About the role#
This is a paid internship for the Fall 2026 term. You will split your time between coaching on the field and working in the office. This role offers a hands-on look at how a youth sports franchise operates. You will help with marketing, business operations, and community events while leading soccer sessions for children.
What you'll do#
- Lead soccer sessions that are fun and engaging for children aged 18 months to 8 years.
- Assist with daily business operations and marketing initiatives.
- Support community events.
- Work at least 30 hours per week, including weekends.
What you'll need#
- You must be at least 18 years old.
- A desire to positively influence children through sports and fitness.
- Experience working with children is preferred.
- A valid driver's license and access to an insured personal vehicle.
- Ability to pass a background check.
- Reliable transportation to commute to the office and various coaching sites.
- Current enrollment in a degree program such as Business Administration, Marketing, Operations Management, or Communications.
Location & details#
- This position is based in Arlington, Virginia.
- The work follows a hybrid format, involving both on-field coaching and office-based tasks.
- The internship runs from August 17 to December 4, 2026.
About Soccer Shots Franchising
Soccer Shots Franchising operates an international program focused on soccer and character development for children aged two to eight. The curriculum relies on childhood education specialists and licensed coaches to deliver instruction. The organization supports 120 franchises across 43 states and two Canadian provinces. It is based in Middletown, Pennsylvania, and maintains a staff of 51 to 200 employees.
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