Digital Content & Social Media Intern - Cambridge United

Position: Digital Content & Social Media Intern
Position Type: Unpaid Internship / Student Placement
Reports To: Ontario Premier League Program Manager
Location: Cambridge, Ontario (Hybrid: remote + on-site for select matches/events)
Duration: Summer term (approximately 4 months)
Start date: Flexible based on academic requirements

Position Overview: The Digital Content & Social Media Intern will support
Cambridge United’s digital presence by assisting with basic content creation and
social media activity across the club’s platforms. This role is designed as a learning
opportunity for a student interested in sport, media, and digital communications.

The intern will gain hands-on experience in a community-based, high-performance
soccer environment while contributing to the club’s storytelling and matchday
coverage.

Key Responsibilities:
 Assist with posting content across club social media platforms (e.g.,
Instagram, Facebook, YouTube)
 Support basic content creation, including photos, short videos, and graphics
 Assist with matchday content capture at selected home matches
 Help maintain consistency with club branding and messaging
 Support simple content planning and scheduling
 Assist with basic performance tracking (engagement, reach, etc.)
 Provide general support to the club’s communications and operations team
as needed

Learning Outcomes:
 The intern will have the opportunity to develop skills in:
 Social media content creation
 Basic photo and video editing
 Digital communication in a sport organization
 Matchday media operations
 Understanding how social media supports a club’s overall marketing efforts

Ideal Candidate:
 Current post-secondary student or recent graduate in:
 Marketing
 Communications
 Digital Media
 Sport Management (or related field)
 Interest in social media and digital content
 Basic familiarity with common social platforms
 Willingness to learn and take initiative
 Passion for sport and community involvement

Remuneration:

This is an unpaid internship intended for academic credit and/or professional
development.

Interested candidates please submit resume or expression of interest email to OPL
Program Manager at L1@cambridgesoccer.ca. Only selected candidates will be
contacted for an interview. Applications will be taken until position is filled.