Communications Intern

Job Description

Communications Intern | IMG Academy

The Tone:
This is a temporary internship at IMG Academy, located in Bradenton, FL, running from early June to late July 2024. IMG Academy is recognized as one of the Best and Brightest Companies to Work For in the Nation, and is the world’s leading sports education brand. The company provides a holistic education model that prepares student-athletes for college and for life through on-campus, online coaching, and online college recruiting experiences. This Communications Intern role is vital for planning, coordinating, and executing corporate communications, specifically focusing on media relations, internal communications, and sports information to support the brand’s mission and engagement efforts.

The TL;DR
• Role: Internship
• Type: Temporary
• Location: Bradenton, FL

• Team: Communications team
• Mission: To plan, coordinate, and execute corporate communications with a special focus on media relations, internal communications, and sports information.

What You’ll Actually Do
• Internal Communications: Prepare and distribute internal newsletters and other content, highlighting significant media coverage or key company initiatives to keep team members informed.
• Media Relations Management: Research, develop, and meticulously maintain media contact distribution lists, while also assisting with the coordination of onsite media interviews.
• Content & Message Development: Support the Communications team by assisting with the development of key messages, official statements, media alerts, news releases, and essential website copy as needed.
• Recognition & Awards: Actively identify and apply for industry awards that effectively reflect IMG Academy’s demonstrated excellence in the fields of sports, education, and technology.
• Community & Engagement Support: Provide crucial communications support for the company’s community service programs and collaborate with internal teams to craft and share updates celebrating team member achievements, program milestones, and organizational initiatives.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Early career individual with coursework or a strong demonstrated interest in Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing, Communications, Business, or a related academic field, or possesses equivalent practical experience.
• Experience: Demonstrated professional-level experience in creating and managing digital and social content.
• Skills: Possesses excellent written and oral communication abilities, demonstrates effective multi-tasking, exhibits strong organizational skills, and shows a desire to work collaboratively within a team environment.
• Bonus: Holds knowledge, prior experience, and a genuine interest and passion for sports.