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SportTechie Journalist (Paid Internship)

SportTechie
Part-time
On-site
Minneapolis Minnesota United States
Sports
Company Description

SportTechie exists to analyze and illuminate the growing number of ways technology is evolving the global sports industry.

After several years of growing our readership and reputation we are proud to be at a point where we can expand our team to pursue an array of exciting growth opportunities. Thus, we are seeking a creative and independent intern to support the production of our sports technology content.

Job Description

You will be empowered to:

Gain unique sports writing and research experience to enhance your portfolio and resume

Get an inside look at the latest technological innovations in the sports world

Flexible work schedule fit for a student

Position yourself as a thought leader within a sports industry niche

Learn from and work closely with SportTechieā€™s Managing Editor

Gain valuable connections and interview experience

We will be happy to work with any students who may be looking to gain course credit

Tasks:

Directly work with SportTechie Managing Editor to create and execute interview opportunities with sports technology industry professionals

Cover assignments from Managing Editor that range from breaking news coverage to tracking down quotes and leads on the phone and via email

Must be familiar with journalistic and interviewing standards and practices

Must be someone who has a flexible schedule and willing to regularly communicate via email

Qualifications

Qualifications:

Comfortable interviewing sports industry leaders via phone, email or video chat

Strong writing skills and journalistic integrity

Strict attention to detail when writing and does not allow any typos in their work

Must be a regular reader of online news and journalistic content

Has 10-15 hours per week to devote to covering the sports tech space

Absolutely must be able to balance multiple stories simultaneously

Additional Information

Compensation:

Monthly stipend

Course credit if desired

If interested in this opportunity, contact us

with writing samples and cover letter.