Performance For Performance specializes in improving sports performance for athletes of any age, sport, or skill level. With Performance For Performance, athletes can improve their maximum potential through hard work, dedication, and a focus on proper form and technique.

We’re looking for a Social Media & Content Intern who will be responsible for assisting in day-to-day operations and management of content of Performance For Performance social accounts. This position will be responsible for planning, creating, scheduling, and posting content for various social media projects.

To be successful as a Social Media & Content Intern at Performance For Performance, you must have excellent knowledge of various social media platforms and in-depth knowledge of the sports world. You will combine creative campaign ideas with analytical skills to craft engaging content and successful posts.

This is a paid position and may qualify for curriculum credits if applicable.

An internship at Performance For Performance will present you with the opportunity to acquire and further develop your communication skills, time management, attention to detail, adaptability, and customer service skills, all while working for a supportive and impactful company.

Additionally, all interns are provided with Nike apparel, and will begin their internship experience with an all-staff seminar/mentorship hosted at our Northern Virginia facility.

Internship Schedule:

• The Social Media & Content Internship will run from June 1 – August 15 and will require a minimum of 10 hours worked per week.

If you are interested in any of these internship positions, please fill out the form below.

Responsibilities:

• Create engaging content for all major social media platforms to increase brand awareness

• Brainstorm/offer ideas for social media projects/opportunities

• Schedule content to be published on social media at ideal times

• Assist with monitoring the social media channels and activities

• Assist with managing the social media content calendar

• Assist with curating social media content for events, stand-alone campaigns, and other projects

• Gather content via video and photo

• Create engaging and attention grabbing graphics

• Other duties as assigned

Requirements:

• Excellent knowledge of social media platforms

• Displays excellent written and oral communication skills

• Creative mindset

• Ability to multitask

• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team

• Prior experience with marketing or social media

Background/knowledge of the sports world encouraged but not required