Media Relations Internship

Little League Baseball, Incorporated
  • South Williamsport, PA
  • $18 Per Hour
  • Intern
  • Instant Apply
4 days ago

Job Description

Little League® International Media Relations Internship – Summer 2027Little League® International is seeking qualified candidates to join the communications department to support media relations efforts for the summer of 2027 at its headquarters in South Williamsport, Pennsylvania. The internship will run from approximately May to August and is subject to availability as candidates must be available to work during the 2027 Little League Baseball® World Series in mid-August. The hours typically follow normal business hours, Monday – Friday, and earns $18 per hour for up to 35 hours per week.Acceptance into the internship is contingent on all applicable background checks. The preferred fields of study include Communications, Public Relations, Business Administration, Journalism, Sports Management, or related fields. ABOUT LITTLE LEAGUE INTERNATIONAL Located in South Williamsport, Pennsylvania, we are the administrative and operational headquarters for Little League Baseball and Softball, the leading nonprofit youth sports organization with 80+ years of history supporting youth baseball and softball. Little League® is played in approximately 6,500 communities across more than 80 countries worldwide. We believe in the power of youth baseball and softball to teach life lessons that build stronger individuals and communities. A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A MEDIA RELATIONS INTERN AT LITTLE LEAGUE INTERNATIONAL Our internship program provides a hands-on learning experience with one of the world's most visible sporting events. It provides behind-the-scenes access to the inner workings of media relations in a global sports organization. Reporting to the Senior Director of Communications, the successful candidate will assist in feature writing projects, research projects, media relations, administrative tasks, and other daily tasks as assigned.   DUTIES MAY INCLUDE:Assisting in the drafting of media materials, including press releases, media alerts, and media guidesCreating and maintaining media distribution lists for pitching and press releasesFulfilling media inquiries and photo requests, including scrubbing photos of competitor logosAssisting in the media credentialing process for the Little League World SeriesProducing and editing written content, including features and profiles for Little League official publicationsConducting research and interviews for feature stories, notable alumni, and award recipientsModerating the postgame press conferences with players and coaches during the Little League Baseball World Series QUALIFICATIONS FOR A MEDIA RELATIONS INTERN:Undergraduate working towards a degree in preferred fields of study including Communications, Public Relations, Business Administration, Journalism, Sports Management, or related fieldsStrong writing abilities, oral communication, and computer skillsFamiliarity of the Associated Press (AP) writing styleKnowledge of social media and current trendsStrong knowledge and understanding of baseball and softballWillingness to conduct research and provide creative ideas for contentFamiliarity with WordPress, the Adobe Creative Suite, and media monitoring software (i.e., Meltwater) is a plus DIVERSITY IN THE WORKPLACE STARTS HERE – ALL ARE WELCOME AND ENCOURAGED TO APPLY!  We are dedicated to providing a diverse, accepting, and supportive work environment that holds all employees to the highest standards of conduct, integrity, inclusiveness, respect, and engagement. We strive to transform our organization into a place where employees work, thrive, and grow while supporting our collective and individual successes.  Little League International is an Equal Opportunity Employer and we welcome underrepresented minorities to apply! PA Criminal Background CheckPA Child Abuse History ClearanceFBI Criminal History with Fingerprints

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LocationSouth Williamsport, PA
Job TypeIntern

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