Communications & Digital Content Intern

National Collegiate Athletic Association

Minneapolis, MN

Internship

Intern

about 2 months ago

Job Description

About the Role

The Central Collegiate Hockey Association (CCHA), a NCAA single-sport Division I men's ice hockey conference with nine members, is seeking qualified applicants who recently graduated from college for a part-time internship position for the 2025-26 season. The position will start on Tuesday September 2, 2025 and end on Friday May 22, 2026. This is a remote position with the exception of the conference championship, where travel will be necessary. The position will work 15-20 hours per week and is eligible for a monthly stipend and academic credit. The CCHA Communications & Digital Content Intern will report directly to the Director of Strategic Communications & Brand Advancement and the Commissioner.

Key Responsibilities

Assist with updating web pages and content on the CCHA's website (www.CCHA.com) and digital content to several locations, including Midco Sports Plus
Assist with content creation and posting content on social media
Assist with creating and distributing marketing/promotional opportunities and materials across all CCHA platforms
Attend and work at the 2026 Mason Cup Championship Game
Other duties as assigned by the Commissioner and Assistant Commissioner

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in communications, public relations, sports administration, graphic design, marketing, or a similar field
Excellent written, verbal, and organizational skills
Ability to work both independently with deadline-driven projects and as part of a team in a small remote office setting
Demonstrated ability to work with social media platforms, such as YouTube, X, Facebook, Instagram, and Snapchat
Ability to work Friday and Saturday nights during the season as needed and directed by conference staff

Nice to Have

Two years of experience as an undergraduate student working within a college athletics department (athletic communications or marketing) or conference office
Familiarity in working with media platforms such as DVSport, WSC, and Sidearm Sports
Familiarity in working with Adobe Creative Suite, specifically InDesign and/or Photoshop
Familiarity in creating GIFs and short videos for social media
Familiarity with the CCHA, its nine member institutions and NCAA hockey as a whole

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