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Limited Media Credentials Available. Priority consideration will be given to established media outlets, experienced sports media professionals, and creators with a strong record of professional event coverage.

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Join the team

The HRE is seeking creative, motivated individuals to join our team as Digital & Social Media, Marketing & Communications, and Photography & Videography Interns in support of the planning and execution of a premier track & field event.

This is more than an internship — it is an opportunity to build your portfolio, expand your professional network, and play a meaningful role in a growing, high-energy event that brings together athletes, coaches, families, and the community on a dynamic and nationally emerging stage.

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Why Join the HRE Team

Joining the HBCU Relays Experience (HRE) means becoming part of a purpose-driven team dedicated to creating a premier track & field event where community, culture, and competition come together to create champions.

As a member of the HRE team, you will gain hands-on, real-world experience in event planning, marketing, media, and operations while contributing to an impactful initiative that supports student-athletes and scholarship opportunities.

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Digital & Social Media Intern (Content + Community)

Help grow HRE's online presence by creating and publishing content that builds excitement, drives attendance, and celebrates student-athletes.

What you'll do

  • Draft posts, captions, and short-form video ideas
  • Schedule content and support campaign rollouts
  • Engage with followers, respond to messages, and monitor comments
  • Support email/newsletter content and basic website updates (as needed)
  • Track simple performance metrics and share insights

Good fit if you

  • Write clearly and can match a brand voice
  • Know your way around IG/TikTok/Facebook/X
  • Have experience with Canva, CapCut, or similar tools (preferred)
  • Are reliable with deadlines and comfortable working async

Why it matters: You'll help amplify HRE's mission and showcase a culture-centered, scholarship-supporting track & field experience.

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Marketing & Comms Intern (Messaging + Outreach)

Support the marketing and communications efforts that connect HRE with athletes, schools, sponsors, and the local community.

What you’ll do

  • Write and edit promotional copy (email, web, flyers, sponsor materials)
  • Assist with press, community outreach, and partner communications
  • Help coordinate campaign timelines, deliverables, and content needs
  • Support sponsor activation materials and event-day messaging
  • Contribute to light research (audiences, comparable events, content ideas)

Good fit if you

  • Are a strong communicator who enjoys writing
  • Can stay organized across multiple moving parts
  • Are professional, responsive, and comfortable following brand guidelines
  • Have interest in sports, community events, or nonprofit work (preferred)

Why it matters: Your work helps bring more attention, attendance, and opportunity to student-athletes through HRE.

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Photo/Videography Intern (Capture + Edit)

Capture the energy of HRE through photo and video content that highlights competition, community, and culture—before, during, and after event weekend.

What you’ll do

  • Photograph and/or film key moments, athletes, fans, and behind-the-scenes
  • Create short highlight edits for social (vertical-first)
  • Organize and deliver assets quickly for real-time posting
  • Collaborate with the digital team on shot lists and content needs
  • Help produce a recap package after the event

Good fit if you

  • Have a strong eye for composition and storytelling
  • Can work in fast-paced environments and adapt on the fly
  • Have editing experience (Premiere, Final Cut, DaVinci, CapCut, etc.)
  • Have access to camera gear (preferred, not required depending on role)

Why it matters: Your content helps tell the HRE story, attract future participants and sponsors, and preserve standout moments.

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Where Community & Culture
Unite to CreateChampions

The Ultimate Track & Field Showdown Returns to Miramar, Florida Join us at the Ansin Sports Complex for two action-packed days of competition as top high school and collegiate athletes from across the region compete, showcasing their speed, strength, and determination.

Ansin Sports Complex · April 10-11, 2026

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  • Rooted in Community
  • Spirit of Excellence
  • Elite Competition
  • Creating Champions
  • Beyond the Track

About the HRE

Our story

The HRE was created to bring athletes and communities together in a competitive, culturally rich environment while removing barriers that limit access to high-level track & field opportunities. Recognizing challenges such as limited exposure and financial constraints, HRE levels the playing field, giving student-athletes the opportunity to compete, gain visibility, and advance in their athletic journeys.

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Our mission

The HRE exists to expand athletic and academic opportunities for student-athletes by providing a premier track & field platform that increases exposure and creates pathways to success on and off the track.

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Three C's

Community + Culture = Champions The guiding philosophy of the HRE. By uniting athletes, coaches, fans, and partners in an environment rooted in excellence and purpose, we create opportunities and champions on and off the track.

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Why attend?

Watch high school and collegiate athletes compete at a high level

Experience a fun, family-friendly, culture-centered meet

Support student-athletes on their journey toward higher education

Be part of a weekend that unites fans, programs, and communities

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Event Highlights

Where competition, culture, and community converged, creating unforgettable moments and setting the stage for what's next.

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Elite Competition

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State-of-the-Art Facility

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Culturally Inclusive Atmosphere

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Family-Friendly Fan Experience

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Food trucks, vendors and more…

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Premier Stage for Athletes

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2025 Highlights

The 2025 High School Preview marked a powerful first chapter of the HBCU Relays Experience (HRE), featuring standout performances, competitive results, and an exciting, family-friendly atmosphere. From thrilling races to supportive fans and vibrant cultural moments, the event truly captured the spirit of HRE.

More than just a meet, the 2025 Preview set the stage for growth, establishing a strong foundation for a bigger, more exciting experience in 2026 as we expand to welcome both high school and collegiate athletes on one premier stage. Below is a curated glimpse into the 2025 High School Preview, capturing the energy, competition, and unforgettable moments that defined the HRE experience.

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Eligibility

  • High School: Verified teams and qualifying unattached athletes
  • Collegiate: Open to programs across all conferences and divisions (NCAA, MEAC, SWAC, NAIA, CIAA and more)

Registration

Team registration is facilitated through DirectAthletics. Please select the appropriate High School or Collegiate registration link below. Additional meet information and packet pick-up details will be provided to all registered teams as the event approaches.

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Put your business in the action

As a 2026 HRE sponsor, your brand gains direct visibility with driven student-athletes, families, and alumni while aligning with a mission that advances opportunity and excellence. Your support fuels scholarships, strengthens community impact, and creates meaningful engagement with a powerful and growing audience. Click here to see last year's sponsors

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