2027 Content Creation Intern

About the National Sports Center

The National Sports Center (NSC) in Blaine, Minnesota, is the world’s largest amateur sports facility and the most visited sports destination in the state, drawing over 4 million visitors each year. Hosting more than 100 programs and events annually, the NSC serves athletes and families from across Minnesota while also welcoming national and international competitions that generate more than $83 million in annual economic impact. Our 660-acre campus includes 50 multi-use athletic fields, including 17 artificial turf fields, the eight-rink Super Rink, NSC Stadium, Victory Links Golf Course, a 58,000 sq. ft. Sports Hall, event centers, and on-site athlete housing. The NSC operates as a 501(c)(3) non-profit foundation, proudly providing opportunities for Minnesota residents while fueling growth in the broader sports industry.

About the Role

The National Sports Center (NSC) is hiring three marketing interns for the summer of 2027. These positions include Graphic Design and Content Creation. Interns will assist in the marketing, research, and promotion of major amateur sporting events and projects sponsored by the NSC, including the Target USA CUP soccer tournament, NSC All American Cup, and other external bid events, as well as promotion for facilities on campus and Victory Links Golf Course. Each intern will have a primary area of expertise; however, all interns will be exposed to various areas of content creation and marketing. The interns will focus on producing editorial content, growing brand identity, and promoting NSC partners, sponsors, tournaments, and additional events. The ideal candidates are passionate about storytelling and sports development and are eager to learn about various methods of content production and digital marketing.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in filming, editing, and producing live photo and video content for platforms such as Instagram and TikTok.
• Capture and edit high-quality photos for use across digital channels.
• Develop engaging social media posts, stories, and reels to promote brand awareness and audience engagement.
• Support live coverage of events with real-time content creation and social media updates.
• Collaborate with the content team to brainstorm, plan, and execute creative campaign ideas.
• Research current trends in content creation, social media, and audience engagement.
• Help organize and maintain content calendars for multiple social media platforms.
• Monitor analytics and performance metrics to measure and improve content effectiveness.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Proficiency in photo and video editing software and design software (Adobe Creative Cloud preferred: Premiere Pro, Photoshop, Lightroom, After Effects, Illustrator).
• Strong knowledge of social media platforms, especially Instagram and TikTok, including current features and trends.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects at once.
• Excellent attention to detail and creative storytelling skills.
• Basic copywriting or caption-writing ability.
• Experience with social media scheduling tools and analytics platforms is a plus.
• Interest or background in the sports industry preferred.

Desired Soft Skills

• Ability to thrive in fast-paced, live-event environments.
• Strong collaboration skills and a team-first mindset.
• Openness to feedback and adaptability to evolving creative directions.
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, to cover events.

Timing

• Internships begin May 11, 2027.
• During the summer, hours are 40+ per week.
• Interns should be flexible with time, as many positions require event work in evenings and weekends.
• Interns MUST be available to work June 11-13, June 19, and July 9-17, 2027.
• The last day of the internship will be July 23, 2026 with the possibility of extension or early start.
• All positions are available for course credit as approved by your institution.

Housing

• Interns from outside of the local area have the opportunity to stay in our on-campus dormitory housing during their summer internship if needed.
• Those who choose this option will need to sign a dorm lease and follow all residence hall rules.

Employment Details

• Classification: Non-exempt
• Terms of Employment: At-will
• Compensation: Internships are paid hourly with an average compensation of $600/week. Interns are subject to overtime pay.
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