Intern, Media Relations with New York Yankees in Bronx, NY

Primary Responsibilities:
  • Compile and distribute news clippings pertaining to the New York Yankees, Yankee Stadium and baseball from all of New York metropolitan area newspapers, magazines and websites
  • Maintain organize and complete files of all news clippings, briefs and stories involving all New York Yankees players, coaches and front office matters
  • Amicably respond to requests from fans and members of the media involving questions about Yankees’ history, statistical information, or other general matters that need attention
  • Assist with editing and proofreading of major department publications, including the annual Media Information Guide
  • Writing the organization’s daily minor league report for the front office and coaching staff
  • Organize and update files of various team publications, media guides, game notes, postgame notes and scorecards
  • Assisting with non-baseball events held inside and out of Yankee Stadium, such as soccer, college football, concerts and community events
Qualifications:
  • Ability to work up to 30 hours per week
  • Prior experience working at a professional sports organization or a college sports information department preferred
  • General baseball knowledge including ability to keep score and understand statistical information  preferred
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Power Point)
  • Experience using Adobe inDesign preferred
  • Proven ability to maintain confidential and sensitive information
  • Excellent communication skills and strong attention to detail
  • Proven ability to maintain confidential and sensitive information
  • Flexible work schedule and ability to work in an outside stadium environment