Staff Writer Internship
Not Disclosed•InternOn-site
location_on2124, Wylie Avenue, Middle Hill, Pittsburgh, Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, 15219, United States
About the Role
The Staff Writer Intern supports the Team Reporter in producing daily coverage of the Pittsburgh Penguins. This writing-intensive position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the narrative of one of the NHL's most storied franchises. You will cover training camp, practices, and games, while also crafting features on players, coaches, and hockey operations staff.
Beyond on-ice coverage, you will collaborate with Marketing, Partnership, Ticketing, Youth & Amateur Hockey, and the Penguins Foundation to highlight the organization's broader initiatives and community events. Success in this role requires a professional demeanor when interacting with executives, management, players, and staff, as well as the flexibility to work afternoons, nights, and weekends as game schedules dictate.
Location & Timeline
This onsite internship is based at PPG Paints Arena (1001 Fifth Ave, Pittsburgh, PA) and UPMC Lemieux Sports Complex (8000 Cranberry Springs Drive, Cranberry Twp, PA). The program runs from September 7th, 2026, to December 4th, 2026. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis until June 1st, 2026, with final communications expected by June 22nd, 2026.
Application Process
Candidates with strong writing and editing skills are encouraged to apply. If invited to interview, you will be asked to provide writing samples. Previous sportswriting experience and a deep knowledge of the Pittsburgh Penguins are highly valued.
Our Commitment
We are an equal opportunity employer. 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.
Work location
Work model: On-site
2124, Wylie Avenue, Middle Hill, Pittsburgh, Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, 15219, United States
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleContribute to the development and implementation of new content
- check_circleParticipate in team media availabilities
- check_circleAssist with practice and game coverage including notebook articles and recaps
- check_circleWrite features on players, coaches, and hockey operations staff
- check_circleProduce stories highlighting community and marketing initiatives
- check_circleCreate social media content for Penguins platforms
- check_circleCollaborate with Marketing, Partnership, and Ticketing departments
Requirements
- verifiedPursuing a degree in journalism, creative writing, communications or related discipline
- verifiedEntering junior or senior year in college
- verified20-30 hours of flexible availability each week
- verifiedExcellent written and verbal communication skills
- verifiedAbility to work flexible hours including weekends and game nights
Nice to Have
Previous sportswriting experience and knowledge of the Pittsburgh Penguins.
Benefits & Perks
check_circlePaid hourly internship at $10 per hourcheck_circleEligibility to earn course credits for the internship
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Day-to-day, the Staff Writer Internship at Pittsburgh Penguins will contribute to the development and implementation of new content; participate in team media availabilities; assist with practice and game coverage including notebook articles and recaps; and write features on players, coaches, and hockey operations staff.
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Pittsburgh Penguins is looking for candidates who meet the following requirements: Pursuing a degree in journalism, creative writing, communications or related discipline; Entering junior or senior year in college; 20-30 hours of flexible availability each week; Excellent written and verbal communication skills; and Ability to work flexible hours including weekends and game nights.
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Staff Writer Internship at Pittsburgh Penguins is based in 2124, Wylie Avenue, Middle Hill, Pittsburgh, Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, 15219, United States. This is a on-site role.
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