Communications Intern

FC Tulsa is a professional soccer club competing in the USL Championship, the second division of U.S. professional soccer. Dedicated to delivering top-tier sports entertainment, FC Tulsa is committed to community engagement, growing the game, and fostering a vibrant soccer culture in Tulsa and the surrounding region.

About the role

As part of the evolving Marketing and Communications Department, we are seeking an energetic, passionate, and detail-oriented intern for our Work Experience Program (WEP). This opportunity is ideal for students pursuing careers in Media, Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, or Sports Management, offering a unique, hands-on introduction to the inner workings of a professional sports franchise.

Responsibilities

• Assist the communications team in drafting press releases, match previews/recaps, and media advisories.
• Participate in the execution of media days, press events, and community appearances.
• Track, capture, and analyze data across digital platforms (social media, website, etc.) and develop and deliver coverage reports.
• Conduct research on media outlets and maintain records in the CRM.
• Help with match day operations, including credential distribution and media coordination.
• Attend and contribute to weekly strategy meetings with the Marketing & Communications team.
• Support social media efforts, including live event coverage, community engagement, and branded content delivery.
• Perform other duties and projects as assigned.

Requirements

• Participants must be working towards a bachelor’s or master’s degree in a related field and/or training and must certify that they are able to receive college credit from an accredited college or university for their participation.
• Proficiency with Workplace apps such as Docs, Drive, Gmail, and Meet is a must.
• Experience with Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and/or InDesign is required.
• Excellent verbal communication skills are required.
• Positive attitude and strong work ethic are a must. Must have a “team-first” mentality with an eagerness to learn.
• Should be extremely organized and detail-oriented, with a focus on quality and consistency.
• Ability to work under deadlines and complete tasks in a timely and efficient manner.
• Knowledge of sports/soccer is preferred, but not required.