Houston Dynamo FC

Houston Dynamo FC

College Intern - Digital Marketing

Houston Dynamo FC - Intern
Houston · TX
Marketing · Paid Internship · Web Design/Development
Job Title: Digital Marketing Intern
Location: Houston, TX 77003
Department: Digital Marketing
STATUS: Part-Time Internship
START DATE: September 23, 2025

Overview:
The Houston Dynamo Football Club is seeking candidates with an interest in digital marketing, sports marketing, and/or communications to join the team as a Digital Marketing intern. The candidates will assist with various digital elements, including email communication, assisting with the creation of user experiences, copywriting, and maintaining user interfaces. 

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Supports Digital Director and digital team with planning and executing campaigns as assigned. 
  • Assist the Digital Marketing team with weekly fan communication via email, web, app, and other platforms with a strong emphasis on copywriting.  
  • Assist with game day content capture as needed for digital platforms. 
  • Other duties as assigned.
 
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
  • Currently or recently enrolled at college or university and majoring in marketing, communications, public relations, journalism, sports management or relevant concentration.
  • Understanding of and ability to demonstrate professional acumen across the responsibilities of the position, including writing skills and engagement with Club staff and other stakeholders. 
  • High school diploma/degree. 
  • Ability to work evenings/nights, weekends and holidays. 
 
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND OTHER ATTRIBUTES
  • Interested in acquiring further marketing and communications experience across the marketing functions. 
  • Ability to efficiently and effectively communicate (written and verbal). 
  • Ability to be resourceful and proactive in dealing with issues that may arise. 
  • Ability to organize, multitask, prioritize and work under pressure. 
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel, etc.). 
  • Experience with email and/or web development platforms is a plus (examples include Salesforce Marketing Cloud, Constant Contact, MailChimp, Wix, WordPress, Squarespace). 
  • Experience with Photoshop is a plus. 
 
Benefits:
• Hands-on experience in a professional sports environment.
• Opportunity to network with industry professionals.
• Exposure to multiple facets of the business side of a professional sports team.
• One pair of complimentary Dynamo games and other team events.
• College credit (if applicable).

Duration & Hours:
• Duration: 8-12 weeks
• Hours: 20-25 hours per week (flexible, depending on your academic schedule)
• Start Date: September 23, 2025

Compensation:
• $10/hour

OTHER INFORMATION
Diverse candidates of all backgrounds are welcome, and the Club seeks individuals passionate about sport, inspiring the city and devoted to the organization's growth. While duties and responsibilities vary across positions, we are seeking individuals who are accountable, collaborative, progressive, agile and ethical/values driven.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. 

Job Questions:

  1. Are you legally authorized to work in the U.S.?

  2. Are you 18 years of age or older?

  3. Were you referred to this position by a current or former HDFC employee? If so, please provide their name here.

  4. Do you have any past or current affiliations with Houston Dynamo FC or its employees? If so, please describe.

  5. Are you willing to submit a background check and drug screen if selected for employment?

  6. Will you now or in the future require employment visa sponsorship?