What are the responsibilities and job description for the Broadcast Internship position at Syracuse Crunch?
Broadcast Intern Job Description
Job Description:
The participant will work under the direction of the Chief Operating Officer, Director of Broadcasting and Vice President of Communications & Digital Media and will be introduced to the broadcasting and media relations aspects of a professional sports team.
Candidates should have flexible schedules to be at the arena for practices and morning skates and all home games. Candidates may also be required in studio for select road games throughout the season.
Objective/Goals:
The internship will provide hands-on experience by working closely with the Crunch radio/television broadcaster. Chosen candidate(s) will become knowledgeable of the necessary preparation and inner workings of a professional hockey broadcast.
The internship will provide hands-on experience by working closely with the Crunch radio/television broadcaster. Chosen candidate(s) will become knowledgeable of the necessary preparation and inner workings of a professional hockey broadcast.
Responsibilities:
- Assist in the preparation for the Crunch radio/television broadcasts
- Provide relevant statistics for the Crunch radio/television broadcasts
- Possibility of on-air experience for radio broadcasts
- Contribute to radio broadcasts via packaged stories
- Conduct interviews with players and coaches for the broadcasts and other forms of media outlets
- Contribute to the content of the game day press notes
- Work home games, events and select road games (remotely in studio) as necessary
- Perform other duties as assigned in the areas of media relations
- Qualified candidates may contribute to any of the team’s official podcasts
Qualifications:
- Candidate should be an undergraduate or graduate student interested in seeking a career in sports broadcasting or journalism
- Strong creative, organizational, written and verbal communication skills
- Understanding of the rules of ice hockey strongly recommended
- Experience in sports preferred, but not necessary
- Ability to work flexible hours including nights and weekends
- Perform other duties as assigned
Time:
- Duration of the 2026-27 Syracuse Crunch season
- 15-20 hours per week (negotiable)
- Attendance at a minimum of one (1) practice or morning skate each week
- Additional team events (annual holiday party, community events, etc.) as needed
- Extended hours on game days
Compensation:
This is a non-paid internship. When negotiated with each individual college, credit will be granted. There is parking reimbursement.
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.