Intern, Broadcasting

About the Role

The Oklahoma City Thunder is seeking a college student to join our Emmy Award-winning broadcast team for a Spring 2027 internship. This hands-on experience will provide exposure to various broadcasting and graphics technology, opportunities for professional development, and interaction with multiple departments across the organization.

• Duration: Spring 2027 (January-May)
• Location: Oklahoma City, OK | In Person
• Weekly Commitment: 16-30 hours per week

Key Responsibilities

• Shadow broadcast and game-night personnel to collect video coverage at community events and select home games.
• Learn proper camera techniques using Canon cameras.
• Assist with creating and editing projects using Adobe Creative Cloud.
• Help produce player features, interviews, behind-the-scenes content, community-centric narratives, corporate partnership activations, and other original storytelling opportunities.
• Build a professional reel to support job applications after graduation.
• Perform occasional office and administrative duties to understand department processes.
• Participate in company-scheduled internship program activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Currently enrolled in an accredited college or university and eligible to receive course credit.
• Pursuing a degree in broadcasting, journalism, creative media production, or a related field.
• Strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications including Word and Excel.
• Ability to communicate content across various platforms including print, web, audio, and video.
• Ability to operate independently with limited supervision.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation required for occasional local travel.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of professional video cameras.
• Experience with Avid and Photoshop.

Additional Details

• This is an in-person internship, reporting to the Broadcast Multimedia Specialist.
• Work schedule includes office hours, events, and game night responsibilities during evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Physical responsibilities may include lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds.
• Work environment may involve indoor and outdoor activities in various weather conditions, with exposure to loud crowd noise, amplified music, and flashing or strobe lighting during events and games.
• This internship does not provide housing or transportation.
• This internship position does not guarantee a full-time position with the Thunder upon completion.