The Grand Forks Spitfires are offering internship opportunities for current college students with an interest in sports broadcasting to gain experience and knowledge in video and broadcast production. 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 Position

The Grand Forks Spitfires are looking for a play-by-play broadcaster to join their team in Grand Forks, North Dakota for the 2026 season. As the play-by-play broadcaster, you will be responsible for providing play-by-play commentary during all 21 Bismarck Larks home games on the Northwoods League TV Network, ESPN+ and spitfiressoftball.com.

Tentative Start Date: May 18th, 2026

Tentative End Date: August 8th, 2026

Academic Qualifications: Applicants should have studied relevant fields including but not limited Sport Management, Broadcasting, or Journalism.

Roles and Responsibilities

Broadcast all 21 home games on the Northwoods League TV Network or ESPN+, including pre and post-game shows during the regular season (and playoffs if necessary).
Assist in the creation of each Lead-In Show with the help of the Technical PC Director
Responsible for any pre-game assignments including game/player research, statistics, and interviews.
Responsible for updating the official scoring roster, including taking headshots of new players and uploading to the team website/dropbox.
Responsible for updating in-stadium elements such as the official standing and line up board.
Responsible for calling all the action of each game, describing in detail the action of a highly competitive, summer collegiate baseball championship season.
Responsible for post-game duties include but not limited to: live interviews, and a wrap-up of both nightly team and Northwoods League results.
Assist with writing promotional pieces for digital platforms and team game-day programs.
Assist with production of in-house video projects.
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

Play-by-play experience required
Previous internship or job in live sports broadcasting preferred
Experience using Adobe Creative Suite (Premiere, InDesign, After Effects, Photoshop, Lightroom) preferred
Experience posting to social media including Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, TikTok and LinkedIn
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
The ability to work extended hours upwards of 14 hours and lift 30-50 lbs
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 broadcast samples or reel(s) in your resume or cover letter section of the application. Links can be YouTube, personal website, Dropbox, or Google Drive.

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.