Company Description

The New York Red Bulls are one of 29 teams in Major League Soccer (MLS). RBNY, one of the ten charter clubs of MLS, have competed in the league since its founding in 1996. The Red Bulls play home matches at Red Bull Arena (RBA) in Harrison, New Jersey. The three-time MLS Supporters' Shield Winners are owned by the Austrian beverage company Red Bull for which the team is named. The New York Red Bulls offer one of the nation's premier youth soccer development programs, from local soccer partnerships across New York and New Jersey to Regional Development Schools and the Red Bulls Academy teams.

You will report to the Community Relations Manager and learn the management of community programs and player relations. You will play a role in leading community engagement and volunteerism with the front office, academy team and corporate partners. You will learn to cultivate relationships with nonprofit organizations, community groups and neighboring businesses. You will learn the process of disseminating information via press releases, match previews, and game notes for a professional sports team.

Job Description

Assist in management of team's donation and fundraising platforms
Send out donations to neighboring foundations and organizations
Handle donation requests from Front Office
Learn MLS Works programs
Assist in bringing our Community Theme Nights to life
Direct participation in community events and volunteer activities
Understanding and applying the set up for a home event, how home
events/trainings are covered by media and how to disseminate information.

Qualifications

Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks
Detail oriented, self-motivated, proactive, and enthusiastic
Demonstrate a passion for working as part of a team and specifically with the New York Red Bulls
Passion for building relationships in the community
Interest in pursuing some combination of Community Relations and Communications as a future career

Additional Information

This is an unpaid, for credit internship (proof that you will receive credit is required).

Because of the cyclical nature of the entertainment industry, your assigned hours may vary to reflect our needs (includes nights and weekends).

Red Bull New York is an equal opportunity employer and we will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality or any other classification protected by law.

2025 Internship, Spring - Community & Communications