What are the responsibilities and job description for the Communications/Journalist Intern position at Upper Valley Nighthawks?
The Upper Valley Nighthawks are a collegiate summer baseball team based in White River Junction, Vermont, competing in the prestigious New England Collegiate Baseball League (NECBL). Founded in 2016, the Nighthawks are known for competitive baseball, community involvement, and professional development opportunities for players and staff. Each summer, the team provides a hands-on, growth and family-focused experience in a fun and fast-paced sports environment.
*Season runs from May 30 to August 9*
Internship Information:
- Opportunity to Earn College Credit (dependent on school format and approval)
- Access to professional-level baseball operations and social media production
- Ability to produce content for team website and other networks
- Networking opportunities with NECBL coaches, players, league officials and MLB staff
Responsibilities:
- Serve as a communications intern for all home games (22 ) throughout the NECBL season, with the potential of traveling to select away games as well
- Contribute game previews, recaps, features and other written media as needed for the team website in collaboration with the Director of Communications
- Coordinate with the creative & broadcast teams to promote key storylines
- Collaborate in creation of promotions calendar for home games and other in-season promotions
- Gather and compile stats and analytics for broadcast notes prior to each game
- Assist with planning and execution of game day entertainment
- Assist in the setup and teardown of all media equipment
- Other duties as assigned
Requirements:
- Currently enrolled in a Communications, Journalism, Sports Media, or related major
- Willingness to work as part of a team and family
- Flexibility to attend online pre-season team meeting and NECBL league training sessions
- Possess leadership qualities with the ability to collaborate and guide other team members in a professional environment
- Demonstrated self-motivation, organization, and attention to detail
- Ability to problem-solve quickly and remain calm under pressure
- Capable of multitasking in a fast-paced, team-oriented setting
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Baseball knowledge and prior experience with baseball statistics strongly preferred
Benefits:
- Housing provided ($600 for the entire summer)
- Gym membership included (River Valley Club)
- Free meals after every home game and additional free weekly meals from local restaurants
Please include 3-5 writing samples with your application
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.
Salary : $600