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About The St. James:
The St. James is the premier sports, wellness and active entertainment destination in the country, with 450,000 sq. ft. of developmental and competitive programs, teams and opportunities in more than 20 sports, and a wide range of premium fitness, wellness and entertainment experiences
Our People & Culture:
At The St. James, we are in the business of human development. Our success in delivering exceptional guest experiences-experiences that engage, inspire, and delight-depends on our ability to recruit, retain, and cultivate team members who embody the true spirit of hospitality. We seek individuals who are committed to personal and organizational excellence, who are proactive and action-oriented, and who thrive in a collaborative team environment. If you have a passion for service and a dedication to continuous growth, we want you to be part of our team.
Position Description
The St. James is seeking a Sports Marketing & Social Media Intern for the Spring 2026 semester. This on-site internship supports social media and digital marketing efforts across The St. James' sports, programs, and events. The role is hands-on and content-driven, with a strong focus on live coverage, short-form video, and community engagement.
The intern will work closely with the marketing team, coaches, and program leaders to help capture and share the energy of The St. James across social platforms. This role is on-site in Springfield, VA.
Responsibilities
• Capture photo and short-form video content at practices, games, classes, events, and special activations
• Edit short-form content for Instagram Reels, TikTok, Stories, and YouTube Shorts
• Assist with writing captions, hashtags, and calls-to-action aligned with brand voice
• Support execution of social media calendars and campaigns
• Monitor comments and messages and flag relevant items to the marketing team
• Assist with live or real-time social coverage during events and tournaments
• Collaborate with coaches, program directors, and on-site staff to coordinate content opportunities
• Follow brand guidelines to ensure content reflects a premium, energetic, and family-friendly environment
• Provide on-site marketing support including events, signage, and promotional materials
Basic Qualifications
• Currently enrolled in or recently graduated from a program in Marketing, Communications, Sports Management, Digital Media, or related field
• Strong interest in sports, fitness, and community-based programming
• Familiarity with Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, and Facebook
• Basic experience creating and editing photo and video content
• Strong written communication skills
• Ability to work evenings and weekends as needed
• Reliable, professional, and comfortable working in live-event environments
INTERNSHIP DETAILS
• Spring 2026 (February 15 - June 15)
• 10-15 hours per week
• $20/hour
• On-site role in Springfield, VA
Get to know us better:
www.thestjames.com
https://www.thestjames.com/stj-sports
www.thestjames.com/careers
Instagram:
@thestjames
@thestj_sports
@thestjamesperfomanceclub
This job description is intended to describe the general requirements for the position. It is not a complete statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements. Other duties not listed here may be assigned as necessary to ensure the proper operation of the department.
The St. James is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We welcome qualified applicants from a variety of backgrounds inclusive of their race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, expression or orientation, genetic information, national origin, age, disability, or status as a disabled or Vietnam-era veteran.