Public Address Announcer / Audio ( USL League 2 ) Long Island Rough Riders USL League Two and U[...]
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.About Long Island Rough RidersThe Long Island Rough Riders are a pre-professional soccer club competing in USL League Two and the USL W League, with a long-standing reputation for player development and community engagement across Long Island. The club provides a professional environment that supports both elite competition and community-focused programming.Internships with the Rough Riders provide hands-on experience in a professional sports setting, offering students and aspiring media professionals the opportunity to gain real-world experience working within live matchday environments.About the RoleThe Public Address Announcer / Audio Intern will support the matchday experience through in-stadium audio operations and public address (PA) announcing. This role is ideal for students interested in live event production, broadcasting, or sports communications, and offers direct involvement in delivering a professional matchday atmosphere.What You Will DoAssist with pre-match preparation of scripts, announcements, and sponsor readsOperate or support in-stadium audio systems during matchdaysDeliver or assist with PA announcements including lineups, substitutions, and key match momentsCoordinate with media, operations, and game-day staff to ensure accurate and timely messagingSupport music selection and audio cues to enhance the matchday environmentAssist with post-match wrap-up announcements and general audio operationsQualificationsInterest in live event production, broadcasting, or sports communicationsStrong interest and knowledge of soccer preferredConfident verbal communication and clear speaking abilityStrong attention to detail and ability to follow live scriptsAbility to work in a fast-paced, live event environmentAvailability for evening and weekend matchdaysInternship DetailsType: Credit-Based Internship (Unpaid). Eligible for academic credit through your college or university (student responsibility to coordinate approval).Duration: Approximately 3–4 months during the summer seasonLocation: Long Island, NYSchedule: Matchdays and occasional preparation sessionsJob Questions:If hired, how many weeks could you work during the summer? List any weeks that you could not attend for any reason.Have you worked in a soccer club environment before? If yes, please describe.J-18808-Ljbffr