The Grand Forks Spitfires are offering internship opportunities for current college students with an interest in sports and event media to gain experience and knowledge in video/broadcast production & video creation. Grand Fork Spitfires internships provide students with immersive, hands-on-learning to help position them for a career in the sports, entertainment and event industry upon graduation.

Who We Are

The Grand Forks Spitfires joined the Northwoods League (NWL) in 2026 (Inaugural Season).

Not Your Average Summer League

Let’s get this out of the way: Yes — we know Grand Forks has heard the pitch before. The team, the league, the “big dreams.” And yes — we know how that turned out. But this isn’t that. This isn’t a league without a plan. This isn’t a one-summer wonder. This is Northwoods League Softball (NWLS) — and we’re built different.

The Grand Forks Spitfires are committed to their mission of using FUN to make a difference in the lives of our community, employees, players, and interns.

The Internship Position

The Grand Forks Spitfires are looking for a Broadcast Camera Director & Video CreationB intern to join their team in Grand Forks, North Dakota for the 2026 season. As a Broadcast Camera Director intern you will be directly involved in the live broadcast of all Spitfires games.

The Broadcast Camera Director intern may serve as a Larks representative at various promotions, events, Spitfires games and Funatix events.

Tentative Start Date: May 18th, 2026

Tentative End Date: August 8th, 2026

Academic Qualifications: Applicants should be studying a subject in a relevant field. This may include but is not limited to Video Production, Sport Management, Broadcasting, Journalism, Marketing and Communications.

Roles and Responsibilities

Serve as the Camera Director (or Director/Technical Director) on the broadcast team for all 21 Spitfires home games.
The Camera Director is responsible for choosing and switching camera shots during the game.
The Camera Director is responsible for vocally leading the Camera Operators into getting clean and consistent broadcast shots during the game.
The Camera Director works closely with the Technical PC Director and Broadcaster to produce a clean and consistent broadcast.
The Camera Director is responsible for assisting the camera operators in setting up cameras prior to the game and taking down cameras after the game.
The Camera Director will serve as the main point of contact with ESPN during ESPN+ games.
You can watch previous games on demand for free:

https://portal.stretchinternet.com/nwllarks/index.htm#

Create graphic and video content for Spitfires video board.
Create graphic and video content for Spitfires social media.
Create graphic and video content for Funatix Events.
Assist with managing video board equipment.
Assist with photo editing, uploading, and labeling.
Maintain proper care of broadcast equipment.
Represent the team at various Spitfires and Funatix Events and participate in other outside, community events and mascot appearances, as defined by the team.
Promote a positive fan experience by interacting with our fans in all areas of the ballpark.

General Team Responsibilities

Game and Team Event Availability: Expected to be available for all Grand Forks Spitfires home games and team events, this includes weekends and holidays.
Funatix Event Availability: Expected to be available for all Funatix Events. Full event list will be provided. This includes weekends and holidays.
Game Day and Event Hours: Expected to be available from mid to late morning through the end of the game and/or event. The schedule will be decided by the direct supervisor on a homestand and event basis.
Non-Game Day/Event Hours: Expected to attend office hours of 9 AM-5 PM each weekday.
Assist with distribution of team pocket schedules, posters and other marketing materials throughout the stadium and community.
Assist with ballpark set-up and tear-down before-the-season, after-the-season and during each homestand
Assist with event set-up and tear-down at team events
Assist with Family Fun zone set-up and tear-down
Maintain ballpark cleanliness including but not limited to: cleaning tables, chairs, Family Fun Zone area, etc.
Every intern will be required to perform as the mascot at least once during the summer
All other duties as assigned by Spitfires front office staff

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Previous internship or job in live sports production preferred
Experience using Adobe Creative Suite (Premiere, InDesign, After Effects, Photoshop, Lightroom)
Experience posting to social media including Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, TikTok and LinkedIn
Experience in website management preferred
The ability to work extended hours upwards of 14 hours and lift 30-50 lbs
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Strong organizational and time management skills
Strong attention to detail
Must be a team player with strong leadership and communication skills
Must be enthusiastic with a desire to work hard and have a positive “can‐do” attitude
Ability to multi‐task and handle responsibility
Self‐motivated and ability to take initiative
Enthusiastic team player, shows enjoyment and interest in working collaboratively
Uphold our core values: Experience Obsessed, Positive Energy, Innovating Constantly, and Community Rooted. These core values set the tone in everything we do, help us succeed on and off the field, make a difference in the community and provide the best experience in sports. It is important that the person in the position commits themselves to these core values.
Uphold our service vision: Happy People Making People Happy. We want people who love what they do, who find joy in making others laugh or smile, who want to use fun and happiness to make a difference in the lives of coworkers, clients and fans.

Reports To: Video Production Manager or General Manager

Stipend & Housing: While this is an unpaid internship, the Spitfires offer a stipend to assist with living expenses, including housing, transportation, and meals. The organization provides two housing options designed to accommodate both local interns and those relocating to Grand Forks for the duration of the internship.

Option 1-

Stipend-$1000/Month

Housing-Not Provided. Intern is responsible for providing their own housing.

Option 2-

Stipend-$500/Month

Housing: Housing is provided by the organization. If a security deposit or utility expenses are required, they will be the responsibility of the intern.

Credit: College credit towards a major, minor or general elective may be earned.

Work Samples / Portfolio: Please provide a link to work samples, sizzle reels or online portfolio in your resume or cover letter section of the application. Links can be YouTube, personal website, Dropbox, or Google Drive. Work samples could include but are not limited to: videos, graphic design, or writing.

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.