Offer summary

Qualifications:

Recent college graduate, less than 12 months removed from degree completion., Strong writing skills with the ability to create clean and engaging content about various sports., Basic understanding of SEO and social media practices., Knowledge of North American professional and collegiate sports..

Key responsibilities:

Write trending news articles, live blogs, and evergreen content for a national audience.

Collaborate with full-time staff on special projects, both written and multimedia.

Analyze audience tools like Google Trends to enhance content promotion.

Contribute creative ideas for graphics and videos for social media platforms.

Job description

ABOUT YOUR NEW ROLE

Interested in a career in digital sports journalism? We are seeking ambitious and creative recent college graduates for a paid six-month internship from August 2025 - February 2026.

The Sporting News’ editorial interns are involved in all aspects of content creation around the biggest stories in the NFL, NBA, MLB, NHL, college sports and more. You’ll gain hands-on experience from our team of full-time writers and editors to learn how we shape live and breaking news coverage, develop SEO best practices and plan content strategies for the biggest sporting events of the year.

This role is based in our Charlotte, NC headquarters.

WHEN AND WHERE IS IT?

Dates: Aug. 18, 2025 - Feb. 20, 2026
Pay: $15/hour, 40 hours/week
Location: Charlotte, N.C.
Please apply by June 30th

INTERNSHIP RESPONSIBILITIES

Write trending news articles, live blogs and evergreen content explaining the sports world to a national audience
Help maintain catalog of evergreen content
Work with full-time staff on special projects, both written and multimedia
Learn how to read audience tools like Google Trends to package and promote content for millions of digital readers
Contribute ideas for graphics, videos and other content for SN’s social platforms

REQUIREMENTS:

You must be able to commit to the entire six-month program. For this reason, we consider only recent graduates less than 12 months removed from completing your degree.
An ability to work smart and fast in a digital news environment
Know how to write clean, concise and interesting content about a variety of sports and topics
A strong knowledge of most North American professional and collegiate sports
A basic understanding of best SEO and social media practices
Be a team player, willing to work with editors and writers and receive constructive feedback
Strong grammar skills, meticulous attention to detail and a firm grasp of AP style
Be flexible, willing to work a combination of days, nights and weekends as required

ABOUT SPORTING NEWS, THE COMPANY

Sporting News is more than a media brand—we are a global team of passionate sports fans delivering trusted content to audiences around the world. Founded in 1886, we have a 140-year legacy of sports journalism excellence, evolving from a print publication into a cutting-edge digital media company that serves millions of fans across multiple platforms and languages.

At our core, we believe in expert storytelling, ensuring that every piece of content we produce meets the high expectations of modern sports enthusiasts.

Our Employee Value Proposition is built on five key pillars:

Expect Curiosity – We embrace change, constantly exploring new ways to engage fans and stay ahead in the evolving sports media landscape.
Operate with Integrity – Trust is the foundation of Sporting News, and we uphold that tradition by delivering fact-based, insightful coverage.
Answer with Expertise – With a deep understanding of sports and its impact, our team delivers content that is knowledgeable, analytical, and forward-thinking.
Deliver Consistently – Whether breaking news, in-depth analysis, or immersive storytelling, we strive to provide high-quality content that resonates with fans.
Trust One Another – Our global team collaborates across borders, fostering a culture of respect and inclusion.

At Sporting News, we celebrate the diversity of our team and leadership. As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone—regardless of race, gender, background, or identity—can contribute, grow, and succeed.

ABOUT SPORTING NEWS, THE BRAND

Sporting News is one of the most storied and recognizable sports media brands in the world. Founded in 1886 as a U.S. weekly newspaper, it became a pioneering force in sports journalism—earning titles like "The Nation's Oldest & Finest Sports Paper" and "The Bible of Baseball."

Today, Sporting News is a digital-first, globally connected media powerhouse with localized editions in the U.S., Brazil, Canada, Mexico, Argentina, U.K., Spain, India, Thailand, Vietnam, Australia, and Japan— with more regions on the horizon.

Timeless & Crafted. No other publisher carries the heritage of Sporting News. Our legacy of expert sports journalism has stood the test of time, from baseball’s golden age to today’s global sports landscape.
Imaginative & Scalable. Sporting News now covers all major sports worldwide, leveraging a network of local experts who understand regional nuances while delivering global impact.
Reliable & Relatable. With a rich history and deep audience trust, Sporting News is the go-to platform for rights holders, gaming partners, advertisers, broadcasters— and most importantly, sports fans.

As we approach our 140-year milestone, Sporting News remains committed to evolving with the ever-changing sports media landscape while staying true to the values that have defined us for generations.

Acquired by an international investment group in 2021 with deep sports, media and gaming experience, TSN is poised to become the first truly global digital sports media platform business.

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Compensation$15/hour

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