Photography Intern

Photography Intern Pittsburgh Riverhounds SC & Pittsburgh Riveters SC Location: Pittsburgh, PA Term: Fall Internship Status: Part-time, unpaid (must be eligible to receive college academic credit)About the ClubsThe Pittsburgh Riverhounds SC and Pittsburgh Riveters SC are committed to excellence on and off the field, representing the city of Pittsburgh with pride, passion, and community connection. Through dynamic visual storytelling, the clubs create engaging content that brings fans closer to the players, matchday atmosphere, and the culture surrounding soccer in Pittsburgh.Position OverviewThe Photography Intern will assist in capturing and producing engaging photo content for the Pittsburgh Riverhounds and Riveters throughout the fall. This role is ideal for a creative and motivated student looking to gain hands-on experience in sports photography, content creation, and live event coverage within a professional sports environment.Please note: This internship is unpaid, and candidates must be actively enrolled in a college or university program that allows them to receive academic credit for the internship.ResponsibilitiesCapture photo content during matchdays, training sessions, community events, and club activationsEdit and deliver photos for use across social media, digital platforms, marketing materials, and in-stadium displaysCollaborate with the marketing and communications teams to execute creative content ideas and meet deadlinesHelp maintain a consistent visual style aligned with club brandingOrganize, caption, and archive photo galleries and image filesAssist with player, staff, and promotional photo shoots as needed QualificationsCurrent college student pursuing a degree in photography, communications, marketing, journalism, media, or a related fieldAccess to personal photography equipment, including a DSLR or mirrorless camera and editing-capable computer, is requiredEligible to receive college academic credit for the internshipExperience photographing sports, events, or live-action subjectsProficiency with Adobe Lightroom, Adobe Photoshop, or similar photo editing softwareAbility to work on-site during regular office hours, as well as nights, weekends, and matchdaysStrong understanding of composition, storytelling, and visual content creationExperience in a fast-paced environment such as sports, news, or live events is a plusStrong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environmentReliable, professional, and comfortable working around athletes, staff, and fans What You'll GainReal-world experience with a professional sports organizationHands-on opportunities in sports photography and content creationPortfolio-building work published across club platformsMentorship from experienced marketing and media professionalsAcademic credit through your college or university program How to ApplyInterested candidates should submit a resume, brief cover letter, and a portfolio or samples of relevant photography work.We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.