Media Relations Intern — Sports Communications

Miami Heat; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

The HEAT Group Business Communications internship at Miami Heat in Miami, FL supports the department with administrative and public relations tasks for the 2026-27 season. You will assist with monitoring communications strategies and provide liaison support on game nights, while contributing to media lists and press material distribution.

Ideal candidates are organized, deadline-driven, and proficient with Microsoft Office; undergraduate or graduate students are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent from a 4-year college or technical school is preferred, but current college/university undergraduate and graduate students also encouraged to apply
• Highly organized and detail-oriented
• Able to meet tight deadlines and adapt to a fast-paced, fluid environment while balancing multiple tasks at once
• Must be proficient in Microsoft applications including Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Teams and Outlook

Responsibilities

• Serve as a liaison and escort media on game/show nights on an as-needed basis
• Compile and update media distribution contact list including relevant local, national and international writers and podcasters
• Research local/national podcasts pertaining to THGBC verticals including F&B, fashion, business, sports, lifestyle, entertainment, community, and social justice
• Identify new digital media and support in creating relationships to maximize reach
• Draft and send select press releases and advisories for Business Operations initiatives
• Provide trend reports on new PR resources to benefit the enhancement of THGBC processes including new software opportunities, platforms, and services
• Serve as the primary user of media tracking platforms (Critical Mention, Cision and/or equivalent) for earned media (non-paid placements) for The HEAT Group and Kaseya Center.
• Create weekly recaps on THGBC successes/PR tracking to report on and analyze during weekly Department Meetings as well as cross competitive analyses with other NBA teams, venues, and relevant retail collaborations for discussion and review
• Support with other administrative tasks as needed

Skills

Highly organized

Detail-oriented

Deadline management

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Teams

Outlook

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Teams

Outlook

Job description

The HEAT Group Business Communications internship at Miami Heat in Miami, FL supports the department with administrative and public relations tasks for the 2026-27 season. You will assist with monitoring communications strategies and provide liaison support on game nights, while contributing to media lists and press material distribution.

Ideal candidates are organized, deadline-driven, and proficient with Microsoft Office; undergraduate or graduate students are encouraged to apply.