Marketing, Social Media & Communications Internship

About the Role

Tampa Bay Sun FC is seeking passionate and motivated individuals for their Marketing, Social Media, and Communications Internship program for the 2027 Season. This internship offers hands-on experience in marketing, social media, communications, and community engagement. The intern will serve as a community ambassador for the club on matchdays and at community events, building relationships with fans, organizations, and key stakeholders. This internship is eligible for college credit, and a stipend may be provided for hours worked beyond academic credit.

Key Responsibilities

Gameday & Fan Engagement

• Serve as part of the Sun Squad hype team during matches, running flags after goals, tossing t-shirts, and using props to energize the crowd.
• Create a fun and inclusive atmosphere by encouraging crowd participation and supporting other matchday entertainment elements.

Social Media & Content Creation

• Collaborate with the marketing team to develop creative content for Facebook, X (Twitter), Instagram, and YouTube, including brainstorming, writing, and editing.
• Capture high-quality photos and video during events for social media and digital platforms.
• Assist in creating player and staff bios, crafting email newsletters, and other digital marketing efforts.

Communications

• Support internal and external communications, including writing press releases, blog posts, event recaps, and community outreach materials.
• Help promote and support the Tampa Bay Sun Foundation, including storytelling around foundation events, assisting in social campaigns, and capturing impact-focused content.
• Assist with media relations and press coordination at select events and matches.

Team Collaboration

• Participate in weekly team meetings to brainstorm ideas, align on strategy, and report on tasks.
• Work cross-functionally with departments to help execute marketing and community initiatives.

Qualifications

• Excellent organizational skills and a self-starter with a creative mind.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Displays knowledge and understanding of social media platforms (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, etc.).
• Excellent customer service skills that showcase a positive and enthusiastic approach.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office programs.
• Night and weekend work required, including working special events.
• All interns work every home game.
• Non-game day hours may be required, some remote work may be possible, and covering training sessions may be needed.