NTDP Communications Intern

USA Hockey’s National Team Development Program (NTDP) and USA Hockey Arena seeks communications interns for the 2026-27 season in Plymouth, Michigan. College credit is available.

About the role

The hired interns will integrate into the communications department, supporting game-night operations, marketing campaigns, event promotion, and digital content creation.

Responsibilities

• Assist with game night communications operations (statistics, social media, press box operations, recap writing, video cutting, etc.)
• Work with the Manager of Communications to ensure components of various marketing and communications campaigns are completed
• Promote and manage USA Hockey Arena events and initiatives such as the Summer Drive-In, CJ’s Brewing Co., and charity hockey games
• Generate weekly public relations content for the NTDP and USA Hockey Arena platforms (website, social media, e-blasts, etc.)
• Help manage the NTDP’s and Arena’s various social media platforms
• Assist with graphic design as needed
• Update the USA Hockey Arena and NTDP websites as needed
• Assist with NTDP community service events

Requirements

• College student majoring in sport management, communications, or marketing
• Familiarity with all aspects and trends of social media
• Detail oriented with the ability to multi-task
• Strong writing and speaking skills
• Ability to communicate and maintain a professional demeanor
• Strong work ethic and positive attitude
• Understand how to write copy for web platforms (AP style a plus)
• Adobe InDesign and Photoshop skills preferred
• Excellent critical thinking skills
• Must be willing to work weekends and holidays

Schedule

Internship runs through April 2027.

Pay

This is an unpaid internship.