ABOUT THE NATIONAL HOCKEY LEAGUE
Founded in 1917, the National Hockey League (NHL®) is the premier professional ice hockey league in the world and is one of the major professional sports leagues in the United States and Canada.
With more than 1500 employees across the US and Canada, the NHL is a global sports and entertainment organization committed to building healthy and vibrant communities using the sport of hockey. At the NHL, we are looking for dynamic, energetic and impactful individuals who are committed to doing the same by sharing in our philosophy that Hockey is for Everyone.
WHAT WE EXPECT OF YOU
SUMMARY
The National Hockey League is looking for our next class of interns to join our 2026 Summer Internship Program.
The Player Relations Intern will assist remotely and on site at Stanley Cup Final with media operations including press box set up, press conference room staffing and media check in. Assist on site at NHL Awards/Draft with media operations including staff media riser, interview room and draftee escort. Additionally, assist in the Player coordination for European Player Media Tour, Player Orientation and North American Player Media Tour which would include editing, proofing, and drafting Player itineraries as well as reviewing Player travel/hotel accommodations. The intern will also assist in creating Event Book summaries for 2025-2026 events including: Global Series, Winter Classic, Stadium Series, Stanley Cup Playoffs, and Awards/Draft. This role will potentially require international travel in the event of a Canadian team playing in the Stanley Cup finals. In that case, the intern would need a valid passport.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Assist on site at Stanley Cup Final with media operations including press box set up, press conference room staffing and media check in
- Assist on site at NHL Awards/Draft with media operations including staff media riser, interview room and draftee escort
- Assist in the planning of European Player Media Tour, Player Orientation and North American Player Media Tour which would include editing, proofing, and drafting Player itineraries
- Assist in Event Book summaries for 2025-2026
QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge Areas/Experience
Required
- Organizational skills – ability to manage multiple tasks, maintain documentation, and assist with project planning.
- Professionalism
- Proficiency in handling confidential information
Preferred
- Background in Sports Marketing, Journalism, or Public Relations
Education/Certifications
- Currently enrolled as an undergraduate student in an accredited university/college pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field
- Candidates should be entering their junior or senior year of undergraduate study
Required Skills
- Communication
- Collaboration
- Problem Solving
CORE COMPETENCIES
These core competencies reflect the underlying values that are necessary to represent the National Hockey League:
- Accountability
- Adaptability
- Communication
- Critical Thinking
- Inclusion
- Professionalism
- Teamwork & Collaboration
All of our internships are paid at $20/hour. WE DO NOT OFFER SCHOOL CREDIT.
APPLICATION DEADLINE IS SUNDAY, MARCH 1, 2026. NO APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED AFTER THIS TIME.
Thank you for your interest in our internship program. We encourage you to apply to the opportunity that is most aligned with your academic background and/or work experience. With a high volume of impressive applications, only candidates invited for an interview will be contacted.
Please do not call or email regarding application status.
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.
