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Sparkloft Media

Social Media Intern

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$14.75 - $19/hr

Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a knack for adopting ... Have a passion for sports or tourism/travel * Speak Spanish Success in This Role Looks Like

Sparkloft Media

Social Media Intern

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$14.75 - $19/hr

Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a knack for adopting ... Have a passion for sports or tourism/travel * Speak Spanish Success in This Role Looks Like

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How much do sports communication intern jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 11, 2026, the average hourly pay for sports communication intern in Decatur, GA is $16.73, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.09 and $18.80 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a sports communication intern?

A Sports Communication Intern assists with media relations, content creation, and promotional activities for a sports organization. Responsibilities may include writing press releases, managing social media accounts, coordinating interviews, and helping with game-day operations. Interns gain hands-on experience in sports journalism, broadcasting, and public relations while building industry connections. This role is ideal for students or recent graduates interested in a career in sports media, marketing, or communications.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the sports communication intern position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Sports Communication Intern, you need solid writing, public relations, and media coordination skills, often supported by coursework or experience in communications, journalism, or sports management. Familiarity with press release formats, social media management tools (like Hootsuite or Sprout Social), and basic graphic design platforms (such as Canva) is highly beneficial. Strong interpersonal communication, attention to detail, and the ability to work well under deadline pressure are standout soft skills for this role. These competencies are crucial for effectively promoting sports organizations, engaging fans, and supporting the communication needs of athletic teams and departments.

What are the typical responsibilities of a sports communication intern during a sports season?

As a Sports Communication Intern during a sports season, you might assist in writing game recaps, preparing press releases, updating social media accounts, and coordinating interviews between athletes and media outlets. You'll also likely help manage press conferences, track media coverage, and ensure that game-day materials like rosters and statistics are accurate and distributed. The role often involves close collaboration with coaches, athletes, marketing staff, and external media representatives. This hands-on experience provides valuable exposure to the fast-paced environment of sports media and communication, helping you build a strong foundation for future career opportunities in the industry.

What jobs can I get with a sports communication intern?

A sports communication intern can pursue roles such as sports media coordinator, public relations specialist, sports information director, or social media manager. These positions involve media relations, content creation, and communication strategies within sports organizations or media outlets, often requiring skills in writing, editing, and familiarity with communication tools.
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Communications & Publicity Internships: ATL -Fall 2026

Warner Bros. Discovery

Atlanta, GA • On-site

$14.50 - $19.25/hr

Part-time

Posted 19 days ago

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8.1

Company rating: 8.1 out of 10

Based on 53 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

19th of 76 rated media

Job description

Welcome to Warner Bros. Discovery... the stuff dreams are made of.
Who We Are...
When we say, "the stuff dreams are made of," we're not just referring to the world of wizards, dragons and superheroes, or even to the wonders of Planet Earth. Behind WBD's vast portfolio of iconic content and beloved brands, are the storytellers bringing our characters to life, the creators bringing them to your living rooms and the dreamers creating what's next...
From brilliant creatives, to technology trailblazers, across the globe, WBD offers career defining opportunities, thoughtfully curated benefits, and the tools to explore and grow into your best selves. Here you are supported, here you are celebrated, here you can thrive.
Communications & Publicity Internships: ATL -Fall 2026
Application Deadline: On or before Friday, August 21st*
*Pro Tip: Submit your application as soon as possible - applications could close earlier due to applicant volume!*
Your New Role
Overview of the internships
We have multiple Communications & Publicity internship opportunities available. By applying to this posting, you will be considered for multiple internship opportunities within this general area. These internships will be located in the ATL area. The selected interns will be expected to join us in the office on a regular cadence based on the intern manager's in office schedule.
Example internship opportunities could include:
  • CNN Public Relations Intern: ATL

Qualifications & Experience
Essentials needed for the positions that are similar across the above roles (these do not all have to apply to every single role)
  • Pursuit of a college degree in PR, Communications, English, Creative Writing or a related major.
  • Interest in Publicity/PR and current knowledge of PR industry trends, practices, and tools.
  • Passion for the entertainment industry
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
  • Strong writing, research, and organization skills.
  • Outstanding time management skills to handle multiple and changing priorities.

  • Must be actively enrolled in an accredited college or university degree program for the full duration of the internship (proof of enrollment required)

  • Must be a rising Junior or rising Senior undergrad student (18 years or older)

  • Must be in academic good standing (3.0 or above GPA) A transcript will be required to verify your GPA if an offer is extended.

  • Warner Bros. Discovery will only consider candidates who are presently authorized to work for any employer in the United States and who will not require work visa sponsorship from Warner Bros. Discovery now or in the future in order to retain their authorization to work in the United States. Candidates currently on any student or exchange visa, including F-1 CPT, F-1 OPT, J-1, M-1, etc., will not be eligible for the internship program.

What To Know Before Applying:
  • The duration of the program is 10 weeks

  • Program dates:

  • Start Date: October 12th

  • End Date: December 18th

  • Interns will be expected to work 16-24 hours per week in a hybrid capacity.

  • Our internships are paid opportunities with a competitive hourly wage. Credit is not required; however, we will provide the necessary documentation for school credit if desired. Relocation is not provided.

  • Interviewing will take place from early August through mid-September. A WBD team member will contact you if your experiences and interests match an open internship position. Due to the high volume of applications, we are unable to give individual status updates.

About Our Internship Program
WBD's Internship Program is designed to nurture students professionally and personally. We attract the country's boldest and brightest students for paid, for-credit, real-world internship experiences in the entertainment, tech, sports, news and media industries. We offer career-defining opportunities to learn valuable skills that will help you prepare for a successful future.
Ready to learn more? Here's what we offer:
  • Hands-on work with passionate, talented team members in your field

  • Mentorship from some of the industry's kindest and most passionate entertainment veterans

  • Engaging events including professional development seminars, panels with recruiters and former interns, intern-exclusive events, and so much more

  • Access to top-level executives and employees through our Speaker Series and Roundtables

  • Incredible networking opportunities with industry-leading professionals and a robust intern alumni network

  • A creative, collaborative, and inclusive company culture

What you can expect to take away from the semester:
  • Opportunities to develop professionally and uncover skills you didn't know you had

  • The insider scoop on the entertainment industry and what happens behind the scenes

  • Relationships that will go beyond your collegiate career

  • Real-life experiences that will provide you with the confidence to delve into your next adventure

How We Get Things Done...
This last bit is probably the most important! Here at WBD, our guiding principles are the core values by which we operate and are central to how we get things done. You can find them at www.wbd.com/guiding-principles/ along with some insights from the team on what they mean and how they show up in their day to day. We hope they resonate with you and look forward to discussing them during your interview.
Championing Inclusion at WBD
Warner Bros. Discovery embraces the opportunity to build a workforce that reflects a wide array of perspectives, backgrounds and experiences. Being an equal opportunity employer means that we take seriously our responsibility to consider qualified candidates on the basis of merit, without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, mental or physical disability, and genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, military status, protected veteran status or any other category protected by law.
If you're a qualified candidate with a disability and you require adjustments or accommodations during the job application and/or recruitment process, please visit our accessibility page for instructions to submit your request.

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