What are the responsibilities and job description for the Media Relations Intern, Spring Training position at New York Yankees?
Media Relations Intern, Spring Training
Department: Communications & Media Relations
Reports To: Senior Director, Communications and Media Relations
Job Classification: Part-time, Non-Exempt
Location: GMS Field – Tampa, FL
Position Summary:
Built upon our storied legacy, the New York Yankees look to attract the best possible talent not just on the field but in the front office as well. It is our shared responsibility to maintain the first-class reputation associated with the franchise in all aspects of our business.
The New York Yankees are looking for a Media Relations Intern to join our Communications and Media Relations team for Spring Training at George M. Steinbrenner Field in Tampa, Florida. This role is primarily responsible for assisting with the day-to-day media operations, producing press materials and internal documents, and supporting coverage during New York Yankee Spring Training games.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Compile and distribute news clippings pertaining to the Yankees, George M. Steinbrenner Field, Yankee Stadium and baseball from all Florida and New York metropolitan area newspapers, magazines and websites.
- Contribute to daily Spring Training game notes and produce scorecards, stat packs, rosters and other department materials.
- Assist with photo shoots, photo day and setting up GMS Field for various needs.
- Assist with media at practices, home games and select road games.
- Assist official scorer during home games.
- Amicably respond to requests from fans and members of the media involving questions about Yankees' history, statistical information, or other general matters. Some administrative duties, such as answering telephones, filing, making copies, etc.
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications and Experience:
- College graduate is strongly preferred; Bachelor’s Degree in Communications, Sports Management, Journalism, or related field is a plus
- Prior experience working at a professional sports organization or a college sports information department strongly preferred
- General baseball knowledge, including ability to keep score and understand statistical information
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel)
- Experience using Adobe InDesign strongly preferred
- Proven ability to maintain confidential and sensitive information
- Excellent communication skills and strong attention to detail
- Flexible work schedule and ability to work in an outdoor stadium environment
- Fluency in Spanish a plus
Duration: February 6, 2026 – March 23, 2026
This description is intended to describe the type of work being performed by a person assigned to this position. It is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities required of the employee. The New York Yankees are an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Company is committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants for employment.
All offers are contingent on a satisfactory background check.
