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Broadcast and Communications Intern

Flint Firebirds Hockey (OHL)
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The Flint Firebirds are seeking multiple Broadcast and Communications interns for the 2026-27 season. Successful candidates will work on a rotational basis in the following duties, gaining experience in broadcasting, communications, media relations, and video production.

The Firebirds are members of the prestigious Ontario Hockey League, recognized as one of the top player developmental leagues in the world. During the 2025-26 season, scouts from all 32 NHL teams attended Firebirds games. Since the team’s inception in 2015, the Firebirds have had 40 NHL-signed or drafted players on its roster.

Interns would have the opportunity to contribute to telecasts on the Firebirds Hockey Network, which are broadcast live online via FloHockey and across Ontario as part of the OHL Action Pack.

This is a unique and exciting opportunity to gain experience in the sports industry while learning from experienced professionals in broadcasting, communications and production. Interns would work with and report to the Director of Communications & Play-by-Play Announcer as well as the Director of Broadcasting, developing valuable skills for those looking to build a career in sports.

 

Responsibilities

BROADCASTING

  • Operate camera during pregame and intermission segments
  • Clip video highlights during the game
  • Edit highlights into a full game package immediately following the game
  • Assist with live, in-game player and coach interviews
  • Potential on-air opportunities for the right candidate
  • Other duties as assigned

 

VIDEO PRODUCTION

  • Film cinematic game footage for internal use
  • Opportunities to produce creative content and assist in various video projects

 

COMMUNICATIONS

  • Assist with creation of game notes and media information
  • Assist with writing of postgame recap for Firebirds home games
  • Assist with set-up and organization of Firebirds media suite during home games
  • Other duties as assigned

 

Requirements

  • Working knowledge of video editing software
  • Knowledge of camera operation
  • Knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite preferred
  • Strong writing ability
  • Team player attitude
  • Currently attending college/university or recently graduated
  • Must be available for majority of Flint Firebirds 34 home games (includes nights, weekends and holidays)
  • Must be within driving distance of Flint, Michigan

 

Please attach a resume with your application that includes your contact information. If you have examples of your work (portfolio, website, demo reel), please include a link in your resume, or email it to kyle@flintfirebirds.com.