2026 Community Relations Fall Intern

About the role

The New York Cosmos and New Jersey Jackals are seeking a passionate and motivated Community Relations Intern to join our team. This internship is ideal for students interested in Sports Management, Communications, Marketing, Public Relations, Community Development, or Event Management who are looking to gain real-world experience in professional sports.

Responsibilities

• Support community outreach initiatives for both the New York Cosmos and New Jersey Jackals
• Aid in coordinating school programs, youth sports partnerships, nonprofit events, and community appearances
• Help organize and execute community activations at home games, festivals, and special events
• Assist with scheduling and preparing player, mascot, and front office appearances throughout the community
• Help manage community ticket programs, group outings, and charitable initiatives
• Support game-day recognition programs including community champions, educators, military members, nonprofits, and youth organizations
• Aid in event setup, registration, guest check-in, and fan engagement activities
• Collaborate with the Marketing, Ticketing, Partnerships, and Event Operations teams to support community campaigns and promotions
• Help maintain community partnership records, appearance requests, and event calendars
• Represent both organizations professionally at community events while delivering exceptional customer service

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a degree in Sports Management, Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, Event Management, Nonprofit Management, Business, or a related field
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Excellent organizational skills with strong attention to detail
• Comfortable speaking with community members, partners, and guests
• Positive attitude with a passion for community engagement and customer service
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
• Availability to assist during evenings, weekends, and home games as needed
• Passion for sports, community engagement, and creating meaningful fan experiences

Nice to have

• Experience volunteering or working with nonprofit organizations, schools, or youth programs
• Experience planning events or coordinating volunteers
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office or Google Workspace
• Experience with Canva, social media platforms, or email marketing tools
• Bilingual abilities are a plus
• Interest in professional sports, civic engagement, or community development