What are the responsibilities and job description for the Social Media Intern (SUMMER) position at Dallas Mavericks?
POSITION SUMMARY: The Dallas Mavericks is looking for a Social Media Intern who will be responsible for assisting the social team and communications team with numerous initiatives over the summer.
LENGTH OF INTERNSHIP:
- June 2 – July 31, 2025. (Duration may change because of performance and/or business needs.)
- Mandatory In-Person Internship Development Session. (Every Monday morning.)
- Must be able to work 29 hours per week (3-4 day/wk.), which may include nights and weekends as needed and working games.
JOB FUNCTION:
- Ideating and executing social media campaigns.
- Learning how to cover events on social as well as conduct media interviews.
- Staying on top of trends and pop culture.
- Keeping the content/communications calendars up to date.
- Other essentials duties, that assists with day-to-day operations.
REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
To perform this role successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job function as well as the following:
- Working knowledge of the Dallas Mavericks and NBA.
- Knowledge of social media platforms (Facebook. Instagram, TikTok, Twitter, etc.)
- Must have strong writing and editing ability as well as excellent verbal communication.
- Must be detail-oriented, organized, and able to prioritize within in a fast-paced team environment.
- Ability to communicate and engage with fans with a customer first attitude.
- Must be highly motivated, goal oriented, and a self-starter.
- Handle confidential information in a professional manner.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
- Must be a current college Sophomore, Junior, or Senior Majoring with a preferred concentration in Sports Marketing/Management, Business/Marketing, Communications, or Advertising
If applying for college credit you must be able to provide proof that credit will be earned toward your course of study (from school/registrar).
JOB TYPE: Summer Internship
EEO: Administrative Support Workers
The Dallas Mavericks provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
LENGTH OF INTERNSHIP: July 3rd - July 26th. (Duration may change because of performance and/or business needs)
HOURS PER WEEK: 20 – 29 hours
PURPOSE: The Dallas Mavericks is looking for a Social Media Intern who will be responsible for assisting the social team with numerous initiatives over the season.
- *Paid internship. No other employee benefits and relocation expenses will not be covered.*
QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS:
- Must be currently enrolled in a Jr. or 4-year college with a preferred concentration in Sports Marketing/Management, Business/Marketing, Communications, or Advertising
- If applying for college credit you must be able to provide proof that credit will be earned toward your course of study (from school/registrar).
- Working knowledge of the Dallas Mavericks and NBA.
- Knowledge of social media platforms (Facebook. Instagram, TikTok, Twitter, etc.)
- Must have strong writing and editing ability as well as excellent verbal communication.
- Must be detail-oriented, organized, and able to prioritize within in a fast-paced team environment.
- Ability to communicate and engage with fans with a customer first attitude.
- Must be highly motivated, goal oriented, and a self-starter.
- Handle confidential information in a professional manner.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND REQUIREMENTS:
- Ideating and executing social media campaigns,
- Learning how to cover events on social as well as conduct media interviews,
- Staying on top of trends and pop culture,
- Keeping the content/communications calendars up to date
- Other essentials duties, that assists with day-to-day operations
The Dallas Mavericks provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
