Fall 2026 Social Media and PR Intern

Hartford Athletic • Windsor, CT

7d • Hybrid

About The Position

This internship offers a unique opportunity to be an integral part of the Marketing & Communications team at Hartford Athletics. The intern will contribute creative ideas to enhance the social media presence, with a special focus on TikTok strategy and content development. Responsibilities include capturing game day content on-site, posting real-time content, live tweeting match updates, and assisting with post-game recaps. The role requires attendance at all home matches and support for select away matches. Additionally, interns will participate in training sessions to capture real-time content and develop player personality features. The internship is designed for students pursuing degrees in Communications, Marketing, Journalism, Public Relations, Sport Management, or related fields, aiming to build a career in sports social media and communications.

Requirements

• Enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program and eligible for college credit, otherwise must be a volunteer
• Available throughout the fall semester
• All Hartford Athletic home match days at Trinity Health Stadium (evenings and weekends required)
• Remote availability for select away matches to support social media posting and game recap assistance
• Availability for 1-2 trainings per week for real-time content capture
• Reliable transportation to Trinity Health Stadium

Nice To Haves

• Passion for social media, content creation, and storytelling
• Strong, current understanding of TikTok trends, formats, and platform strategy
• Comfortable shooting and posting content in real time in a fast-paced, live environment
• Strong writing skills for live tweeting and recap content
• Creative eye for photo and video content, including behind-the-scenes and fan moments
• Positive attitude and willingness to work in a team environment
• Comfortable interacting with players, staff, and fans
• Detail-oriented with strong time-management skills
• Knowledge of soccer and the sports industry preferred but not required

Responsibilities

• Contribute creative ideas to positive impact Hartford Athletics’ social media channels, with a specific focus on TikTok strategy and content development
• Capture game day content on-site at Trinity Health Stadium, including gameplay, player moments, fan shots, and behind-the-scenes coverage
• Post real-time content across Hartford Athletics’ social media platforms throughout each home match
• Live tweet match updates, key moments, and fan engagement content during home games
• Assist with post-game recaps, including gathering content and supporting the social media and communications team in timely delivery of recap posts
• Attend all Hartford Athletic home matches as part of the content team
• Support remote social media posting and game recap assistance for select away matches
• Attend 1-2 training sessions a week to capture real-time content with players and personnel, focusing on player personality questions, social media trends, and more
• Take on other duties, special projects, and event-day tasks assigned by Marketing & Communications staff

Benefits

• Gain practical experience in real-time social media strategy and execution for a professional sports organization
• Live gameday content creation, including video, photo, and in-the-moment posting
• Sports communications and public relations
• Platform-specific strategy, with an emphasis on TikTok
• Player and personnel content development
• Professional sports organization operations

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed