Hockey Communications Graduate Assistant

Comcast Spectacor is a leading sports and entertainment company with a diverse portfolio including the National Hockey League’s Philadelphia Flyers, the award-winning Xfinity Mobile Arena, and the worldclass esports franchise, T1 Entertainment & Sports. Headquartered in Philadelphia, Comcast Spectacor has more than 50 years of experience, with a proven track record of cultivating championship teams, managing worldclass venues, and promoting vibrant communities. Comcast Spectacor is part of Comcast Corporation, a global media and technology company that operates Comcast Cable, NBCUniversal, and Sky.

Job Summary

The Hockey Communications, Graduate Assistant supports the day-to-day operations of the Hockey Communications department by assisting with game-day media operations, statistical research, editorial projects, and organizational communications. This position provides hands-on experience in professional sports communications while working closely with the Hockey Communications staff to support media coverage of the Philadelphia Flyers throughout the NHL season. This is a part-time, seasonal position for the 2026-27 season that will run from Sept. 8, 2026 through July 2027.

Job Description

Core Responsibilities

Game Day Operations

• Attend all Philadelphia Flyers home games and assist with press box operations.
• Assist with press box setup, media seating assignments, distribution of line sheets and statistical reports, broadcast booth coordination, and food and beverage service.
• Assist with the preparation and distribution of season and single-game media credentials.
• Help maintain media parking lists and parking pass distribution.
• Compile and distribute postgame notes to the media following all Flyers games.

Communications & Editorial

• Monitor and distribute daily media clips throughout the organization.
• Prepare information sheets for team and league events for internal distribution.
• Assist in compiling media reports following major organizational events, including the NHL Trade Deadline and General Manager press conferences.
• Support the production and editing of the organization's annual Draft Guide.
• Assist with annual updates to the team's NHL-required Media Guide.
• Research player, team, and league statistics to support departmental projects.
• Fact-check, proofread, and edit communications materials for accuracy and consistency.
• Provide administrative and operational support to the Hockey Communications staff as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required

• Recently graduated from College or University in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Sports Management, or a related field.
• Strong written, editing, and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite as well as Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Acrobat, and Photoshop).
• Knowledge of hockey and the NHL, including familiarity with hockey statistics and NHL media operations.
• Availability to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and all Flyers home games.
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds.
• Drivers permit and access to a car or ability to use public transit to get between the Flyers Training Center Xfinity Mobile Arena.

Preferred

• Previous experience in sports communications, athletic communications, journalism, or media relations.
• Experience writing press releases, game notes, or editorial content.
• Familiarity with hockey statistics and NHL media operations.

Comcast is an equal opportunity workplace. We will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

Skills:

Relationship Building; Professional Etiquette; Accountability; Teamwork; Resilience; Communication

Salary:

Base Pay: $18.00

The application window is 30 days from the date job is posted, unless the number of applicants requires it to close sooner or later.

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Relevant Work Experience

0-2 Years