Corporate Communications Intern (Season Long) at Washington Commanders
Job Description
Position Profile: Corporate Communications Intern (Season Long)
Department: Corporate Communications
Reports to: Vice President, Corporate Communications
Position Summary:
The corporate communications seasonal associate will play a vital role in supporting the Washington Commanders Corporate Communications Department. This role offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in the sports communication field by assisting the team in amplifying its business efforts across the organization. The ideal candidate is a strong writer, detail‑oriented, and comfortable working in a fast-paced sports environment.
Key Responsibilities
The Corporate Communications Seasonal Associate will assist with a variety of tasks, including but not limited to the following:
- Internal Communications — Working collaboratively with the HR department to support the development and execution of internal communications by drafting clear, engaging messages that help employees stay informed, aligned and connected across the organization.
- Media Monitoring – Track media coverage, compile daily/weekly clips, and assist with media reporting.
- Maintaining media distribution lists - Maintain and regularly update media distribution lists and communications databases to ensure accurate, up‑to‑date records.
- Staffing events - Provide on-site support for home games, community events, and sponsor activations as needed.
- Overall brand amplification – Drive overall brand amplification by supporting the communications team in elevating business initiatives across the organization.
Qualifications & Skills
- Recently completed a bachelor’s degree in one of the following areas is preferred: Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Sports Management or Sports Communications.
- The ideal candidate will be expected to preserve confidential information.
- Strong writing, editing, and storytelling skills with the ability to adapt tone and style.
- Familiarity with AP Style and professional communication standards.
- Ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays as required by the team’s schedule.
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities.
- Experience with media monitoring tools is a plus.
- Passion for sports and understanding of the sports media landscape.
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.