2026 Communications Internship

2 weeks ago

Columbus, Ohio, United States Columbus Crew Full time

COMMUNICATIONS INTERN



Columbus Crew Overview

Columbus Crew is the first club in Major League Soccer. The Crew is operated by Haslam Sports Group and the Edwards Family. The Club has won three MLS Cup championships in 2008, 2020 and 2023, one Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup in 2002, MLS Supporters' Shield titles in 2004, 2008 and 2009, the Leagues Cup in 2024 and the Campeones Cup in 2021. The 2026 campaign is the Crew's 31st season in MLS as well as the Club's fifth full season at ScottsMiracle-Gro Field. Description

Columbus Crew is seeking a Communications Intern to support the Communications Department with daily media relations duties. The Communications Intern plays a role in all departmental activities, including day-to-day media relations and match day press functions. This position has frequent interaction with Crew management and players, along with team staff from other MLS clubs, and as a result professionalism and attention to detail are critical attributes for this role.



The Communications Internship requires up to approximately 20-25 hours per week including matchdays and is primarily based at the OhioHealth Performance Center in Columbus, Ohio. This internship begins in early 2026 and ends in or around December, with flexible hours to allow the opportunity to learn from experienced communications professionals while balancing a course schedule simultaneously. Academic credit may be available.

Opportunities & Responsibilities

Assist Communications Department with match day media relations responsibilities, including press box management, media operations, credentialing, and post-game quotesAssist at Club events on non-match days as neededCreate multiple pieces of written content, such as press releases, media advisories and game notes.Assist with media and internal content needs at team training sessions from time to time as opportunities allowMaintain Club's current media distribution list, and assist in developing segmented lists, along with researching new potential media outlets and blogs to foster relationshipsArchive and track analytics of ongoing media coverage as well as put together media clips packsTranscribe quotes following Club media availabilities as neededOther duties and projects as assigned

Required skills, experience, and abilities

Undergraduate (junior or senior), Graduate Student, or recent college graduate with an emphasis in journalism, communications or related fieldExcellent writing, grammar and editing abilitiesProficient in AP StyleMaintain highest level of professionalism within a professional sports environment and in media work zonesProficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)Familiarity with Adobe products (InDesign, Photoshop) a plusKnowledge of global soccer, Columbus Crew and Major League Soccer is preferredHigh attention to detail and organizationFlexible schedule including nights, weekends and holidays is required

Term of Internship & Availability

This internship would begin in early 2026 and end in or around December

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