Phoenix Mercury Communications Intern

Headquarters

Phoenix, AZ

Job Summary

Player 15 Group includes several companies and many collaborative departments that support the Phoenix Suns, Phoenix Mercury, Valley Suns and PHX Arena.

Would you like to win championships and create sustained success? Player 15 Group is looking for individuals who are committed to pursuing excellence, win championships, create sustained success and desire to play a role in creating memorable experiences.

We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Phoenix Mercury Communications Intern to assist with the development and execution of public relations strategies and media relations for the Phoenix Mercury. This role will support business and basketball communications for the 2025 WNBA season.

What You Will Do

• Execute tasks pertaining to communications operations for Mercury home games, including media credentialing, check-in, and seating assignments, producing game stats, postgame notes and quotes, and other game day duties.
• Assist with production of game notes and maintain updated player and team records.
• Assist with developing PR materials, including press releases, media advisories, pitches and briefs.
• Assist with media monitoring and compiling coverage recap reports.
• Provide on-site support at events including practices, shootarounds, gameday media availabilities and press conferences as needed.
  
  

What We Need From Our Phoenix Mercury Communications Intern

• Ability to work a flexible schedule including game days and nights, holidays and weekends
• Excellent writing and proofreading skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Proficient in all Microsoft Office products and other related computer skills
• Knowledge of the WNBA and basketball stats, and ability to identify trends
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt changes while managing multiple tasks
• Self-driven individual who works well in a team environment
• Service-focused approach in interactions with media and others
  
  

Experience/ Education Requirements

• Currently enrolled in or recently graduated from a bachelor’s or master’s degree program in Communications or similar field
• Media Relations/PR experience preferred
• Previous experience working in sports preferred
  
  

What You Can Expect

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by the Phoenix Mercury Communications Intern to optimally perform the essential functions of this role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Ability to transit throughout the arena for long periods of time.

This position works mainly indoors, removed from extreme weather; exposure to weather is

S-Sedentary Work – Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally.

Must be able to carry on a conversation both on the phone and in-person.

Ability to Read, Write & Speak in English

Perks:

• Discounts at Fanatics Team Shop
• Tickets available for Phoenix Suns and Phoenix Mercury games

Visit our Culture page to learn more about our culture and work environment

Player 15 Group is committed to employing a diverse workforce. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or disability.

Please note this job description is not crafted to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

For questions about this career opportunity, please contact the People & Culture Recruiting team at [email protected]

Headquarters

Phoenix, AZ

Job Summary

Player 15 Group includes several companies and many collaborative departments that support the Phoenix Suns, Phoenix Mercury, Valley Suns and PHX Arena.

Would you like to win championships and create sustained success? Player 15 Group is looking for individuals who are committed to pursuing excellence, win championships, create sustained success and desire to play a role in creating memorable experiences.

We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Phoenix Mercury Communications Intern to assist with the development and execution of public relations strategies and media relations for the Phoenix Mercury. This role will support business and basketball communications for the 2025 WNBA season.

What You Will Do

• Execute tasks pertaining to communications operations for Mercury home games, including media credentialing, check-in, and seating assignments, producing game stats, postgame notes and quotes, and other game day duties.
• Assist with production of game notes and maintain updated player and team records.
• Assist with developing PR materials, including press releases, media advisories, pitches and briefs.
• Assist with media monitoring and compiling coverage recap reports.
• Provide on-site support at events including practices, shootarounds, gameday media availabilities and press conferences as needed.
  
  

What We Need From Our Phoenix Mercury Communications Intern

• Ability to work a flexible schedule including game days and nights, holidays and weekends
• Excellent writing and proofreading skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Proficient in all Microsoft Office products and other related computer skills
• Knowledge of the WNBA and basketball stats, and ability to identify trends
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt changes while managing multiple tasks
• Self-driven individual who works well in a team environment
• Service-focused approach in interactions with media and others
  
  

Experience/ Education Requirements

• Currently enrolled in or recently graduated from a bachelor’s or master’s degree program in Communications or similar field
• Media Relations/PR experience preferred
• Previous experience working in sports preferred
  
  

What You Can Expect

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by the Phoenix Mercury Communications Intern to optimally perform the essential functions of this role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Ability to transit throughout the arena for long periods of time.

This position works mainly indoors, removed from extreme weather; exposure to weather is

S-Sedentary Work – Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally.

Must be able to carry on a conversation both on the phone and in-person.

Ability to Read, Write & Speak in English

Perks:

• Discounts at Fanatics Team Shop
• Tickets available for Phoenix Suns and Phoenix Mercury games

Visit our Culture page to learn more about our culture and work environment

Player 15 Group is committed to employing a diverse workforce. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or disability.

Please note this job description is not crafted to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

For questions about this career opportunity, please contact the People & Culture Recruiting team at [email protected]