NHL Student Intern, Fall 2026 (Remote)

The Athletic is accepting applications for its Leon H. Carter newsroom internship for the fall of 2026. The NHL intern will play a key role in the hockey department, writing and reporting on stories across the league’s 32 teams.

Requirements

• Undergraduate students who are ideally in their junior year, senior year, or a recent graduate.
• Ability to work a 30–40 hour work week, including nights and weekends.
• A journalism background and an understanding of how newsrooms operate.
• The ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Flexibility: ability to adapt to a fast-paced work environment where needs and priorities can change quickly.
• Deep knowledge of and passion for hockey.

Benefits

• Medical, dental and vision benefits
• Flexible Spending Accounts (F.S.A.s)
• Company-matching 401(k) plan
• Paid vacation
• Paid sick days
• Paid parental leave
• Tuition reimbursement
• Professional development programs