Intern - Communications

This is a Part Time Unpaid Internship

Communications Intern

Player 15 Group HQ

Phoenix, AZ

Job Summary:

Player 15 Group includes several companies and many collaborative departments that support the Phoenix Suns, Phoenix Mercury, Valley Suns and Footprint Center.

Would you like to win championships and create sustained success? Player 15 Group is looking for individuals who are committed to pursuing excellence, win championships, create sustained success and desire to play a role in creating memorable experiences.

We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Communications Intern to assist with the development and execution of public relations strategies and media relations for the Phoenix Suns, Phoenix Mercury, Valley Suns and Footprint Center. This role will focus on business communication efforts and is a seasonal position for the 2024-25 NBA season.

What You Will Do:
• Assist with media monitoring and compiling coverage recap reports
• Write press releases and media advisories
• Draft media and event briefs
• Create and update department media lists
• Provide on-site support at media events and press conferences as needed

What We Need From Our Communications Intern:
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Self-driven individual who works well in a team environment
• Proficient in all Microsoft Office products and related computer skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changes while managing multiple tasks

Experience/ Education Requirements:
• High school diploma or GED
• Currently enrolled in a bachelor's degree program with a focus in Communication, Business Administration or a related field.

What You Can Expect:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by Communications Intern to optimally perform the essential functions of this role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Ability to transit throughout the arena for long periods of time.
• This position works mainly indoors, removed from extreme weather; exposure to weather is <5%
• S-Sedentary Work – Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally.
• Must be able to carry on a conversation both on the phone and in-person.
• Ability to Read, Write & Speak in English
• Wide range of full-time benefit options including
• Medical, Dental and Vision coverages
• Life and Disability options
• Vacation, sick and holiday leave programs
• In-arena work requirements with the potential of hybrid schedules based on each role and department.
• Perks:
• Discounts at Fanatics Team Shop
• Tickets available for Phoenix Suns and Phoenix Mercury games
• Visit our Culture page to learn more about our culture and work environment

Player 15 Group is committed to employing a diverse workforce. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or disability.

Please note this job description is not crafted to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

For questions about this career opportunity, please contact the People & Culture Recruiting team at recruiting@suns.com