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 National Hockey League seeks a curious, motivated data intern to analyze fan engagement trends across social media platforms. This role offers a leaguewide view of the NHL’s social media ecosystem and plays a key part in understanding fan behavior, particularly among the League’s youngest and most diverse audiences. As a member of the Strategy & Analytics team, you will analyze platform-agnostic data to identify trends, uncover insights, and help inform data-driven decision-making across the League. This internship provides hands-on exposure to social analytics tools, large-scale datasets, and executive-level storytelling, making it an ideal opportunity for candidates interested in sports, media, and data analytics.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Analyze social media performance and fan engagement data across established and emerging platforms
- Translate complex metrics and technical analysis into clear, actionable insights for internal stakeholders
- Monitor and identify trends in fan behavior, content performance, and platform evolution
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date datasets through daily data intake, sourcing, and record keeping
- Conduct independent research and deliver insights and recommendations to the NHL’s Strategy & Analytics team
- Collaborate with internal partners and gain exposure to a variety of social analytics tools, vendors, analytics providers, and content management systems
QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge Areas/Experience
Required
- Demonstrated experience in data analytics, reporting, and translating insights into clear, compelling narratives
- Basic understanding of business intelligence deliverables, including dashboards and visualizations
- Comfortable working with large datasets while maintaining accuracy and a big-picture perspective
- Deep understanding of mainstream and emerging social media platforms - including algorithms, formats, and cultural nuance
Preferred
- Experience with Tableau is a plus
Education/Certifications
- Currently enrolled as an undergraduate student in an accredited university/college pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field
Required Skills
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with keen attention to detail
- Strong proficiency using Microsoft Excel
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.
