing the game producer, technical director and replay operator.
- Attending pre-game production meetings.
- Other duties as assigned.
Internship Requirements:
- Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in Sports Media, Broadcasting, Digital Media, Graphic Design, Video Production, or a related field.
- Housing and transportation in Jacksonville or surrounding area.
- Availability to work home games and designated office hours.
Compensation:
This is a non-paid internship. School credit may be earned if applicable.
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.