POSITION:            Communications Intern (Fall) 

DEPARTMENT:       Communications 

REPORTS TO:           Sr. Director, Communications 

STATUS:                Internship, Unpaid     

 

SUMMARY:   This is an exciting opportunity for an individual interested in a career in Communications/Public Relations. Intern will observe, learn and develop skills necessary to explore career opportunities within the chosen field. Individual may qualify for college credit if allowed by their college/university. This position is an unpaid internship.  

 

·         Inner workings of a major non-profit sports and event organization

·         Detailed and hands on operations of a Communications Department

·         Assist with media operations of Orange Bowl events, such as the AutoNation Orange Bowl Basketball Classic and the Capital One Orange Bowl

·         Develop and enhance skills of researching statistics and information, studying, updating, maintaining, filing and distributing of news clippings

·         Learn about distribution of press releases internally and externally

·         Understand tasks associated with OBC archival history (old game programs, game films & videos for all events, event photography)

·         Enhance skills of reviewing content and proofreading of publications and website

·         Other opportunities as may be available

 

·         Pursuing a degree and/or career in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism or Media Relations  

·         Proficiency in MS Outlook, Word, and Excel and typing skills. PowerPoint, Photoshop, Publisher, and InDesign a plus

·         Ability to lift a minimum of 20 pounds

 

Note:Preferred commitment of a minimum of 20 hours a week consistent with academic demands/schedule. 

 
**NOTE: The OBC conducts background screening and drug testing as part of its hiring process**
The OBC is an Equal Opportunity Employer