What are the responsibilities and job description for the Intern - Media Relations (2026 Season) position at Pittsburgh Pirates?
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Job Summary
The Pittsburgh Pirates Public Relations department is hiring interns for the 2025 season. Interns will assist the Public Relations department with game-day related activities.
Responsibilities
- Delivery of all game day material to various members of the organization, media, and broadcasters.
- Help manage the press box prior to and after each game.
- Research stats and communicate to broadcasters, television rightsholder graphics person, and Pirates content team during the game.
- Research team and player notes for weekly minor league news and notes that are distributed internally and to the media.
- Write recaps of games for future This Date In Pirates History placements.
- Assist with updating and inputting information for end-of-season minor league review.
- Proofread game notes and assist with updating other parts of the notes.
Qualifications
Required:
- Authorized to work lawfully in the United States.
- Candidates must be enrolled in an accredited institution.
- Candidates majoring in journalism or sports management.
- Junior, Senior, or Graduate level.
Desired
- Previous media relations experience
Equal Opportunity Employer
The Pittsburgh Pirates are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.