York College, located in Jamaica, New York, is seeking motivated and enthusiastic applicants for an Athletic Communications Internship. A member of the City University of New York Athletic Conference (CUNYAC), York College sponsors 17 NCAA Division III varsity sports and has captured 31 CUNYAC Championships.
This is an exciting opportunity for students interested in pursuing careers in athletic communications, sports media, journalism, digital media, marketing, and public relations.
THE OPPORTUNITY
Athletic Communications interns will play an integral role in promoting and enhancing coverage of York’s 17 varsity programs while helping elevate the Cardinals’ Athletic Department brand.
Through hands-on experience, interns will work directly with coaches, student-athletes, and athletic department staff while developing practical skills across all facets of a collegiate athletic communications office.
The internship is available as either a volunteer or credit-based opportunity and is designed to provide valuable professional experience for students looking to pursue careers in the sports industry.
AREAS OF HANDS-ON EXPERIENCE
Interns will gain exposure to a variety of athletic communications responsibilities, including:
- In-Game Statistics: Stat keeping for basketball, soccer, softball, swimming, and volleyball.
- Journalism: Writing press releases, game recaps, feature stories, and social media content.
- Graphic Design & Digital Media: Creating graphics for the athletics website and social media platforms, including Facebook, Instagram, X, and YouTube.
- Publications Design: Developing game programs, posters, flyers, and other promotional materials.
- Video Production & Editing: Assisting with live webcasts, highlight videos, and game film.
- Sports Photography & Archival Management: Photographing athletic events, editing images for print and digital use, and maintaining an organized digital photo library documenting the history of York College Athletics.
- Public Address Announcing: Announcing and providing event coverage for home athletic contests.
IDEAL CANDIDATES
Students pursuing degrees in sport management, communications, journalism, graphic design, marketing, digital media, public relations, or related fields are encouraged to apply.
Successful candidates should demonstrate:
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Knowledge of and passion for a variety of sports.
- A self-starter mentality and the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- A professional demeanor and strong work ethic.
- Flexibility to work nights, weekends, and extended hours as required by the athletic schedule.