SUMMARY
The Amarillo Sod Poodles Communications Assistant internship is designed to teach the operation of a Minor League Baseball Communications & Operations department through an immediate hands-on approach. This position works closely with the Director of Baseball Communications and Operations in all areas, and upon completion of the program will possess the skills to successfully organize and operate in a Minor League Baseball Team’s Communications department.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (but not limited to):
Pre-Season
Below is a list of various operational responsibilities this position can expect to help execute in the pre-season but is not limited to the following:
- Compiling up-to-date media contact lists and familiarizing with local media outlets.
- Soliciting and fulfilling all media credential requests for the 2026 season.
- Writing stories to be used in the gameday magazine and website.
- Assisting with the editing and organization of the media guide and other print materials.
- Training on GameDay, Trackman, and ScorePAD software.
- Become familiar with MLB stats website and Sod Poodles game notes.
- Become proficient in preparing daily stat packs.
In-Season
Below are some of the responsibilities (but not limited to) this position will have during the season.
- Assist with writing postgame notes to be distributed to media members and posted on the Sod Poodles website.
- Produce or assist with daily stat packs, game notes, and lineups.
- Write and maintain bios for every player throughout the entirety of the 2026 season.
- Cleaning and maintaining a professional atmosphere in the press box.
- Working with the corporate team to help organize press box meals and ensure the press box fridge is stocked daily.
- Assisting other team members in production and marketing with specialty tasks.
- Act as MLB stringer for select home contests.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
- Expert knowledge of scoring and the game of baseball.
- Demonstrate strong sports writing skills with versatility between different platforms.
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office programs and Adobe Creative Suite (especially Adobe InDesign).
- Possess strong character, be reliable, trustworthy, and a self-starter.
- Ability to handle multiple projects at once and maintain a high quality of work in a professional setting.
- Applicant should be outgoing, hard-working, organized, and a team player.
- Ability to be in Amarillo through the duration of the 2026 Sod Poodles season and work most nights, weekends, and holidays from February-September.
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE
- Earned or working towards a Bachelor’s degree in Communications/PR/Journalism or equivalent
- At least one year of sports communications experience preferred
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.
