PR and Communications Intern
WNBA, Los Angeles, CA, United States
The most winningest WNBA organization in league history, the three‑time WNBA Champion Los Angeles Sparks seek PR & Communications interns for the 2026 WNBA season. This internship program is a hands‑on opportunity for students to build their work experience and learn the behind‑the‑scenes operations of a WNBA communications team. Interns will participate in all areas of media relations and the many facets of working for a professional sports team including creating and disseminating team press materials, liaising with sports media, community outreach, player appearances and external communications. This intern position will report to the PR & Communications Manager.
There are opportunities to do and learn more, and you will get out of this experience what you put in. We emphasize hands‑on learning and value relationships. Past Sparks PR & Communications interns have gone on to enjoy full‑time positions in sports, including in the WNBA, NBA and other leagues!
This is a non‑paid internship and is for individuals who will receive college credit.
KEY PROGRAM BENEFITS:
Career‑related hands‑on experience with a professional sports team
Experience with gameday responsibilities
Hand‑on learning from industry leaders
Overall skill creation in PR & Communications within a sports organization
Opportunity to explore different avenues of the sports industry through access to various departments
This is a fun, fast‑paced internship that will enhance your résumé and coursework with a valuable work experience
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO: Support Sparks Media/Public Relations at home games for about six hours for each home game (arrive three hours before each game and work until about an hour after each game).
Label seats, post media seating charts and photo lane charts
Distribute media credentials, photo arm bands and other materials at media check‑in; collect photo arm bands after each game
Support pre‑ and post‑game press conferences, as well as other media availabilities
Facilitate media requests at shootaround and following each game
Print and distribute stat sheets
Post timing sheets on locker room doors and coaches’ offices
Print and bring game notes and stats to broadcasters, stats crew and coaches
Record and transcribe key quotes during pre‑game and post‑game media availabilities
Support the writing and editing of post‑game notes during each game
Answer questions from media members at games and direct them to full‑time staff for guidance
Provide written and editorial support on Game Notes
Write and edit articles for the Sparks website
Provide written and editorial support on press releases
Support credentialing
Create media seating charts and photo lane charts
Facilitate media scrums and interviews at practices, when needed
Track and compile media coverage
QUALIFICATIONS & PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:
Must be a rising sophomore, junior or senior pursuing a bachelor’s degree or be currently enrolled in a graduate program at an accredited institution
Must provide proof that you are eligible to receive college credit
Interest in sports public relations
Knowledge of basketball statistics and terminology
Strong work ethic
Positive attitude and a collaborative spirit
Receptive to learning with a growth mindset
Available to work all 22 regular‑season home games in 2026, plus preseason and postseason contests
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
Reliable transportation; Some use of personal vehicle or alternative source of transportation
Ability to work weekends, nights and holidays is a priority
Must be available for all 2026 Season — Los Angeles Sparks home games (includes pre‑ and postseason games)
EXPECTED AVAILABILITY:
Game Days — up to 6 hours
Practice Days — up to 2 hours per week
Remote Days – up to 1 hour per week
Please include answers to the following questions when submitting your application.
When are you available to start? (Please specify)
When are you expected to return for the 2026 Fall Semester? (Please specify)
Do you acknowledge and understand this is an unpaid, college credit Internship?
Are you available to work all Sparks home games and some office hours as needed?
Are you a rising sophomore, junior or senior pursuing a bachelor’s degree or are currently enrolled in a graduate program at an accredited institution?
Are you located in Los Angeles, California? If no, are you willing to relocate for the duration of this internship?
Do you have experience working in sports, public relations or communications (not a requirement)?
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS:
Resume
Cover Letter
Application period for the PR and Communications internship program is open until April 3rd, 2026.
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the intern in this position. It is not intended to give all details or a step‑by‑step account of the way each procedure or task is performed. The incumbent is expected to perform other duties necessary for the effective operation of the department.
We are an equal opportunity employer, and you will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform critical job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
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There are opportunities to do and learn more, and you will get out of this experience what you put in. We emphasize hands‑on learning and value relationships. Past Sparks PR & Communications interns have gone on to enjoy full‑time positions in sports, including in the WNBA, NBA and other leagues!
This is a non‑paid internship and is for individuals who will receive college credit.
KEY PROGRAM BENEFITS:
Career‑related hands‑on experience with a professional sports team
Experience with gameday responsibilities
Hand‑on learning from industry leaders
Overall skill creation in PR & Communications within a sports organization
Opportunity to explore different avenues of the sports industry through access to various departments
This is a fun, fast‑paced internship that will enhance your résumé and coursework with a valuable work experience
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO: Support Sparks Media/Public Relations at home games for about six hours for each home game (arrive three hours before each game and work until about an hour after each game).
Label seats, post media seating charts and photo lane charts
Distribute media credentials, photo arm bands and other materials at media check‑in; collect photo arm bands after each game
Support pre‑ and post‑game press conferences, as well as other media availabilities
Facilitate media requests at shootaround and following each game
Print and distribute stat sheets
Post timing sheets on locker room doors and coaches’ offices
Print and bring game notes and stats to broadcasters, stats crew and coaches
Record and transcribe key quotes during pre‑game and post‑game media availabilities
Support the writing and editing of post‑game notes during each game
Answer questions from media members at games and direct them to full‑time staff for guidance
Provide written and editorial support on Game Notes
Write and edit articles for the Sparks website
Provide written and editorial support on press releases
Support credentialing
Create media seating charts and photo lane charts
Facilitate media scrums and interviews at practices, when needed
Track and compile media coverage
QUALIFICATIONS & PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:
Must be a rising sophomore, junior or senior pursuing a bachelor’s degree or be currently enrolled in a graduate program at an accredited institution
Must provide proof that you are eligible to receive college credit
Interest in sports public relations
Knowledge of basketball statistics and terminology
Strong work ethic
Positive attitude and a collaborative spirit
Receptive to learning with a growth mindset
Available to work all 22 regular‑season home games in 2026, plus preseason and postseason contests
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
Reliable transportation; Some use of personal vehicle or alternative source of transportation
Ability to work weekends, nights and holidays is a priority
Must be available for all 2026 Season — Los Angeles Sparks home games (includes pre‑ and postseason games)
EXPECTED AVAILABILITY:
Game Days — up to 6 hours
Practice Days — up to 2 hours per week
Remote Days – up to 1 hour per week
Please include answers to the following questions when submitting your application.
When are you available to start? (Please specify)
When are you expected to return for the 2026 Fall Semester? (Please specify)
Do you acknowledge and understand this is an unpaid, college credit Internship?
Are you available to work all Sparks home games and some office hours as needed?
Are you a rising sophomore, junior or senior pursuing a bachelor’s degree or are currently enrolled in a graduate program at an accredited institution?
Are you located in Los Angeles, California? If no, are you willing to relocate for the duration of this internship?
Do you have experience working in sports, public relations or communications (not a requirement)?
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS:
Resume
Cover Letter
Application period for the PR and Communications internship program is open until April 3rd, 2026.
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the intern in this position. It is not intended to give all details or a step‑by‑step account of the way each procedure or task is performed. The incumbent is expected to perform other duties necessary for the effective operation of the department.
We are an equal opportunity employer, and you will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform critical job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
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