Undergraduate Intern Summer 2026 - USTA Foundation NYC

USTA National Headquarters • New York, NY

1d • $20 - $20 • Hybrid

About The Position

The USTA Foundation is the social impact arm of the USTA, dedicated to using tennis and education to positively transform the lives of youth. The Programs and Services team plays a crucial role in advancing this mission by supporting more than 250 Sports-Based Youth Development organizations nationwide. These organizations leverage the power of tennis to promote academic achievement, character development, and athletic growth. As an intern, you will gain meaningful hands-on experience by assisting in the coordination and enhancement of career and college readiness programs. You will contribute to designing new initiatives that engage young people in their postsecondary and career pathways. You will also research emerging trends in youth development and education, helping the team shape innovative initiatives that align with the Foundation’s mission.

Requirements

• Able to work effectively in a team-oriented, collaborative environment
• Strong problem-solver with a proactive approach to challenges
• Excellent time-management and organizational skills, with the ability to balance multiple priorities
• Open to feedback and eager to learn, with a growth mindset
• Strong interest in youth development, education, sports-based programs, or community engagement
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with an ability to collaborate with diverse stakeholders
• Skilled in research and capable of synthesizing information into actionable insights
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Google Workspace
• Passionate about social impact and making a difference in the lives of young people

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience with youth programs, education initiatives, or nonprofit work is a plus but not required

Responsibilities

• Assist with planning, coordinating, and executing career and college readiness programs
• Conduct research on industry trends and best practices in youth development, education, and career pathways
• Support the creation of materials, resources, and content for various programs and initiatives
• Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to strengthen program offerings
• Contribute ideas for new programs that engage young people in their college and career journeys
• Help manage communication and outreach efforts related to program updates

Benefits

• Weekly professional development workshops.
• Participation in a group project which will be presented to staff at the end of the program.
• Opportunity to have your resume reviewed by one of our recruiters.
• Ability to participate in company activities, including our 7 Business Resource Groups.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees