What are the responsibilities and job description for the Journalism Intern position at Rockford Rivets?
The Rockford Rivets are seeking a motivated and passionate Journalism Intern to join our media team for the 2025 season. This is a hands-on, unpaid position that provides valuable experience in sports journalism, content creation, and public relations for a college baseball team. The ideal candidate will be eager to learn about the sports industry, possess strong writing and communication skills, and have a keen interest in baseball. The journalism interns will report directly to the Director of Marketing. This summer internship program runs from mid-May to late August. All interns must be available for each home game (36), along with any additional events assigned throughout the season.
Responsibilities:
- Write game recaps for home and away games, player features, and team updates for the Rivets’ website, social media channels, and other marketing materials.
- Post game updates on Twitter for home and away games
- Help manage the team’s social media accounts by creating engaging content, including live game updates, photos, and behind-the-scenes stories.
- Attend all 36 home games, and team events to gather content, conduct interviews with players, coaches, and staff, and provide coverage for both digital and print media.
- Work closely with the marketing/social media team to brainstorm story ideas, highlight key players, and promote team initiatives.
Required Skills:
- Strong writing, editing, and communication skills.
- Passion for sports journalism, with a particular interest in baseball.
- Proficiency in social media platforms (Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, etc.).
- Basic knowledge of sports reporting and media relations.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
- Previous experience with photography, video editing, or graphic design is a plus but not required.
- Must be available to attend games and events, including evenings and weekends, as needed.
The Rockford Rivets, based in Rockford, IL, are a proud part of the Northwoods League. 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.
