Assistant Director of Athletics Communications Intern

Job Title:

Assistant Director of Athletics Communications Intern

Location:

Albany State Rec. Location

Regular/Temporary:
Temporary

Full/Part Time:
Full-Time

Job

The Assistant Director of Athletics Communications (Intern) is a full-time, entry‑level athletics administration position that supports sport coverage, communications operations, and storytelling initiatives. The role emphasizes accuracy, workflow management, and sustainability during crossover seasons while providing professional development aligned with the NCAA Division II Internship Grant. The position is designed to prepare the intern for long‑term career advancement in intercollegiate athletics.

The position is a one‑year internship from July 1 2026 to May 30 2027.

Sponsorship is not available for this position.

• Serve as primary sport contact (SID) for assigned programs.
• Produce game recaps, box scores, statistics, and records.
• Manage live stats, postgame reporting, and conference submissions.
• Maintain accurate historical records and archives.

• Support game‑day communications workflows and stat crew operations.
• Assist with media coordination and postgame processes.
• Support conference and NCAA reporting requirements.
• Serve as secondary communications lead during overlapping events.

• Assist with onboarding, training, and supervising student interns.
• Assign and review intern work to ensure accuracy and timeliness.
• Reinforce communications fundamentals and professional standards.

• Contribute to feature stories and student‑athlete profiles.
• Highlight academic success, leadership, and community engagement.
• Support season‑long storytelling initiatives.

• Participate in mentorship and professional development opportunities.
• Assist with documenting internship outcomes and impact.

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution (required by start date).
• 1 to 2 years of experience and proficiency with basic computer applications (Microsoft Office or Google Workspace).
• Willingness to work evenings, weekends, and non‑traditional hours.

• A degree in communications, journalism, sport management, or marketing.
• Previous experience (internship, graduate assistantship, or student employment) in athletics communications, sports information, or media relations.
• Familiarity with live statistics platforms (e.g., Genius Sports, NCAA Live Stats, Stat Crew).
• Experience assisting with sport coverage, game‑day communications, or statistics.
• Basic knowledge of intercollegiate athletics, particularly Division II and/or HBCU athletics.
• Experience working with or supervising student workers or interns.
• Interest in pursuing a long‑term career in athletics communications or athletics administration.

Proposed Salary: $30,000.

• Cover letter.
• Resume.
• Transcripts.
• A list of at least 3 professional references with their contact information.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Attention to detail with the ability to meet deadlines in a fast‑paced environment.
• Ability to learn and follow conference, NCAA, and institutional reporting requirements.
• Professional demeanor and ability to work collaboratively with coaches, staff, and student‑athletes.

All selected candidates are required to successfully pass a Background Check review prior to starting with Albany State University.

• a credit check completed for "Positions of Trust" and/or approved departmental purchase card usage;
• a motor vehicle report for positions that require driving an Albany State University vehicle;
• a successful pre‑employment drug test.

Albany State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The University is committed to maintaining a fair and respectful environment for living, working, and studying. To that end, and in accordance with federal and state law, Board of Regents policy, and University policy, the University prohibits harassment of or discrimination against any person because of race, color, sex (including sexual harassment, pregnancy, and medical conditions related to pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, ethnicity or national origin, religion, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran or military status by any member of the ASU Community on campus, in connection with a University program or activity, or in a manner that creates a hostile environment for members of the ASU community.

For questions or more detailed information regarding this policy please contact the Albany State University Office of Human Resources at (229) 500‑2026. For individuals requiring disability‑related accommodations for participation in any event or to obtain print materials in an alternative format, please contact the Disability Resource Center at 229‑500‑3442.