Youth Academy Intern

Hartford Athletic • Hartford, CT

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Hartford Athletic Youth Academy (HAYA) Intern will gain hands-on experience in youth sports administration, event management, customer service, and soccer operations. This internship provides an opportunity to work alongside the Academy staff to support camps, clinics, leagues, tournaments, and community programming while learning the day-to-day operations of a professional soccer organization's youth development department.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program or willing to volunteer for internship experience.
• Available throughout the fall and/or spring semester.
• Willing to work evenings and weekends based on Academy programming and events.
• Reliable transportation to Academy locations throughout the Hartford area.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 40 pounds and assist with event setup and breakdown.

Nice To Haves

• Passion for soccer, youth sports, and community engagement.
• General knowledge about Connecticut Youth Soccer + Leagues
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Positive attitude and willingness to work in a team environment.
• Comfortable interacting with children, parents, coaches, and staff.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); experience with Canva, Google Workspace, or social media platforms is a plus.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Detail-oriented with strong problem-solving skills.
• Students pursuing degrees in Sport Management, Business Administration, Communications, Marketing, Event Management, Recreation, Education, or related fields who are interested in building a career in the sports industry.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the planning, setup, and execution of Academy programs, including youth camps and clinics, recreational and competitive programming, community outreach events, and player appearances and promotional events.
• Support administrative operations by assisting with player registrations and program enrollment, managing attendance and participant check-in, preparing program materials, rosters, and waivers, responding to parent inquiries via email and phone, and maintaining accurate participant records.
• Provide event support by setting up and breaking down fields and equipment, assisting coaches during Academy programming, distributing uniforms, training apparel, and equipment, ensuring fields and activity areas are organized and safe, and supporting player and family check-in processes.
• Assist with marketing and communications by capturing photos and videos during Academy events, assisting with social media content creation, promoting upcoming programs and events, and supporting community engagement initiatives.
• Assist with equipment and inventory management by organizing Academy equipment and storage, preparing materials for practices and events, and tracking inventory and notifying staff of supply needs.
• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned by the Academy staff.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed