Intern, Social Media - NHL
NHL Team Jobs, New York, NY, United States
ABOUT THE NATIONAL HOCKEY LEAGUE
Founded in 1917, the National Hockey League (NHL®) is the premier professional ice hockey league in the world and is one of the major professional sports leagues in the United States and Canada. With more than 1500 employees across the US and Canada, the NHL is a global sports and entertainment organization committed to building healthy and vibrant communities using the sport of hockey. At the NHL, we are looking for dynamic, energetic and impactful individuals who are committed to doing the same by sharing in our philosophy that Hockey is for Everyone.
WHAT WE EXPECT OF YOU SUMMARY
The National Hockey League is looking for our next class of interns to join our 2026 Summer Internship Program. For the summer of 2026, the NHL Social Media Marketing team will welcome an intern to take on key tasks and responsibilities that will assist our day-to-day operation as well as contribute to important projects.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Assist in 2025-26 post-season debriefs and 2026-27 pre-season strategic planning
Contribute to player marketing strategy, ideation, and execution
Work across NHL internal departments to execute marketing priorities
Support communication with US and CA rightsholders (ESPN, TNT, Sportsnet, and Prime)
Conduct research, analysis, and insights into emerging social & digital platforms and provide recommendations for how the NHL can activate on them
Compile database of creators and influencers the NHL can work with in the 2026-27 season
QUALIFICATIONS Knowledge Areas/Experience (Required)
Experience in marketing and/or social media
Strong comprehension of the sports business industry and trends
Understanding of the ever-evolving social landscape
Preferred
Specific sports-related experience preferred Education/Certifications
Currently enrolled as an undergraduate student in an accredited university/college pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field
REQUIRED SKILLS
Ability to communicate across levels and departments within the organization
Eager to participate in creative ideation and brainstorms
Desire to learn new skills and open to feedback
Excellent attention to detail
Strong organizational skills
Possesses a positive and upbeat attitude towards their job
CORE COMPETENCIES These core competencies reflect the underlying values that are necessary to represent the National Hockey League:
Accountability
Adaptability
Communication
Critical Thinking
Inclusion
Professionalism
Teamwork & Collaboration
All of our internships are paid at $20/hour. WE DO NOT OFFER SCHOOL CREDIT.
APPLICATION DEADLINE Sunday, March 1, 2026. NO APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED AFTER THIS TIME.
Thank you for your interest in our internship program. We encourage you to apply to the opportunity that is most aligned with your academic background and/or work experience. With a high volume of impressive applications, only candidates invited for an interview will be contacted. Please do not call or email regarding application status.
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.
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WHAT WE EXPECT OF YOU SUMMARY
The National Hockey League is looking for our next class of interns to join our 2026 Summer Internship Program. For the summer of 2026, the NHL Social Media Marketing team will welcome an intern to take on key tasks and responsibilities that will assist our day-to-day operation as well as contribute to important projects.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Assist in 2025-26 post-season debriefs and 2026-27 pre-season strategic planning
Contribute to player marketing strategy, ideation, and execution
Work across NHL internal departments to execute marketing priorities
Support communication with US and CA rightsholders (ESPN, TNT, Sportsnet, and Prime)
Conduct research, analysis, and insights into emerging social & digital platforms and provide recommendations for how the NHL can activate on them
Compile database of creators and influencers the NHL can work with in the 2026-27 season
QUALIFICATIONS Knowledge Areas/Experience (Required)
Experience in marketing and/or social media
Strong comprehension of the sports business industry and trends
Understanding of the ever-evolving social landscape
Preferred
Specific sports-related experience preferred Education/Certifications
Currently enrolled as an undergraduate student in an accredited university/college pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field
REQUIRED SKILLS
Ability to communicate across levels and departments within the organization
Eager to participate in creative ideation and brainstorms
Desire to learn new skills and open to feedback
Excellent attention to detail
Strong organizational skills
Possesses a positive and upbeat attitude towards their job
CORE COMPETENCIES These core competencies reflect the underlying values that are necessary to represent the National Hockey League:
Accountability
Adaptability
Communication
Critical Thinking
Inclusion
Professionalism
Teamwork & Collaboration
All of our internships are paid at $20/hour. WE DO NOT OFFER SCHOOL CREDIT.
APPLICATION DEADLINE Sunday, March 1, 2026. NO APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED AFTER THIS TIME.
Thank you for your interest in our internship program. We encourage you to apply to the opportunity that is most aligned with your academic background and/or work experience. With a high volume of impressive applications, only candidates invited for an interview will be contacted. Please do not call or email regarding application status.
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.
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