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Pittsburgh Penguins Foundation - Community Relations Internship (Spring 2027)

Pittsburgh Penguins · Pittsburgh, PA · 1 mo ago
On-siteOTHR$10/hrInternship

Reports to: Senior Manager, Foundation. Location: Pittsburgh Penguins Foundation, One Chatham Center, Suite 300, Pittsburgh, PA 15219 and PPG Paints Arena, 1001 Fifth Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15219. Status: Paid Internship, Part‑Time, In‑Person.

Schedule

Flexible scheduling within 15‑30 hours per week, including availability during Pittsburgh Penguins home games and select community and charitable events.

Pay

$10/hour

Overview

The Foundation Intern will assist the Pittsburgh Penguins Foundation with the growth of its mission and pillars — youth hockey, wellness, education, and community. This internship provides hands‑on experience in nonprofit programming, fundraising, marketing, community outreach, and charitable operations. The intern will work closely with the Foundation team and gain experience in program and event support, social media and digital communications, fundraising initiatives, charitable donation fulfillment, and community engagement.

Key Responsibilities

Programs & Events Support

  • Support Foundation programs and events tied to youth hockey, wellness, education, and community.
  • Assist with coordination of team/alumni special events and game‑day promotions.
  • Assist in community outreach during Penguins home games and select community and charitable events.
  • Demonstrate creativity in support of fundraising initiatives such as Foundation Auctions and Sweepstakes, as well as special events.

Marketing & Communications

  • Manage aspects of the Foundation’s social media presence, website updates, and e‑marketing outreach.
  • Assist with drafting social media posts and content creation on Foundation platforms.
  • Assist in the collaboration and design of marketing materials and fundraising tools.
  • Create, edit, and proofread official documents and internal/external communications.

Charitable Operations & Community Relations

  • Organize and fulfill charitable donation requests.
  • Manage the authentication process of autographed and player‑used memorabilia.
  • Foster the Foundation’s relationship with the public by providing exceptional customer service.
  • Research NHL and local charitable projects to outline growth opportunities for the Foundation.

Administrative & CRM Support

  • Update the Foundation’s CRM system on an as‑needed basis.
  • Assist with various Foundation administrative and operational needs.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

  • Completed at least two years of college or equivalent education, training, or relevant experience.
  • Ability to work in person in Pittsburgh and at PPG Paints Arena as needed.
  • Availability to work 15–30 hours per week, with additional event availability varying week to week.
  • Clear and effective written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to multitask, meet deadlines, and maintain a flexible schedule.

Preferred Skills

  • Knowledge of Microsoft Office products and internet navigation/research.
  • Familiarity with social media platforms (Facebook, X, Instagram, LinkedIn).
  • Familiarity with basic content creation tools.
  • Interest in nonprofit organizations, community engagement, fundraising, or charitable work.
  • Desire to assist the community and impact youth.

Internship Details

  • Application Deadline: September 28th, 2026
  • Application Review: Rolling basis; initial communication by Friday, October 30th, 2026 at the latest.
  • Anticipated Internship Term: January 11th, 2027 – April 16th, 2027
  • Course Credit: Students may earn course credit, subject to their program/university criteria.

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