Sports Business Operations Intern

About the role#

This internship provides hands-on experience in sports business operations for a youth soccer program serving children ages 12 months to 13 years. You will gain insight into the day-to-day functions of a youth sports organization while supporting business development, partnership management, and marketing efforts. This role is unpaid, though students may coordinate with their academic advisors to receive college credit.

What you'll do#

• Support the development of partnerships and outreach programs to expand business presence.
• Assist the President and Partnerships Coordinator in managing relationships with existing partners.
• Collaborate on marketing campaigns to promote classes and events, including social media content creation.
• Conduct market research to identify industry trends, competitor strategies, and pricing.
• Assist with administrative and operational tasks to support daily business functions.

What you'll need#

• Strong interest in business, sports, youth development, or operations.
• Excellent research, analytical, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to multitask, meet deadlines, and work well within a team.
• Proficiency in Google Workspace.
• Access to a working laptop.
• Willingness to travel locally for site visits, requiring your own transportation.

Location & details#

• Location: West Hempstead, New York.
• Term: Summer 2026.
• Modality: On-site at the Cherry Valley Sports Complex.
• Commitment: Minimum of 22 hours per week, including availability on Saturday or Sunday mornings between 8:00 AM and 12:00 PM.