Intern - Public Relations Intern, UFC
About The Position
UFC® is the world’s premier mixed martial arts organization (MMA), with more than 700 million fans and approximately 300 million social media followers. The organization produces more than 40 live events annually in some of the most prestigious arenas around the world while broadcasting to over 950 million households across more than 170 countries. UFC’s athlete roster features the world’s best MMA athletes representing more than 80 countries. The organization’s digital offerings include UFC FIGHT PASS®, one of the world’s leading streaming services for combat sports. UFC is part of TKO Group Holdings (NYSE: TKO) and is headquartered in Las Vegas, Nevada. For more information, visit UFC.com and follow UFC at Facebook.com/UFC and @UFC on X, Snapchat, Instagram, and TikTok: @UFC. TKO Group Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: TKO) is a premium sports and entertainment company. TKO owns iconic properties including UFC, the world’s premier mixed martial arts organization; WWE, the global leader in sports entertainment; and PBR, the world’s premier bull riding organization. Together, these properties reach 1 billion households across 210 countries and territories and organize more than 500 live events year-round, attracting more than three million fans. TKO also services and partners with major sports rights holders through IMG, an industry-leading global sports marketing agency; and On Location, a global leader in premium experiential hospitality. Department The Public Relations team manages the organization’s public image and media relationships across key initiatives, events, and announcements. This department oversees press outreach, media strategy, and issue management to ensure consistent and accurate external messaging. The team works closely with internal stakeholders, athletes, and media partners to shape public perception and amplify major moments across the business.
Requirements
- Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s or Graduate degree program in Public Relations, Journalism, English, Communications, or a related discipline; Junior, Senior, or Graduate-level standing preferred
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word and familiarity with basic document formatting
- Strong writing and editing abilities, with an interest in storytelling and media strategy
- Excellent organizational skills with a high level of attention to detail
- Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism
Responsibilities
- Support coordination of media events and assist with on-site and remote media management
- Research media outlets, writers, and journalists to support press outreach and pitching efforts
- Assist with maintaining and updating the media database and contact lists
- Support coordination of athlete media schedules in conjunction with events and appearances
- Assist with drafting press releases and media materials under team guidance
- Support coordination of interviews for events, including scheduling and logistics
- Assist with drafting media pitches and outreach materials
- Support daily news tracking, compilation, and internal distribution of media coverage
- Assist the Public Relations team with additional projects and initiatives as needed
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
