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Summer 2025 Marketing and Communications Intern

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Summer Internship
  • Marketing
    Media & Journalism
  • Windsor

AI generated summary

  • You must know soccer, have strong writing skills, be skilled in social media and Adobe Suite, and able to work flexible hours including match days. Spanish knowledge is a plus.
  • You will assist in brand development, support publications, manage media relations, monitor coverage, maintain social media, conduct interviews, pitch ideas, and execute contests during games.

Requirements

  • Must have a strong knowledge of soccer
  • News writing and editing skills
  • Experience with social media platforms including Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and TikTok
  • Experience with Adobe Suite including, but not limited to, Photoshop and Premier Pro
  • Ability to work nights, weekends and holidays on an as-needed basis as well as for all match days during internship
  • Ability to speak Spanish preferred but not required
  • The position will require in-person work

Responsibilities

  • Assist leadership in the development of a brand position and a consistent brand message through all internal and external forms of communication, including digital media and content, game operations, events and fan communications
  • Support the development of departmental publications (e.g., match recap, media advisories, media guide, etc.)
  • Leverage existing media relationships and cultivate new contacts within industry and local market media
  • Monitor and report on team coverage in the local and national media
  • Compile, archive and distribute local and national media clips
  • Attend and work all home games during internship
  • Contribute to coverage of all road matches during internship
  • Help maintain and update all Hartford Athletic social platforms
  • Pitch content ideas
  • Assist conducting interviews with Hartford Athletic players and coaches
  • Assist writing and editing features
  • Perform research on popular trends
  • Create and execute social media contests and promotions

FAQs

What is the duration of the internship?

The internship is for the summer of 2025.

What are the main responsibilities of the Marketing and Communications intern?

The intern will assist in developing brand messaging, managing team information, supporting publications, cultivating media relationships, monitoring media coverage, updating social platforms, and more.

Is knowledge of soccer required for this position?

Yes, a strong knowledge of soccer is a must for this internship.

Will the intern be required to attend games?

Yes, the intern must attend and work all home games during the internship and contribute to the coverage of all road matches.

What skills are preferred for this role?

Ideal skills include news writing and editing, experience with social media platforms, proficiency in the Adobe Suite, and the ability to pitch creative content ideas.

Is there a preference for candidates who can speak Spanish?

Yes, the ability to speak Spanish is preferred but not required.

Will this position require in-person work?

Yes, the position will require in-person work.

Are there any specific software programs the intern should be familiar with?

Yes, experience with the Adobe Suite, including Photoshop and Premiere Pro, is required.

Can the intern expect to work weekends?

Yes, the intern should be able to work nights, weekends, and holidays as needed, especially during match days.

Is this position remote or hybrid?

The position requires in-person work, so it is not remote or hybrid.

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Entertainment & Media
Industry
11-50
Employees
2018
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

We are Hartford Athletic. Our mission is to grow the game we love in the city we love. The Club is dedicated to providing Hartford with a world class professional soccer experience and building community through the beautiful game.