The Springfield Thunderbirds are currently seeking a Social Media Intern for the 2025-26 American Hockey League season. It will be a hands-on experience, providing the chance to gain relevant expertise in the field and capture hockey at the second-highest level. This internship position will be responsible for assisting the Creative Services Department in tasks that may include but not be limited to:
- Create and capture photo and video content of T-Birds games, community events, etc to post on social platforms (Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, TikTok)
- Assist the Social Media Manager in-game by clipping and posting highlights for social platforms and promotional purposes
- Update game night graphics such as lineups, intermission reports, and final score during the game
- Assist the Game Day Staff with promotional activities
- Able to assist the Social Media Manager in working away games (remotely) by updating social media feeds, game night graphics, clipping highlights, and monitoring AHLTV
- Ability to assist Social Media Manager in office during the week with projects and content
Requirements:
- Work ALL Springfield Thunderbirds home and away games during the 2025-26 season
- Must be actively involved with all social media channels and up to date on the trends
- Experience capturing engaging content with camera and iPhone
- General experience in Adobe Suite preferred, experience with Photoshop and Premiere is a plus
- Strong hockey knowledge and interest are highly recommended and encouraged
- Available to work pre-arranged office hours during the week
- Must conduct themselves with a professional attitude and appearance at all times
- Must be able to receive Academic Credit for internship
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.
