Sports Business Operations Intern
SPORTS BUSINESS OPERATIONS INTERNSHIP
Job Summary
Soccer Stars is the leading youth soccer program for children ages 12 months to 13 years in Long Island and Eastern Queens. Our acclaimed program provides an energetic, enjoyable, and age-suitable introduction to the fantastic game of soccer by providing classes, camps, and clinics held in schools, community centers, and local parks. We take pride in our creative curriculum, which focuses not only on soccer skills but also on fostering social skills and character development, creating a positive and lasting impact on every child we coach.
We are seeking a motivated Business Operations Intern to join our team from March - May. This role offers an exciting opportunity for a current students and recent grads to gain hands-on experience in sports business operations and make a direct impact on a thriving youth sports organization.
As an intern, you will engage in market research, new business development, partnership management, marketing initiatives for our soccer classes across Long Island and Eastern Queens. This position provides valuable insights into the operations of a dynamic youth sports organization, ideal for individuals passionate about sports, business, and youth enrichment.
This is an unpaid internship; however, students may seek college credit by coordinating directly with their professors or academic advisors. The Soccer Stars office is conveniently located at the Cherry Valley Sports Complex in West Hempstead.
Hours of Employment
Minimum Requirement: 22 hours per week
Flexible scheduling to accommodate academic commitments but requires availability on Saturday or Sunday mornings between 8AM - 12PM
Responsibilities & Duties
- New Business Development
Support the development of partnerships and outreach programs to expand our business presence - Assist in creating strategies to target new customers and broaden program offerings
Partnership Management
- Assist in managing relationships with preexisting partners alongside the President and Partnerships Coordinator
- Coordinate with partners to ensure ongoing satisfaction and identify new collaboration opportunities
Marketing Initiatives
- Collaborate on marketing campaigns to promote classes and events
- Assist in managing social media accounts and creating engaging content
Market Research
- Identify trends and opportunities in the youth sports industry
- Conduct research on competitors to gather insights into their programs, pricing, and strategies
Miscellaneous Tasks
- Assist with administrative and operational tasks to support day-to-day business functions
Requirements
Requirements
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
● Strong interest in business, sports, youth development, and/or operations
● Self-starter with excellent research and analytical skills
● Strong interpersonal and communication skills for interacting with partners, team members, coaches, and site staff
● Detail-oriented with the ability to multitask and meet deadlines
● Team player who is willing to help wherever needed for the success of the business
● Proficient in Google Workspace
● Willingness to travel locally for site visits (must have own transportation)
● Access to a working laptop
● Reliable and punctual
● Soccer experience is a plus but not required
As published by workable
First name, Last name, Email, Phone, Address, Photo, Education, Experience, Summary, Resume, Cover letter, Are you 18 years of age or older?, Are you legally eligible for employment in the United States?, Do you have access to transportation to get you to and from different locations?, Able and willing to travel up to 45-minutes one-way to get to class locations, Are you willing to undergo a background check, in accordance with local law and regulations?, Please write a brief bio about yourself including your soccer (related experience/background and/or qualifications) and any early childhood experience, Please explain any prior experience working with children., Availability: Please select the days you are available, Please provide more details on the days and times you are available to work. For example, Monday, Wednesday Afternoons (2pm – 6 pm) and Weekend Mornings (8:30am – 2pm), How soon are you looking to start?, I declare the information I have provided herein is true to the best of my knowledge and is subject to verification, which may include a criminal background check and reference check, which I hereby authorize.