ESPN Social Media Intern, Remote, Fall 2025

Job Posting Title:

ESPN Social Media Intern, Remote, Fall 2025

Req ID:

10127553

Job Description:

About the Role & Program

Ever wonder what it's like to work for a leading sports entertainment brand? Working at ESPN is unlike anything else! That's because we're always finding new ways to interact with fans - however and wherever they connect with sports. We have the latest technology, innovative ideas and world-class talent on our team, and every day is extraordinary. 

The Social Media team blends creativity, sports knowledge, and journalistic instincts to produce industry-leading content seen by millions of sports fans. Collaboration, innovation, effort, and fun are at the core of this team and every day is game day! The dates of this internship are September 22nd through December 12, 2025. If selected for this role, you will report to a Social Media Manager. 

What You Will Do  

We are looking for an intern to assist with social media coverage across Instagram, TikTok, Snapchat, X and Facebook. The ideal candidate is an avid social media user who can thrive in a fast-paced, team environment with a thirst for learning. The intern will work with teammates to learn and understand the strategy behind posting on ESPN social platforms.

Responsibilities include:  

• Ideating and optimizing posts for Instagram, TikTok, Snapchat, X and Facebook 

• Discovering trending/viral content (often user-generated) and clearing for posting 

• Clipping and editing short video moments and using Photoshop to create graphics for posting across various social media platforms 

• Learning to apply news judgment and journalistic standards to the most important stories of the day 

• Assisting with compiling social analytics recaps and reports 

• Researching new trends and applications of social media to enhance ESPN’s channels 

Required Qualifications & Skills:  

• Elite knowledge of social media, including expertise on Instagram, TikTok, Snapchat, X and Facebook 

• Strong writing and copyediting skills in addition to creative thinking and solid news judgment 

• Elite knowledge of all sports including current athletes, rules and events 

• Familiarity with ESPN shows, talent, and digital products 

• Experience with both video editing software (Premiere Pro, Final Cut, Avid or After Effects) and photo editing software (Photoshop) 

Preferred Qualifications  

• Historical knowledge of sports 

• Experience with both video editing software (Premiere Pro, Final Cut, Avid or After Effects) and photo editing software (Photoshop) 

• Familiarity with the sports media landscape, including knowledge of business trends and technologies 

• Demonstrated leadership experience in a professional role, organization or activity 

Education: 

• Junior or Senior year preferred 

• Major or previous coursework in Journalism, Sports Media, Communications or related major preferred   

 

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