About the role#
Detroit City FC is looking for a creative Social Media Intern to join our digital team. You will help us tell the story of our club through short-form video and social content. This role is for a student who wants to gain experience in sports marketing, content production, and digital storytelling while supporting our matchday and community efforts.
What you'll do#
- Identify current social media trends, sounds, and formats that fit the club.
- Pitch and develop content ideas that showcase our players, supporters, and the local community.
- Film and edit short-form videos for Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube.
- Capture behind-the-scenes footage at training sessions, club events, and home matches.
- Work alongside our photographers, designers, and videographers to produce content.
- Review content performance to find ways to increase fan engagement.
- Coordinate with our Marketing and Communications teams on content planning.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a college or university program.
- Eligibility to receive academic credit for this internship.
- A strong interest in digital culture, sports, and social media.
- Familiarity with Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube.
- Experience with video editing software like CapCut or Adobe Premiere Pro is preferred.
- Strong communication skills and attention to detail.
- A passion for soccer and the Detroit community.
- Availability for select evenings, weekends, and home matches.
Location & details#
- Location: Detroit, Michigan.
- Modality: On-site.
- Term: Rolling.
- Compensation: This is an unpaid internship for academic credit.
About Detroit City FC
Detroit City FC is a professional soccer organization based in Detroit. Founded in 2012, the club competes in the USL Championship and the USL W League. The organization focuses on building community and representing the city through soccer. It operates as a privately held entity with a staff of 230 people.
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