Internship Program Overview:

The San Francisco 49ers offer full-time, paid internships for individuals interested in gaining hands-on experience in professional sports while exploring careers within the National Football League. Our program is designed to allows participants to contribute directly to the organization’s success while applying the knowledge learned in the classroom.

Interns are embedded within a specific department while also having opportunities to explore the broader organization through group networking events, training sessions, and one-on-one meetings with leaders across the club. Each intern is supported by a mentor and team and contributes to a project that builds skills and professional confidence.

At the 49ers, we value collaboration, adaptability, integrity, and strong communication. We’re committed to creating a supportive environment where interns can learn, share ideas, and grow. Our goal is to deliver a positive, impactful experience that inspires “fans for life” and prepares interns for future success in sports and beyond.

General Internship details and expectations:

• Our interns are paid $19.00 per hour and are expected to work 30-40 hours or more per week during the internship period. 
• Interns are expected to commit to the full term of the internship and be mostly onsite (no remote internships are available), which runs from mid-July through the end of February. 
• Interns are expected to work flexible hours that include nights, holidays, and weekends. 
• Interns to provide their own housing and transportation

Important dates: 

• Monday, January 5, 2026 - Applications close 
• Monday, July 6, 2026 - First day of the internship program
• Friday, February 26, 2027 - Last day of the internship program

Who We Are Looking For:
The San Francisco 49ers are seeking a creative, highly organized Podcast Production Intern to support the production of our in-house podcast network — including shows with both audio and video components. This role blends audio production, video production, studio operations, editing, and digital storytelling, making it ideal for someone passionate about sports media and creative video content creation.

This role will also support short-form content creation for both domestic and international audiences, including content tailored to Spanish-speaking and Arabic-speaking fanbases. The candidate does not need to speak these languages but should be open to learning about cultural context, content preferences, and platform nuances within international markets.

Working under the direction of the 49ers Studios team, you’ll collaborate with producers, editors, social team, and other marketing staff. You should be adaptable, eager to learn, and committed to developing your craft inside a fast-paced creative environment.

The ideal candidate lives and breathes sports - especially football. You’re energized by the intersection of sports culture, podcasting, design, and innovative digital storytelling. You’re excited to help capture the emotion, intensity, and personality of the 49ers and translate it into content that resonates with the Faithful.

What You Will Experience:

As a Podcast Production Intern, you will gain hands-on exposure to every stage of podcast creation, from multi-camera video production and professional audio recording to editing full-length episodes and preparing content for distribution across Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, and 49ers.com. You will support our podcast hosts, on-air talent, and team reporter by helping prepare studio spaces, managing equipment needs, and ensuring each recording session runs smoothly and professionally. You’ll also work closely with producers and editors to craft polished long-form episodes and create short-form vertical clips that highlight key moments from each show.

In addition to your work on the podcast network, you will contribute to short-form content tailored for both domestic fans and international audiences, including those in Spanish and Arabic-speaking markets, as well as other markets as needed. 

Throughout your internship, you will be immersed in the fast-paced, collaborative environment of the 49ers Content & Creative team, gaining practical experience in storytelling, production workflows, multi-platform publishing, and global content strategy — all while helping elevate the voice and personality of our audio and video programming.

You’ll be joining a championship-standard environment that values innovation, collaboration, preparation, and excellence - on and off the field. An interest in football and the NFL is strongly preferred.

Role Breakdown:

55% - Podcast Production (Audio + Video)

Support the full production cycle of 49ers podcasts, including planning, recording, and editing both audio and video episodes. Assist with multi-camera studio setups, audio equipment, lighting, and on-set operations to ensure professional-quality recordings. Prepare final deliverables for YouTube, podcast platforms, and internal use. Prepares short form clips from these shows for social media. 

30% -  Domestic & International Creative Video Production

Create short-form video content that supports the 49ers’ global brand strategy, with a focus on producing platform-specific edits for international audiences, including Spanish-speaking and Arabic-speaking markets. Assist in tailoring content to fit cultural expectations, visual preferences, tone, pacing, and platform norms within each region. Collaborate with international marketing and social teams to develop engaging, creative pieces that expand the 49ers’ presence worldwide.

15% - Innovation, Research & Content Insights

Stay up to date on trends in podcasting, sports media, and global digital consumption to help evolve our creative approach. Assist in reviewing analytics to inform future content decisions. Bring fresh ideas that enhance engagement and storytelling across platforms.

Responsibilities & Duties:

• Assist with podcast pre-production, including research, notes, run-of-show documents, and talent prep
• Set up and operate studio equipment: cameras, microphones, audio boards, lighting, switchers, and software
• Supports audio and video recording during podcasts with attention to detail, levels, and technical accuracy
• Edit full episodes using Adobe Premiere Pro, Audition, or DaVinci Resolve
• Produce short-form social cutdowns from podcast recordings
• Support the posting workflow: episode exports, metadata, thumbnails, scheduling, and quality control
• Helps maintain clean and organized studio environments, equipment rooms, and production spaces
• Assist with media management, footage logging, archiving, and maintaining content libraries
• Collaborate with producers, editors, motion designers, social producers, and the international marketing team
• Perform additional duties as assigned in support of the 49ers Studios and marketing teams

Key Projects:

• Support production and editing of multiple 49ers in-house podcasts, including The Saloon, You’ve Got Mail, Inside the Oval, etc.
• Create recurring social-first clips and highlight moments from podcast recordings
• Help develop international short-form content for Spanish- and Arabic-speaking audiences

Abilities & Skills:

• Strong passion in podcasting, audio/video storytelling, and sports media
• Passion for creative video production and awareness of trends in sports media and digital storytelling
• Dependability, accountability, punctuality, and a solutions-oriented mindset
• Strong problem-solving ability with adaptability in fast-paced, high-pressure environments
• Team-first collaborator with strong communication skills and a willingness to learn
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills with the ability to balance multiple projects and meet deadlines
• Ability to build positive working relationships across teams and interact professionally with players, staff, partners, and fans
• Passion for the NFL and football culture
• Willingness to work nights, weekends, holidays, and non-traditional hours as required

Education and Experience:

• Relevant work experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Strong understanding of post-production, field/studio/location-production, non linear editing knowledge a must
• Working knowledge of professional camera systems (Sony Alpha/FX, Canon, Arri, Fuji)
• Working knowledge of basic lighting and audio equipment
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud (Premiere, Audition, After Effects, Photoshop), DaVinci Resolve, or Final Cut Pro

Applicants must provide a reel or portfolio of relevant work as part of their application.

Final-round candidates will be asked to complete a practical editing exercise as part of the interview process.

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions.

The employee will spend about 50% of their job in a typical office environment and the other 50% on-location for video shoots.

The employee is frequently required to sit, use hands or fingers, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls and reach with hands and arms. The employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is often required to stand, walk, run, and lift and/or move up to 40 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus.This position requires the ability to work extended hours and/or weekends.

Travel:

25% of local travel time expected for this position.

This role does not typically travel with the team to road games/events but may include travel pending availability.