Intern - Athletic Communications

This is a Part Time Unpaid Internship

As the Athletic Communications Intern, you will report to the Director of Athletic Communications and play a key role in promoting USA Baseball's events and programs. You will assist with creating written content, managing the organization's website, and supporting social media efforts to uphold USA Baseball's brand and media presence.

ANTICIPATED START DATE
• North Carolina – May 2025
• Arizona – May 2025

ANTICIPATED END DATE
• Arizona – July 2025
• North Carolina – August 2025

POSITION DETAILS
• Full-time hours (40 hours/week)
• Role type: Remote Hybrid
• Based remotely and will travel to work on-site for events as assigned.
• Based in Cary, North Carolina, or Peoria, Arizona
• Possible domestic travel involved in this position (all travel costs covered by USA Baseball)
• USA Baseball has four (4) Intern, Communications positions available USA Baseball will hire two (2) interns to be based in North Carolina and two (2) to be based in Arizona.

IN THIS ROLE
• You will create, proofread, and edit written content for USA Baseball's website, including game recaps, feature stories, and press releases.
• You will maintain USA Baseball's organizational history, including records, rosters, and statistics.
• You will update and manage USA Baseball's website with accurate and timely information.
• You will assist or serve as a press officer for national teams and development programs.
• You will serve as a media contact during events, managing press boxes, social media coverage, and content creation.
• You will monitor media and social platforms to engage with and create content for USA Baseball's audience.
• You will collaborate with the creative services team to use photo and video content effectively on social media.
• You will analyze campaign performance and provide insights to the communications team.
• You will develop and pitch creative ideas to enhance USA Baseball's brand awareness.
• You will assist with additional organizational needs as required.

QUALIFICATIONS
• You have strong interpersonal and written communication skills.
• You have strong creative and strategic thinking abilities.
• You have a strong understanding of baseball, including both the professional and amateur baseball landscapes.
• You are proficient in Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel.
• You are proficient in all social media platforms, including Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, TikTok, and X.
• You have basic knowledge and experience with Adobe Creative Suite and/or similar creative editing platforms, GameChanger, and/or StatCrew (a plus).
• You have experience writing feature stories, game recaps, media advisories, press releases, and creating social media marketing and content plans.
• You can multi-task and make sound decisions in a fast-paced environment.
• You have an excellent attitude and work well in a team setting.
• You are willing and able to work flexible, demanding hours and focus on tasks in busy or loud environments.
• You are in possession of or working toward a degree.

Preferred:
• You have experience managing complex projects or initiatives independently.
• You have advanced proficiency in creative editing tools and analytics platforms for digital campaigns.

COMPENSATION
• Hourly

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY
It is the policy of USA Baseball to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion or creed, sex, age, pregnancy, disability, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Discrimination and unlawful harassment are not tolerated at USA Baseball.

USA Baseball is dedicated to building an authentic and inclusive workplace. If you are interested in an open position but are hesitant to apply because of your experience, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be a great fit for USA Baseball and the right candidate for this position or other roles in our organization.

ABOUT USA BASEBALL
Headquartered in Cary, North Carolina, USA Baseball serves as the national governing body for baseball in the United States. Since 1978, the organization has been dedicated to Leading the Growth of Our Pastime's Future, supporting and protecting the game for its 15.6 million participants nationwide. A proud member of the United States Olympic & Paralympic Committee (USOPC) and the World Baseball Softball Confederation (WBSC), USA Baseball's national teams have earned 70 gold medals in international competition, including two Olympic gold medals and a World Baseball Classic title. Beyond competition, USA Baseball champions the sport's growth and well-being through initiatives such as BASE (Baseball Athlete Safety Education), Fun At Bat, Pitch Smart, PLAY BALL, the Prospect Development Pipeline, and USABat. Additionally, it recognizes the nation's top amateur baseball player each year with the prestigious Golden Spikes Award. For more information about USA Baseball, its national teams, or its development initiatives, visit USABaseball.com or USABDevelops.com.

Due to the high volume of applications received, we regret that we are unable to update candidates on the status of their application. Those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Please note that USA Baseball's offices will be closed for operations from November 27 to 29, 2024, and from December 23, 2024, to January 1, 2025. Candidates may experience delayed responses from hiring managers during these breaks.