Social Media Intern - WWE
WWE® is the global leader in sports entertainment. The company creates and delivers original content 52 weeks a year to a global audience. WWE is committed to family-friendly entertainment on its television programming, Premium Live Events, digital media, and publishing platforms. WWE's TV-PG programming can be seen in more than 1 billion households worldwide in more than 20 languages through world-class distribution partners including Netflix, ESPN, NBCUniversal, USA Network and The CW. WWE is part of TKO Group Holdings (NYSE: TKO). Additional information on WWE can be found at wwe.com and corporate.wwe.com. TKO Group Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: TKO) is a premium sports and entertainment company. TKO owns iconic properties including UFC, the world’s premier mixed martial arts organization; WWE, the global leader in sports entertainment; and PBR, the world’s premier bull riding organization. Together, these properties reach 1 billion households across 210 countries and territories and organize more than 500 live events year-round, attracting more than three million fans. TKO also services and partners with major sports rights holders through IMG, an industry-leading global sports marketing agency; and On Location, a global leader in premium experiential hospitality.
Department
WWE’s social media team is a core group within WWE Media, overseeing all things related to digital content creation and social media strategy. The social media team is a 24/7, always-on extension of WWE’s weekly shows and Premium Live Events; it is the social media team’s responsibility to ensure that WWE’s storytelling doesn’t end when the broadcast concludes. In addition to promoting, supporting and expanding upon WWE’s TV products and Superstars, the social team operates as a newsroom by breaking company and storyline news. WWE’s social media team is on the cutting edge of digital trends, a leader in the social media space and a hub for content innovation.
Responsibilities
Ideate, pitch, and create content for WWE social media channels, including Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, X, Snapchat, Threads, and WhatsApp
Assist with live social media coverage for WWE weekly shows and Premium Live Events, as needed
Support social content organization initiatives by implementing metadata structures to track content and monitor performance
Write clear, grammatically accurate, and polished social copy with minimal edits required
Assist with day-to-day content execution and coordination to support broader social media initiatives
Qualifications
Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to multitask and perform under tight deadlines
Comfortable working a non-traditional schedule, including select nights and weekends
Strong editorial judgment with the ability to independently conceive and execute compelling content
Working knowledge of WWE programming, talent, and storylines preferred
Program Details
We offer internship opportunities across IMG, On Location, Professional Bull Riders (PBR), TKO Corporate, UFC, and WWE. Locations include New York City, Atlanta, Austin, Raleigh, Dallas, Fort Worth, Las Vegas, and Stamford, CT. All internships are in the office and in-person, unless otherwise noted.
In addition to hands-on experience and exposure to the global sports and entertainment industry, interns participate in events such as welcome/farewell sessions, a speaker series featuring company leaders, and career training workshops addressing everything from LinkedIn profile enhancement to resume building, interviewing skills, and networking.
Internships are 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday, or standard local working hours in the intern location.
Important Dates
By February 2nd: Internships are posted to our career sites.
February 28th: Applications will be accepted through this date.
March 1st to March 27th: Recruiters will contact candidates and begin the interview process.
March 30th to April 17th: Offers will be extended to selected candidates.
May 18th: Program start date.
The program will be 12 weeks in length, May 18th through August 7th.
Recruitment Process
Our process consists of four steps.
1. Tell us your story. In addition to your application and resume, please attach a word document and in 300 words max, share why you’re interested in the role. What are the unique perspectives, abilities, and qualities you would bring to the role? What do you hope to learn?
2. Video Interview with a Recruiter. If selected for the next round, you will be contacted by the recruiting team to schedule a 30-minute video interview.
3. Video Interview with the Hiring Manager. If selected to move forward, you will meet with the hiring manager and potentially 1-2 additional team members.
4. Offer or Decline. If selected for the position, a recruiter will call to extend an offer. If you have not been selected, a recruiter will reach out to let you know.
Eligibility
Our program is designed for rising juniors, rising seniors, and those within six months of graduation from an undergraduate university, unless otherwise noted.
Candidates must indicate if they now or in the future require Endeavor to commence (“sponsor”) an immigration case in order to employ them (for example, H-1B or other employment-based immigration case).
Pay
We offer paid internships; rates vary based on location. Pay rates typically align with local required minimums and vary by country.