Social Media Intern (Full-Time, Seasonal)

Intern, Social Media - $16.37 per hour 

Position Summary: The Intern, Social Media supports the Minnesota Wild’s digital presence by assisting with content creation, scheduling, and daily maintenance for all Minnesota Wild ancillary social media accounts as well as occasional support on main Minnesota Wild social media channels. This role also represents the brand at community events, foundation initiatives, and game nights, capturing engaging moments that connect with fans across platforms. By contributing to consistent and on-brand content, the Intern, Social Media helps strengthen fan engagement and reinforces the organization's community-focused mission.

Responsibilities/Essential Functions:

• Attend a variety of events to support community engagement and brand activation initiatives, including but not limited to:
  • Community events
  • Foundation events
  • Player hospital visits
  • Brand activation initiatives (pregame parties, etc.)
  • Home games (as needed)
• Schedule and post content for all Minnesota Wild ancillary social media accounts to ensure timely and consistent engagement, including:
  • Wild Gives Back
  • MN Wild Pup
  • Wild on 7th (as needed)
  • Hockey Day Minnesota (as needed)
• Perform daily maintenance all Minnesota Wild ancillary social media accounts to maintain accuracy and brand consistency, including:
  • Wild Gives Back
  • MN Wild Pup
  • Wild on 7th
  • Hockey Day Minnesota
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Position Requirements:

Formal Education & Certification:

• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Film/Digital Cinematography, Creative Writing, or a related field, or equivalent experience.

Knowledge & Experience:

• Experience and knowledge of social media platforms (X, Facebook, and Instagram specifically required).
• Experience capturing engaging content (camera knowledge, including iPhone videos).
• Experience editing photo/video content (using Premier Pro, Photoshop, Lightroom).
• Experience with social media scheduling services (Sprout Social and/or Hootsuite preferred).
• Experience with project management system (Wrike preferred).

Personal Attributes:

• Detail-oriented and organized. 
• Enthusiastic to learn, sleeves and contribute wherever needed with a positive attitude.  
• Strategically minded and able to take initiative with little direction.

Work Conditions:

• Ability to work nights, weekends and holidays as needed for games and events. 

• Physical requirements include sitting, walking, standing, bending, squatting, climbing, kneeling, twisting, lifting, grasping, etc. 
• Lifting up to 50 lbs.
• Benefits offered including Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement.

ADA/EEO Statement:

Our company is committed to complying with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you require an accommodation to participate in the application process or perform the essential functions of the job, please contact the People Team to request an accommodation. We will engage in an interactive process to assess your needs and provide appropriate accommodations to enable you to perform the essential functions of the position unless it would cause an undue hardship.

We are an equal-opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other legally protected status. It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants for employment. We value diversity and inclusion in our workplace and promote a work environment that respects and supports individuals without bias.