PR & Communications Intern
Lehigh Valley Spirits - Intern
Allentown · PA
Communications & Public Relations · Corporate Communications · Writer/Editorial
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MASL Lehigh Valley 2026-27 - Lehigh Valley Spirits
The Lehigh Valley Spirits (MASL) Lehigh Valley franchise is seeking a PR and Communications Intern to support all aspects of the club’s communications efforts throughout the 2026-27 season. The ideal candidate is a motivated, detail-oriented team player with a passion for sports media, storytelling, and live event execution. This individual will play a key role in helping establish MASL Lehigh Valley as one of the region’s premier sources of sports and entertainment.
The Lehigh Valley Spirits (MASL) Lehigh Valley franchise is seeking a PR and Communications Intern to support all aspects of the club’s communications efforts throughout the 2026-27 season. The ideal candidate is a motivated, detail-oriented team player with a passion for sports media, storytelling, and live event execution. This individual will play a key role in helping establish MASL Lehigh Valley as one of the region’s premier sources of sports and entertainment.
REPORTS TO: PR and Media Coordinator
DURATION: Full Season (November – April)
HOURS: Approximately 20–30 hours per week (varies based on game schedule and events)
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Must be available to work all home games and other team-related events as needed, including nights and weekends
• Support the communications, creative, and marketing departments with daily and weekly initiatives, including media preparation and coordination
• Assist the PR and Media Coordinator with day-to-day operations and gameday communications responsibilities
• Organize and maintain press level during home games
• Compile and distribute game night media materials to press row, including stat packets, game notes, lineups, and other relevant documents
• Coordinate player and coach media availability sessions during weekday practices and team events
• Collaborate with other departments to enhance fan engagement and support organizational marketing and revenue initiatives
• Adapt and thrive in a fast-paced, live-event sports environment
• Perform other duties as assigned
DURATION: Full Season (November – April)
HOURS: Approximately 20–30 hours per week (varies based on game schedule and events)
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Must be available to work all home games and other team-related events as needed, including nights and weekends
• Support the communications, creative, and marketing departments with daily and weekly initiatives, including media preparation and coordination
• Assist the PR and Media Coordinator with day-to-day operations and gameday communications responsibilities
• Organize and maintain press level during home games
• Compile and distribute game night media materials to press row, including stat packets, game notes, lineups, and other relevant documents
• Coordinate player and coach media availability sessions during weekday practices and team events
• Collaborate with other departments to enhance fan engagement and support organizational marketing and revenue initiatives
• Adapt and thrive in a fast-paced, live-event sports environment
• Perform other duties as assigned
JOB REQUIREMENTS:
• Must maintain a flexible schedule, including all home games, weekday office hours, and additional nights and weekends as required
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines
• Professional demeanor and ability to interact with players, staff, media, and senior leadership
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving ability
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a collaborative team
• Energetic, positive, and proactive attitude
• Strong interest in sports communications, media relations, and live event production
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines
• Professional demeanor and ability to interact with players, staff, media, and senior leadership
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving ability
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a collaborative team
• Energetic, positive, and proactive attitude
• Strong interest in sports communications, media relations, and live event production
PREFERRED SKILLS:
• Previous experience in sports, entertainment, communications, or media relations preferred
• Background in sports writing, journalism, or content creation is a plus
• Bilingual candidates strongly preferred
• Familiarity with indoor soccer, professional sports environments, and/or the Major Arena Soccer League (MASL) is a plus
• Passion for learning and growing within sports communications and public relations
• Background in sports writing, journalism, or content creation is a plus
• Bilingual candidates strongly preferred
• Familiarity with indoor soccer, professional sports environments, and/or the Major Arena Soccer League (MASL) is a plus
• Passion for learning and growing within sports communications and public relations
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.
Job Questions:
Are you local to the Lehigh Valley or within commuting distance (less than 60 minutes)?
Are you familiar with the Lehigh Valley Phantoms, Lehigh Valley Spirits, and professional sports media? If so, please elaborate.