Digital Content and Social Media Intern

Location:

Sports Centre and off-campus facilities, Trinity College Dublin, the University of Dublin, College Green, Dublin 2, Ireland

Salary:

€15.40 per hour (paid monthly) will be provided as part of the internship. Travel fees and other expenses will be covered as appropriate.

Internship period:

Six months

Hours:

The weekly working hours are from Monday to Friday 9am – 5pm including a 1-hour lunch break. On occasion, weekend and hours outside of these times may be requested, in which case the hours of work for that week can be rearranged accordingly.

Closing date:

Tuesday, 4 August 2026

Opportunity summary

Trinity College Dublin invites applications for a paid Digital Content and Social Media Internship within Trinity Sport. This educational internship offers hands on experience in digital media, video production, content creation and social media management.

Working as part of the Trinity Sport Communications team, the successful candidate will create engaging digital content that showcases student sport, fitness, events and the wider Trinity Sport community. The role will involve planning, producing and publishing content across Trinity Sport's digital platforms while supporting communications campaigns and marketing initiatives throughout the academic year.

The internship is for a fixed period of six months, with a review after three months based on progress and performance. Recent graduates and current students are encouraged to apply. This internship is designed to provide practical experience in digital media, communications and content production within one of Ireland's leading university sports programmes.

Principal duties

• Shoot and edit high-quality video content, producing engaging, narrative driven short form content to promote Trinity Sport.
• Collaborate with staff across Trinity Sport to develop creative content for campaigns, events, sports clubs, fitness programmes and student initiatives.
• Plan, create and publish content across Trinity Sport's social media channels, ensuring content is timely, engaging and aligned with the organisation's communications strategy.
• Assist with the day-to-day management of Trinity Sport's social media platforms, including scheduling content, writing captions and engaging with online audiences where appropriate.
• Generate creative content for multiple digital platforms, including social media and the Trinity Sport website.
• Monitor content performance and contribute ideas to increase engagement, audience growth and reach across digital platforms.
• Research emerging social media trends, content formats and platform features to help keep Trinity Sport's digital content fresh and engaging.
• Assist with photography and video coverage at sporting events, competitions and key university activities.
• Support other communications, marketing and media activities as required.

The candidate

The successful candidate will ideally demonstrate:

• A recent graduate, or current student, in Digital Media, Media Production, Marketing, Communications or a related discipline.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a high standard of written English.
• Strong understanding and practical experience operating DSLR or mirrorless cameras, audio equipment and portable lighting.
• Experience planning, filming and editing content independently to meet a creative brief.
• Experience using Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro and Adobe Creative Suite, particularly Illustrator and Photoshop. Experience with After Effects would be an advantage.
• Experience creating and publishing content across social media platforms including Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn, YouTube and Facebook, with an understanding of current trends and platform best practice.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to work to deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• A creative mindset with a willingness to generate new ideas and contribute to campaigns.
• An interest in sport and student engagement is desirable.

Learning outcomes

By the end of the internship, the successful candidate will have developed:

• Practical experience supporting the delivery of a strategic communications and digital marketing programme.
• Insight into communications, marketing and media operations within a leading university sports department.
• Enhanced video production, photography and digital storytelling skills.
• Experience planning, managing and publishing content across organisational social media channels.
• Experience analysing social media performance and using insights to inform future content.
• Enhanced creative thinking and content planning skills aligned to organisational objectives.
• Improved organisational, project management and teamwork skills.
• Increased confidence working to deadlines within a professional communications environment.

Application process:

To apply, candidates should submit the following to neelyg@tcd.ie no later than 5.00pm on Tuesday, 4 August 2026:

• Curriculum Vitae.
• A cover letter (maximum one A4 page) outlining why you are suitable for the role.
• Links to three examples of your work. At least two examples should demonstrate video content created for social media (Reels, TikTok, Shorts or similar). A portfolio, website or social media account showcasing your work is welcome.

Notes:

Candidates who do not address the application requirements within their cover letter will not be considered.

Candidates should be available for interview during the week commencing 10 August 2026.

The successful candidate should ideally be available to commence the internship as soon as possible following the selection process.

About Trinity Sport

Trinity Sport encompasses the people, programmes, facilities, clubs and services that support sport and physical activity at Trinity College Dublin, the University of Dublin.

With 49 sports clubs, a thriving fitness and physical activity sport programme, high-performance athlete support and a year-round calendar of events, Trinity Sport is one of Ireland's leading university sports programmes. More than 70% of Trinity students engage with Trinity Sport each year, alongside staff, alumni and members of the wider community.

The department is home to outstanding sporting facilities, a collaborative staff team, and a vibrant sporting community. Our Communications team plays a key role in showcasing student achievements, promoting participation, supporting major events and telling the stories that bring Trinity Sport to life across digital and traditional media.

To learn more about Trinity Sport, visit www.tcd.ie/sport.

<p<> About Trinity College Dublin</p<>

Founded in 1592, Trinity College Dublin is Ireland's leading university and is recognised internationally for excellence in research, education and innovation. The University offers undergraduate and postgraduate programmes across 24 schools within three faculties: Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences; Engineering, Mathematics and Science; and Health Sciences.

Further information is available at www.tcd.ie.

Pay: €15.40 per hour