National Collegiate Rugby – Marketing Intern

National Collegiate Rugby (NCR) is seeking a creative and detail-oriented Marketing Intern to support our Marketing and Communications team in promoting the NCR brand, celebrating member achievements, and deepening engagement across our rugby community. This role offers valuable hands-on experience in content creation, storytelling, and community engagement in a fast-paced, mission-driven sports organization.

Key Responsibilities:

• Monthly Recognition Programs: Coordinate NCR’s player and coach recognition initiatives, including reaching out to recipients, collecting information, and writing short profiles for website and social media use.
• Event Coverage: Represent NCR at regional events to assist with on-site marketing, media collection, and member engagement.
• Story Sourcing: Identify and develop compelling stories from member clubs, players, and teams to spotlight through NCR channels.
• Social Media Engagement: Proactively interact with clubs and players on social media to build community, highlight achievements, and source shareable content.
• Proofreading: Assist with editing and proofreading written content (newsletters, web articles, social posts) to ensure clarity, consistency, and brand alignment.
• Support Marketing Campaigns: Assist in the development and execution of digital campaigns aimed at increasing visibility and engagement across NCR platforms.

Qualifications:

• Passion for sports marketing and storytelling, with a strong interest in rugby.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Comfortable reaching out and engaging with diverse groups of people.
• Experience with social media platforms (Instagram, Twitter/X, Facebook); Canva or basic design skills a plus.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and proofreading abilities.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects under tight deadlines.

What You’ll Gain:

• Practical experience in sports marketing, communications, and sports storytelling.
• Published writing and media pieces to include in a professional portfolio.
• Opportunities to engage with players, coaches, and clubs from across the country.
• Exposure to national-level event marketing and operations.
• Academic credit (if applicable).