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AEG is hiring: Journalism Intern in Loves Park

The Rockford Rivets are seeking a motivated and passionate Journalism Intern to join our media team for the 2025 season. This is a hands-on, unpaid position that provides valuable experience in sports journalism, content creation, and public relations for a college baseball team. The ideal candidate will be eager to learn about the sports industry, possess strong writing and communication skills, and have a keen interest in baseball. The journalism interns will report directly to the Director of Marketing. This summer internship program runs from mid-May to late August. All interns must be available for each home game (36), along with any additional events assigned throughout the season. Responsibilities: Write game recaps for home and away games, player features, and team updates for the Rivets' website, social media channels, and other marketing materials. Post game updates on Twitter for home and away games Help manage the team's social media accounts by creating engaging content, including live game updates, photos, and behind-the-scenes stories. Attend all 36 home games, and team events to gather content, conduct interviews with players, coaches, and staff, and provide coverage for both digital and print media. Work closely with the marketing/social media team to brainstorm story ideas, highlight key players, and promote team initiatives. Required Skills: Strong writing, editing, and communication skills. Passion for sports journalism, with a particular interest in baseball. Proficiency in social media platforms (Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, etc.). Basic knowledge of sports reporting and media relations. Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment. Previous experience with photography, video editing, or graphic design is a plus but not required. Must be available to attend games and events, including evenings and weekends, as needed. The Rockford Rivets, based in Rockford, IL, are a proud part of the Northwoods League. 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.

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The Rockford Rivets are excited to announce that we are hiring a Journalism Intern for the 2025 season in Loves Park, IL! If you're passionate about sports, particularly baseball, and eager to dive into the world of sports journalism, this unpaid internship is a fantastic opportunity to gain real-world experience in content creation and public relations. As a Journalism Intern, you'll work directly with our media team and report to the Director of Marketing. Your main responsibilities will include writing engaging game recaps and player features, managing our social media accounts with live updates, and attending all home games to capture unique content. This hands-on role will have you gathering stories and conducting interviews with our players, coaches, and staff during all 36 home games and additional events throughout the season. We're looking for someone who has strong writing and communication skills, a good grasp of social media, and a distinct love for baseball. The internship runs from mid-May to late August, so make sure you're available during this period, including evenings and weekends to fully engage with all the action. Join us for a summer filled with excitement, teamwork, and growth as we cheer on the Rivets together!

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What are the responsibilities of the Journalism Intern at The Rockford Rivets?

As a Journalism Intern at The Rockford Rivets, you will be responsible for writing game recaps, player features, and team updates for our website and social media channels. You'll also post live game updates on Twitter, manage our social media accounts by creating engaging content, and gather stories by attending all home games and team events.