Job Description
Summer Intern, Communications
Chicago Blackhawks
Chicago, IL
Job details
Job Type
Internship
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CHICAGO BLACKHAWKS
INTERN, COMMUNICATIONS
Revised: April 2021
Department: Communications
Reports to: Manager, Public Relations
Internship Programs Dates: 10 week program starting May 25th and ending July 30th.
Location: Chicago
Intern Responsibilities:
Manage day-to-day admin of Blackhawks media list including building and researching broader contact list beyond Chicago and traditional hockey reporters (e.g. lifestyle, sports business, etc.)
Assist with writing and support of all PR/Marketing Communications as needed, including drafting news releases, fact sheets, briefing materials, press kits/mailers, etc.
Actively monitor media coverage and develop coverage recaps for Chicago Blackhawks and Chicago Blackhawks Foundation initiatives (prior knowledge of Cision Communications Cloud technology is a plus)
Compile research and competitive media analysis reports to identify key trends and stay on top of buzzworthy news in Chicago, across the NHL and around the sports & entertainment industry
Support and help coordinate daily management of intranet for employee-facing news and updates
Qualifications & Requirements:
Recent college graduate or current student (Junior/Senior) pursuing degree in Strategic Communications, Public Relations, Media Relations or equivalent preferred
Familiar with the public relations, marketing, or communications discipline through past coursework, internships, or personal experiences
Strong verbal communicator and writer with a passion for and understanding of public relations and traditional and social media landscape
Entrepreneurial mindset
Self-starter
Intrinsically motived person
Values: Inclusive, team player, driven, humble, curious, innovative, positive, results-focused, accountable
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.