Corporate Communications Intern (Summer 2026)

At DraftKings, AI is becoming an integral part of both our present and future, powering how work gets done today, guiding smarter decisions, and sparking bold ideas. It’s transforming how we enhance customer experiences, streamline operations, and unlock new possibilities. Our teams are energized by innovation and readily embrace emerging technology. We’re not waiting for the future to arrive. We’re shaping it, one bold step at a time. To those who see AI as a driver of progress, come build the future together.

The Crown Is Yours

As a Corporate Communications and Corporate Social Responsibility Intern, you’ll support the team responsible for shaping how we show up in the world. You’ll help bring our community initiatives, charitable partnerships, and public policy priorities to life through compelling storytelling and hands-on program support. Working across Corporate Communications, you’ll gain exposure to media strategy, employee engagement, and Corporate Social Responsibility programming while contributing to meaningful projects that reach customers, teammates, and external stakeholders.

What you’ll do as a Corporate Communications and Corporate Social Responsibility Intern

• Support the development of communications materials, including press releases, media pitches, briefing documents, award submissions, social media copy, communication plans, and speaking engagement proposals.

• Assist with Corporate Social Responsibility initiatives, including charitable campaign execution, customer-facing free-to-play pools, employee volunteer event planning, charitable partner research, onboarding support, and intranet updates.

• Create engaging written, social, and multimedia content that promotes community initiatives and public policy efforts to customers, media, and other key stakeholders.

• Conduct research and track industry trends, media coverage, legislative developments, and internal data to inform communications strategy and reporting.

• Provide administrative and operational support through media monitoring, agenda development, meeting coordination, research projects, and notetaking.

• Collaborate closely with members of the Communications Team to support team objectives and gain insight into cross-functional initiatives across the company.

What you’ll bring

• You are currently pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, Political Science, Nonprofit Management, Journalism, or a related field.

• Strong writing skills with the ability to draft clear, compelling, and audience-focused communications.

• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.

• A demonstrated interest in corporate philanthropy, event planning, communications, public relations, or the sports and entertainment industry.

• Previous experience in communications, public relations, event planning, or a related field through coursework, internships, or extracurricular involvement.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Google Drive.

• A collaborative, positive mindset and the ability to work effectively within a team environment.

• The ability to approach projects with urgency, energy, and accountability while performing well under pressure.

• Availability to commit to a full-time internship schedule of 40 hours per week.

Join Our Team

We’re a publicly traded (NASDAQ: DKNG) technology company headquartered in Boston. As a regulated gaming company, you may be required to obtain a gaming license issued by the appropriate state agency as a condition of employment. Don’t worry, we’ll guide you through the process if this is relevant to your role.

The US hourly rate for this full-time position is 16.00 USD - 20.00 USD, plus bonus, equity, and benefits as applicable. Our ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The compensation information displayed on each job posting reflects the range for new hire pay rates for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific pay range and how that was determined during the hiring process. It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.