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Communications Intern (FT/Post Graduate)

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Pittsburgh Steelers

27d ago

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Off-cycle Internship
  • Customer Relations
    Media & Journalism
  • Pittsburgh

AI generated summary

  • You need a relevant Bachelor’s degree, sports communication experience, strong writing skills, proficiency in Microsoft and Adobe programs, and the ability to work independently and interact professionally.
  • You will compile news clips, manage the media room, coordinate interviews, produce game materials, monitor social media, and assist during press conferences and training camp.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in public relations, journalism or related field.
  • Prior experience in sports communication, including internships with PR, sports information, media relations or journalism preferred.
  • In-depth knowledge of professional football and sports media.
  • Excellent communication and writing skills.
  • Ability to interact, in a professional manner, with a variety of people (staff, players and media).
  • Organized, detail-oriented and a positive self-starter who works well with others.
  • Ability to work independently and follow through while asking questions when needed.
  • Ability to set up equipment for press conferences and game day requiring light to medium lifting.
  • Proficiency and familiarity with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, Teams etc.), Adobe programs (InDesign, Photoshop), project management tools (Basecamp, Teamworks), and social media websites.
  • Capability to learn current NFL statistics platforms (StatsPass, TruMedia, NFLGSIS, NFLOMG, Pro Football Reference).
  • Full-Time Year-Round (In-Season: approx. 40-60 hours/week; off-season: approx. 40 hours/week). Must be available weekends during the season and in the off-season as needed.

Responsibilities

  • Compile and distribute daily news clips for front office personnel.
  • Record and transcribe press conferences and interviews.
  • Set up equipment for press conferences.
  • Prepare, write and edit materials for the media guide, gameday program, game notes and season in review and other materials as assigned.
  • Write and disseminate press releases and media advisories as assigned.
  • Manage and clean the media room.
  • Ensure the media room has a daily schedule, updated rosters, releases and league information.
  • Handle the upkeep of the department’s media website on NFLOMG.com.
  • Update the team’s roster, player biographies, statistical information and cross-check statistics on a daily and weekly basis on NFLOMG.com.
  • Manage individual and team records on NFLOMG.com.
  • Distribute the daily media schedule to members of the department.
  • Assist with supervision of open locker media sessions and practice sessions open to the media.
  • Coordinate interview requests with players and assistant coaches as assigned.
  • Edit the flip card for all home games in coordination with the opposing team’s PR department.
  • Produce the weekly Press Box Notes, which includes information about the broadcasting network, parking, gameday protocols, field access, interview locations, etc.
  • Produce the weekly Public Address flip card for both internal and external PA.
  • Responsible for bringing all gameday materials from the facility to the stadium the day prior to the game and for transportation of department’s gameday staff to the stadium on gameday.
  • Set up the press box with flip cards, weekly game releases, programs and press box notes.
  • Serve as the gameday sideline media coordinator, reporting all injuries to the Senior Director of Communications in the press box for all home games.
  • Prepare and distribute game credentials for media.
  • Assist in developing talking points on NFL and team-related issues.
  • Assist the department during crisis communications.
  • Monitor social media (players and media) for all Steelers and NFL related topics.
  • Work the duration of Steelers training camp.
  • Assist with other projects as assigned by department members.

FAQs

What is the duration of the Communications Intern position?

The Communications Intern position is a full-time year-round role, with approximately 40-60 hours per week during the in-season and about 40 hours per week in the off-season.

What qualifications are required for the Communications Intern role?

A Bachelor’s degree in public relations, journalism, or a related field is required, along with prior experience in sports communication or related internships preferred.

What specific skills are needed for this internship?

Candidates should have excellent communication and writing skills, be organized and detail-oriented, possess proficiency in Microsoft Office and Adobe programs, and be capable of learning NFL statistics platforms.

Are there any physical requirements for the position?

Yes, the role requires the ability to set up equipment for press conferences and game days, which may involve light to medium lifting.

Will I be working with players and media?

Yes, the intern will interact professionally with a variety of people, including staff, players, and media.

Is prior experience in sports communication necessary?

While not mandatory, prior experience in sports communication, including internships with PR, sports information, media relations, or journalism, is preferred.

What are the main responsibilities of the Communications Intern?

Responsibilities include compiling daily news clips, recording press conferences, writing press releases, managing the media room, handling social media monitoring, and assisting during crisis communications among other tasks.

Will the intern need to work weekends?

Yes, the intern must be available to work on weekends during the season and in the off-season as needed.

Who will the Communications Intern report to?

The intern will report to the Senior Director of Communications, Assistant Director of Communications, Communications Manager, and Communications Coordinator.

Can I expect to learn about sports media and public relations at this internship?

Yes, the internship offers opportunities to gain in-depth knowledge of professional football and sports media, as well as practical experience in public relations and communications strategies.

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Pittsburgh Steelers

World Champions: IX, X, XIII, XIV, XL, XLIII

Entertainment & Media
Industry
501-1000
Employees
1933
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

The Pittsburgh Steelers are one of the National Football League’s most established franchises, as well as one of the most successful in the league. The Steelers were founded in 1933 by Art Rooney Sr., and are the fifth-oldest franchise in the NFL. The Steelers take pride in being one of only two teams in the NFL to have won six Super Bowl Championships. The Steelers soared to success in the 1970s under Hall of Fame Coach Chuck Noll, winning four of their Super Bowls during a six-year span. The team returned to that dominance in the 2000s, adding two more Super Bowls, one with Coach Bill Cowher and the sixth one under current Coach Mike Tomlin. Consistency, loyalty and a commitment to success on the field and in the community have made the Steelers not just one of the most respected teams in the NFL, but also in all of professional sports.