Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Salary: $15/hour

ABOUT YOUR ROLE

Interested in a career in fantasy sports? We are seeking ambitious, motivated and creative recent college graduates for a paid six-month internship from July 2025 - January 2026.

The Sporting News fantasy intern is involved in all aspects of content creation delivering fantasy football news, analysis and advice to our audience during the NFL season.

Youll gain hands-on experience from our team of full-time writers and editors to learn how we write live and breaking news, develop SEO best practices and plan content strategy for fantasy sports.

WHEN AND WHERE IS IT?

• Dates: July 14, 2025 - Jan. 17, 2026
• Pay: $15/hour, 40 hours/week
• Location: Remote or in Charlotte, N.C.
• PLEASE APPLY BY JUNE 16th

INTERNSHIP RESPONSIBILITIES

• Write articles on draft advice, injury updates, positional rankings, waiver wire claims, start/sit decisions and more for a national audience
• Work with full-time staff on planning and reacting to the NFL news cycle
• Learn how to read audience tools like Google Trends to package and promote content for millions of digital readers
• Contribute ideas for graphics, videos and other content for SNs social platforms

REQUIREMENTS

• You must be able to commit to the entire six-month program. For this reason, we consider only recent graduates less than 12 months removed from completing your degree.
• A deep knowledge of, and passion for, the NFL and fantasy sports
• Have sound news judgment and an eye for stories that resonate with fantasy players
• An ability to work smart and fast in a digital news environment
• Know how to write clean, concise and interesting content in a variety of digital formats
• A basic understanding of best SEO and social media practices
• Be a team player, willing to work with editors and writers and receive constructive feedback
• Strong grammar skills, meticulous attention to detail and a firm grasp of AP style
• Be flexible, willing to work a combination of days, nights and weekends as required

ABOUT SPORTING NEWS, THE COMPANY

Sporting News is more than a media brandwe are a global team of passionate sports fans delivering trusted content to audiences around the world. Founded in 1886, we have a 140-year legacy of sports journalism excellence, evolving from a print publication into a cutting-edge digital media company that serves millions of fans across multiple platforms and languages.

At our core, we believe inexpert storytelling,ensuring that every piece of content we produce meets the high expectations of modern sports enthusiasts.

OurEmployee Value Propositionis built on five key pillars:

• Expect Curiosity We embrace change, constantly exploring new ways to engage fans and stay ahead in the evolving sports media landscape.
• Operate with Integrity Trust is the foundation of Sporting News, and we uphold that tradition by delivering fact-based, insightful coverage.
• Answer with Expertise With a deep understanding of sports and its impact, our team delivers content that is knowledgeable, analytical, and forward-thinking.
• Deliver Consistently Whether breaking news, in-depth analysis, or immersive storytelling, we strive to provide high-quality content that resonates with fans.
• Trust One Another Our global team collaborates across borders, fostering a culture of respect and inclusion.

At Sporting News, we celebrate the diversity of our team and leadership. As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyoneregardless of race, gender, background, or identitycan contribute, grow, and succeed.

ABOUT SPORTING NEWS, THE BRAND

Sporting News is one of the most storied and recognizable sports media brands in the world. Founded in 1886 as a U.S. weekly newspaper, it became a pioneering force in sports journalismearning titles like "The Nation's Oldest & Finest Sports Paper" and "The Bible of Baseball."

Today, Sporting News is a digital-first, globally connected media powerhouse with localized editions in the U.S., Brazil, Canada, Mexico, Argentina, U.K., Spain, India, Thailand, Vietnam, Australia, and Japan with more regions on the horizon.

1. Timeless & Crafted.No other publisher carries the heritage of Sporting News. Our legacy of expert sports journalism has stood the test of time, from baseballs golden age to todays global sports landscape.
2. Imaginative & Scalable.Sporting News now covers all major sports worldwide, leveraging a network of local experts who understand regional nuances while delivering global impact.
3. Reliable & Relatable.With a rich history and deep audience trust, Sporting News is the go-to platform for rights holders, gaming partners, advertisers, broadcasters and most importantly, sports fans.

As we approach our 140-year milestone, Sporting News remains committed to evolving with the ever-changing sports media landscape while staying true to the values that have defined us for generations.

Acquired by an international investment group in 2021 with deep sports, media and gaming experience, TSN is poised to become the first truly global digital sports media platform business.

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