Job Details

Role Overview

Begin building your resume in the Sports Industry with a fast-paced, hands-on internship experience with the St. Joseph Mustangs. As the Social Media Intern, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the Mustangs' digital presence and engaging our passionate fanbase. The Mustangs have consistently ranked in the Top 15 Nationally for attendance for the past 10 years, continuing that tradition in 2025 with an average of 2,800 guests per game. This position offers an unparalleled opportunity to develop skills in digital marketing, content creation, and fan engagement in a dynamic environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and maintain all St. Joseph Mustangs social media platforms (e.g., Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, TikTok).
• Develop, create, and curate engaging content, including text, images, and short-form videos, aligned with brand guidelines.
• Provide real-time game-day updates for both home and select away games, ensuring timely and exciting fan communication.
• Monitor social media channels, engage with followers, and respond to comments and messages promptly and professionally.
• Assist in the planning and execution of social media campaigns to promote games, events, merchandise, and sponsorships.
• Attend and cover various Mustangs events, both at the ballpark and in the community, capturing compelling content.
• Track and analyze social media performance metrics to identify trends and inform future content strategy.
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure consistent messaging and integrated marketing efforts.

Qualifications:

• Current enrollment in an accredited College or University, with the ability to receive academic credit for the internship.
• Strong understanding of major social media platforms, current trends, and best practices.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a creative flair for storytelling.
• Basic graphic design and/or video editing skills (e.g., Canva, CapCut, Adobe Creative Suite) are a plus.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and time management abilities.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-energy service industry environment.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and all Mustangs home baseball games and other associated events.

Schedule & Commitment

This internship runs from approximately May 15th to August 1st. Candidates must be available for all St. Joseph Mustangs home games, select away games, and associated events during this period.

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.