Associate, Communications

Mets Open · verified Sep 13, 2026

Citi Field – Queens, New York Full-time Junior Communications

Entry-level Communications role at Mets. Citi Field – Queens, New York · full-time.

Role brief

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What you'll do

Support player and media interactions, interviews, press conferences, and home-game press areas
Prepare game notes, publications, releases, reports, and media summaries
Collect Mets coverage from broadcast, digital, and social channels, then share clips internally
Manage credentials, parking coordination, inbox monitoring, and other department administration
Help secure coverage for community events, charitable programs, and offseason activities

What you bring

A bachelor’s degree in public relations, communications, journalism, sports administration, management, or a related area
Strong ability to write, edit, and proofread
Availability for nights and weekends according to the Mets schedule
Excellent organization, detail focus, interpersonal ability, and communication skills

Who this fits

You’ll suit a junior communications role centered on baseball media, game-day execution, writing, and operational support. You must be able to work nights and weekends as assigned, and the listing identifies the location only as the United States.

From the employer

Job Description:

Job Summary:

The Communications Associate position will provide support to the Communications Department of the New York Mets, specifically focused on baseball media. This role will assist in the day-to-day execution of media operations, including working with players, media, and internal stakeholders to ensure accurate, timely and high-quality communications.

This position will offer an opportunity to gain valuable experience in a variety of roles.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

Media Relations & Game-Day Operations

Support player and media interactions, including interviews and press conferences
Assist with setup and operation of press areas for home games
Distribute postgame notes and provide research support to media members
Assist with press conferences, including facilitating reporter access

Writing & Editorial

Contribute to the creation of daily game notes used by media
Assist with development of the annual Media Guide, including research, data entry, fact-checking, and proofreading
Support writing and editing for Mets Magazine (game day publication)
Assist with the Year in Review publication, including content updates and proofreading
Support drafting and editing press releases
Perform media analysis and draft reports and press summaries

Media Operations & Content Distribution

Compile and distribute daily media clips to internal stakeholders and media
Monitor broadcast and digital outlets to gather Mets-related video coverage and produce clip summaries
Assist with credentialing operations, including preparation and distribution of media credentials
Monitor social media to keep tabs on the latest trends and news
Support media parking logistics on game days

Cross-Functional & Event Support

Partner with the Community Engagement team to help secure media coverage for events
Assist with offseason media activities and organizational charitable events
Provide general operational and administrative support to the Communications department including monitoring the media relations inbox

Qualifications & Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in Public Relations, Communications, Journalism, Sports Administration/ Management, or a related field
Strong writing, editing, and proofreading skills
Availability to work nights and weekends, as assigned, based on the Mets schedule
Highly organized with strong attention to detail
Strong interpersonal and communication skills

The above information is intended to describe the general nature, type, and level of work to be performed. The information is not intended to be an exhaustive or complete list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required for this position. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. The individual selected may perform other related duties as assigned or requested.

The New York Mets value the unique qualities individuals with various backgrounds and experiences can offer the organization. Our continued success depends heavily on the quality of our workforce. The Organization is committed to providing employees with the opportunity to develop to their fullest potential.

Hourly Rate: $22.00

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