About the role#
The D.C. United Ticket Sales and Service team is looking for students to join us for the Winter 2027 season. This role focuses on the revenue-generating side of community-driven marketing. You will learn how to grow revenue through authentic community engagement, local outreach, and on-the-ground activations. You will also participate in the D.C. United Internship Cohort, working on interdepartmental projects while gaining professional experience.
What you'll do#
- Assist with planning and executing community-driven campaigns and local outreach initiatives to drive ticket sales.
- Support the identification and development of grassroots partnerships with local organizations and businesses.
- Coordinate logistics for street teams, branded events, and grassroots activations across the D.C. area.
- Provide administrative support, including managing department emails and coordinating internal meetings.
- Participate in matchday and fan experience support, including representing the club in a positive image.
- Attend all required onboarding and offboarding sessions.
- Lift and move items weighing up to 50 pounds.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment as an undergraduate or graduate student with the ability to receive academic credit.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office 365.
- Strong communication and organizational skills with a high attention to detail.
- A coachable, hardworking, and positive attitude.
- Ability to effectively interact with staff and clients.
- Ability to work matches on-site, as well as events both on and offsite, including evenings and weekends.
- Successful completion of a background check.
- Proficiency in Spanish is preferred but not required.
Location & details#
- This is a hybrid position based in Washington, DC.
- In-person work at the D.C. United offices at Audi Field is required on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays.
- The internship is unpaid and requires the ability to receive academic credit.
About D.C. United
D.C. United is a professional soccer club based in Washington, District of Columbia. It is a founding member of Major League Soccer and began operations in 1995. The organization operates out of Audi Field, a venue located near the U.S. Capitol. The club maintains a staff of 51 to 200 employees.
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