Dobber Sports Network – Internships and Featured Writing

Interested in expanding your sports writing portfolio? Look no further. The Dobber Sports Network welcomes up-and-comers who are passionate about their work and driven to succeed. Get your foot in the door and join the extended editorial staff today.

Dobber Sports is looking to expand its editorial staff with positions open for the postings below. Please note that these are all entry level positions designed to bring experience and exposure, as well as fulfill a sports' fanatic's dream of having his/her opinions out there for all to see. Not all positions lead to paid work, but the best of the best certainly use this experience and the exposure to thousands of readers to take another step forward in their career:

February 17, 2013 – DobberProspects Writer/Scout Intern

Responsibilities:

Applicants chosen for DobberProspects will be responsible to conduct research for scouting reports and produce player profiles. Other duties may be assigned from time to time such as following up on player progress.

Qualifications:

• Experience (past or current) in sports journalism. Preferred, not needed.
• Postsecondary education in the field of journalism/media is preferred, not needed. 

Required Skills: 

• Strong knowledge of prospects, and junior leagues in general.
• Creative and proficient writing/editing abilities.
• Ability to submit a consistent quantity of quality work. 
• Previous experience a plus, but not mandatory. 
• Willingness to stay on top of the latest prospect developments, especially during the NHL entry draft.

Applying: 

Please apply by email. Quote "Prospect Profiles" in your subject line to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it and include your resume, scouting experience and fantasy hockey background.

February 19, 2013 – DobberFootball, Featured Writer

Responsibilities:

Applicant chosen for DobberFootball will be responsible for writing and submitting weekly articles with a focus on baseball.

Qualifications:

• Experience (past or current) in sports journalism. Preferred, not needed.
• Postsecondary education in the field of journalism/media is preferred, not needed. 

Required Skills: 

• Strong knowledge of NFL, and football in general.
• Creative and proficient writing/editing abilities.
• Ability to submit a consistent quantity of quality work. 
• Previous experience a plus, but not mandatory. 
• Willingness to stay on top of the latest football news.

Applying: 

Please apply by email. Quote "DobberFootball - Featured Writer" in your subject line to  This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it  and include your resume, writing experience and football background.