SportTechie Journalist (Paid Internship)

SportTechie exists to analyze and illuminate the growing number of ways technology is evolving the global sports industry.

After several years of growing our readership and reputation we are proud to be at a point where we can expand our team to pursue an array of exciting growth opportunities. Thus, we are seeking a creative and independent intern to support the production of our sports technology content.

You will be empowered to:

• Gain unique sports writing and research experience to enhance your portfolio and resume

• Get an inside look at the latest technological innovations in the sports world

• Flexible work schedule fit for a student

• Position yourself as a thought leader within a sports industry niche

• Learn from and work closely with SportTechie’s Managing Editor

• Gain valuable connections and interview experience

• We will be happy to work with any students who may be looking to gain course credit

Tasks:

• Directly work with SportTechie Managing Editor to create and execute interview opportunities with sports technology industry professionals

• Cover assignments from Managing Editor that range from breaking news coverage to tracking down quotes and leads on the phone and via email

• Must be familiar with journalistic and interviewing standards and practices

• Must be someone who has a flexible schedule and willing to regularly communicate via email

Qualifications:

• Comfortable interviewing sports industry leaders via phone, email or video chat

• Strong writing skills and journalistic integrity

• Strict attention to detail when writing and does not allow any typos in their work

• Must be a regular reader of online news and journalistic content

• Has 10-15 hours per week to devote to covering the sports tech space

• Absolutely must be able to balance multiple stories simultaneously

Compensation:

• Monthly stipend

• Course credit if desired

If interested in this opportunity, contact us 

with writing samples and cover letter.