What are the responsibilities and job description for the Marketing & Social Media Internship position at Simmons Bank Championship?
The Simmons Bank Championship Presented by Stephens will take place October 20 to October 26, 2025, at Pleasant Valley Country Club in Little Rock, AR. The tournament, which will be televised on the Golf Channel, will feature a field of the top 54 PGA TOUR Champions professionals in the Charles Schwab Cup playoffs competing for a purse of $2.3 million dollars. Benefitting various charitable organizations across Arkansas, the Simmons Bank Championship Presented by Stephens will be managed by Pro Links Sports, a nationally recognized sports marketing and event management firm that assists in running several PGA TOUR and PGA TOUR Champions tournaments. For more information about the Simmons Bank Championship Presented by Stephens, please visit www.simmonsbankchampionship.com.
Position Summary:
This internship will focus on increasing the tournament’s visibility in the community and creating, distributing, and publishing content that reaches and engages our fans through the Simmons Bank Championship’s social and digital platforms. The ideal candidate is passionate about storytelling, displays excellent verbal and written communication skills, knows what sporting trends are relevant, must be able to work well under pressure, in a team environment, be keen to details, and seek gaining exposure to the PGA TOUR and entertainment industry.
Position Details:
- Help build our social media and newsletter calendar
- Write copy for emails/social media/website and proofread copy for public distribution
- Design website wireframes and revise active website pages
- Assist with creating/editing Tournament Spectator Guide
- Assist with executing all newsletters
- Regularly monitor social media posts/comments/replies to understand consumer feedback
- Help maintain photo database
- Develop graphic content of daily real-time, weekly, and monthly storylines around golf and PGATC
- Compile regular metrics reports, including social media, website, and video metrics
Qualified Applicants Must Have:
- Valid Driver’s License
- A desire to gain experience in a professional sports and entertainment environment
- Strong communication skills and desire to work well with others in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office
- Flexibility and willingness to work evenings and weekends
- Full availability during tournament week October 20 – October 26, 2025
- Internships will run from August 4 – October 31, 2025
Eligibility
- Must be currently enrolled in a degree program at the time of application and throughout internship period while receiving academic credit
- Applicants should reside near Little Rock or be willing to commute
- A resume and cover letter should be submitted as an attachment with the application
- Please note internships are unpaid
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.
