The National Sports Journalism Center believes strongly in providing its students with internship opportunities that will help them grow skills and develop valuable relationships with professionals.
Therefore, the center already has commitments from some of the nation’s top sports news organizations to take interns from our program. And, the list of internships is growing.
Some students who have benefitted from these connections include:
MATT DOLLINGER, intern for the Indianapolis Colts 2009-10; hired by Sports Illustrated after graduation.
"My experience with the Indianapolis Colts was a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. I covered the team from training camp in Terre Haute, Ind., all the way to Super Bowl XLI in Miami, writing game stories, features, news and more. I learned what it was like to cover an NFL team and also how to effectively contribute to a first-class sports organization."
ZINA KUMOK, intern for the Associated Press in 2010
"Working for any wire service, but especially the AP, taught me the importance of personal responsibility. Editors don't have time to read your story five times, so it's up to you to make sure it's correct and well-written the first time you hand it in. Professionalism is key – whether it's dressing appropriately or asking the right questions during a press conference. Even though I was an intern, I was never treated like one."
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BEN HEISLER, Gateway Grizzlies intern in 2010
"Broadcasting baseball for the Gateway Grizzlies of the Frontier League was a critical step in the right direction of working to achieve my goals as a sportscaster and on-air personality. Located just outside St. Louis, Mo., the Grizzlies allowed an opportunity to practice and improve on my sportscasting fundamentals and personal delivery, yet still gain valuable on-air experience in a major baseball market. The NSJC experience was quite valuable because it provided me opportunities to contribute and participate in the constantly growing digital media age of sports. I went into my job excited for the challenge, but most importantly felt prepared and ready thanks in large part to the NSJC."
EMILY DIEKELMANN, Indiana Pacers and Indianapolis Indians Intern in 2010
"My time with Pacers Sports and Entertainment was very enriching and educational. By being in the office directly, I saw the day-to-day operations as well as some of the behind the scenes activities. What I learned there will be very beneficial to me in the future with whatever career path I take.
"Out of the three internships I have had, the Indians was by far my favorite. I loved the atmosphere that I was in and the work environment was wonderful. I looked forward to going to the games and was able to make new friends and contacts that will hopefully last me a long time."
Students in the IU sports journalism program will be able to compete for internships with:
Learn more:
Therefore, the center already has commitments from some of the nation’s top sports news organizations to take interns from our program. And, the list of internships is growing.
Some students who have benefitted from these connections include:
MATT DOLLINGER, intern for the Indianapolis Colts 2009-10; hired by Sports Illustrated after graduation."My experience with the Indianapolis Colts was a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. I covered the team from training camp in Terre Haute, Ind., all the way to Super Bowl XLI in Miami, writing game stories, features, news and more. I learned what it was like to cover an NFL team and also how to effectively contribute to a first-class sports organization."
ZINA KUMOK, intern for the Associated Press in 2010"Working for any wire service, but especially the AP, taught me the importance of personal responsibility. Editors don't have time to read your story five times, so it's up to you to make sure it's correct and well-written the first time you hand it in. Professionalism is key – whether it's dressing appropriately or asking the right questions during a press conference. Even though I was an intern, I was never treated like one."
BEN HEISLER, Gateway Grizzlies intern in 2010"Broadcasting baseball for the Gateway Grizzlies of the Frontier League was a critical step in the right direction of working to achieve my goals as a sportscaster and on-air personality. Located just outside St. Louis, Mo., the Grizzlies allowed an opportunity to practice and improve on my sportscasting fundamentals and personal delivery, yet still gain valuable on-air experience in a major baseball market. The NSJC experience was quite valuable because it provided me opportunities to contribute and participate in the constantly growing digital media age of sports. I went into my job excited for the challenge, but most importantly felt prepared and ready thanks in large part to the NSJC."
EMILY DIEKELMANN, Indiana Pacers and Indianapolis Indians Intern in 2010
"My time with Pacers Sports and Entertainment was very enriching and educational. By being in the office directly, I saw the day-to-day operations as well as some of the behind the scenes activities. What I learned there will be very beneficial to me in the future with whatever career path I take.
"Out of the three internships I have had, the Indians was by far my favorite. I loved the atmosphere that I was in and the work environment was wonderful. I looked forward to going to the games and was able to make new friends and contacts that will hopefully last me a long time."
Students in the IU sports journalism program will be able to compete for internships with:
- ESPN
- The Associated Press in New York
- Los Angeles Times
- Chicago Tribune
- MLB.com
- Big Ten Network
- NCAA National Headquarters
- Indianapolis Star (correspondents)
- ESPN Radio/Indianapolis
- Indianapolis Indians
- Indiana Fever
Learn more:
- Contact us for more information about courses and programs, or schedule a visit:
- NSJC Director Tim Franklin
Indiana University
School of Journalism
535 W. Michigan Street
Indianapolis, IN 46202
IUPUI phone: (317) 278-5335
IU Bloomington phone: (812) 855-2949
- NSJC Director Tim Franklin
