Intern - Basketball Communications

This is a Part Time Unpaid Internship

The Dallas Mavericks is currently seeking a seasonal intern for the Basketball Operations Communication Department. The Dallas Mavericks internship program is part-time and allow current college / university students or recent graduates the opportunity to gain valuable work experience within a professional sports organization.

A successful applicant will demonstrate strong organizational skills along with initiative, resourcefulness, and an ability to work creatively and proactively while collaborating in a team environment. We are looking for someone prepared to work in a fast-paced team environment but driven to take the initiative to succeed when presented with individual work responsibilities. 

The Basketball Communications Seasonal Intern will be responsible for the following duties: 

Specific duties include, but are not limited to: 
• Assist the Mavericks PR staff in all aspects of the team's communications efforts
• Assist with team game notes
• Work home games to assist with both team and media needs 
• Manage and prepare media credentials
• Assist with game day setup
• Coordinate and deliver hotel packets for visiting NBA teams
• Help maintain statistical records and assist with publication of media materials
• Assist with media availability at practices, shootarounds and games

Preferred Background / Skills / Qualifications:
• College student or recent college graduate (degree in Journalism, Communications, Public Relations or Sports Management/Administration preferred)
• Must have at least one year experience in sports communications or public relations at either the professional or collegiate level
• Must have good knowledge of the NBA, statistics and basketball terminology
• Must have strong writing skills and attention to detail
• Must be proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook
• Must be willing to work nights and weekends and come to work promptly and regularly
• Must be able to take direction and work well with others

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. 

Job Questions:
• How did you hear about this job?
• Are you a recent graduate of a college or university?
• Do you have at least one year experience in sports communications or public relations at either the professional or collegiate level?
• Do you have good knowledge of the NBA, statistics and basketball terminology?