Marketing & Communications Intern

Indianapolis, IN (On-site)

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Job Description

Indiana Sports Corp provides internship opportunities that immerse students in a professional working environment while introducing them to the not-for-profit industry. Internships are available based on business needs and can include event and volunteer operations; communications; marketing; graphic design; community engagement; sports tourism; business development; and finance. ISC’s fast paced and entrepreneurial working environment offers each intern a rich experience within his/her chosen area; however, interns are exposed to all functional areas of the company to reinforce the important role collaboration plays in a successful company.
Position Overview
The Marketing & Communications Internship is designed to expand a student’s knowledge and hands-on experience in marketing, communications, and event promotion. Interns will play an active role in supporting campaigns and media operations for a robust lineup of major events in late 2026 including the Inaugural Big Ten Volleyball Tournament, the Discover Big Ten Football Championship Game, and the Indy Classic.
Key Responsibilities
Interns will work closely with the marketing and communications team to assist with:
  • Email Marketing: Assist with the creation, scheduling, and management of targeted email campaigns.
  • Event Media Operations: Aid in pre-event setup and on-site media logistics.
  • Public Relations: Draft and edit media advisories, press releases, and promotional copy.
  • Media Monitoring: Track press coverage and compile media reports for internal and external use.
  • Content Planning & Calendar Management: Assist in building and maintaining a multi-channel content calendar aligned with key event milestones and marketing priorities.
Preferred Skills
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to adapt tone for different audiences
  • Basic understanding of public relations practices, including press release writing and media outreach
  • Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
  • Attention to detail, especially in content creation, proofreading, and campaign execution
  • Ability to work both independently and collaboratively across teams
  • Interest in sports, live events, or sports tourism industries
Qualifications
Undergraduate and Graduate Students
Must be currently pursuing or have recently earned a degree from an accredited undergraduate or graduate program
Internship Details
Term: September 8, 2026 – December 20, 2026
Schedule: 4-5 days per week (approximately 30-40 hours/week)
Stipend: $2000
Location: On-site - Indianapolis, Indiana. Relocation or housing is not available
Deadline to apply: May 15, 2026
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.
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Indiana Sports Corp

For more than 40 years Indiana Sports Corp has been a leading civic organization advancing our community through sports. These sporting events have led to over $4 billion in direct spending in our community over that time period. The Indiana Sports Corp helped elevate the city of Indianapolis from India-a-no-place to the ā€œCity Where Champions are Crowned.ā€ Indiana Sports Corp has positively impacted the lives of hundreds of thousands of our citizens, especially our most precious citizens, our children. The Indiana Sports Corp has been and will continue to be a bedrock civic organization upon which the city of Indianapolis and the state of Indiana can continue to grow and flourish.Since 1979, Indianapolis has hosted more than 500 national and international sporting events including the entire NCAA DI Men's Basketball Championship, Super Bowl XLVI in 2012, 18 U.S. Olympic Team Trials and NCAA Championship events in a variety of sports.

Founded in 1979
Indianapolis, Indiana, USA
92 employees (11 in marketing)