Public Relations Intern - Buffalo Sabres & Bandits (GAME-NIGHT)

Summary

Game-night employees will be responsible for assisting the full-time communications staff on game nights and special events. The position is meant to be an initial experience in sports communications and the game-night employees will be involved in a wide range of activities related to the communications operations of the Buffalo Sabres and Buffalo Bandits.

Responsibilities Include:

• Work with the Sabres Communications department to assist in various game-night responsibilities and tasks
• Assist with credential distribution and greet media, scouts and visiting team staff at check in
• Set up the press box and distribute printed game materials throughout the game
• Record home and visitor player postgame audio as well as home and visitor postgame coach press conferences
• Opportunity to assist with theme nights and/or special events throughout the season

Requirements Include:

• Availability for all Buffalo Sabres and Buffalo Bandits home games
• Ideal candidates should be pursuing or have a degree in public relations, journalism or a related field and have some type of experience in sports
• Strong writing and communication skills
• Ability to work both independently and with a group
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office programs
• Hard-working personality
• Flexible and able to adapt in high-pressure situations

Time Frame

Duration of the NHL and NLL seasons, September 2025 through May 2026 (subject to change)

Compensation

This role pays $15.50 an hour

Hockey Western New York, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.