About the role#
This internship combines coaching, site supervision, and office operations. You will support the Volo Kids mission by helping run sports programs that provide kids with safe and active experiences. This is a part-time role that blends office-based administrative work with field-based coaching.
What you'll do#
- Support program recruitment through community outreach and grassroots marketing.
- Manage sports equipment inventory and ensure program supply needs are met weekly.
- Assist with seasonal staff training and use LeagueApps for data entry and reporting.
- Help with fundraising efforts, including securing in-kind donations and sponsorships.
- Serve as a direct contact for kids and families at league sites.
- Plan practice drills using provided curriculum and resources.
- Work alongside volunteers and coaching staff to lead field setup and cleanup.
- Incorporate social-emotional learning and weekly character goals into coaching.
- Engage with school and community organizations to build partnerships.
What you'll need#
- Ability to work on-site in NYC 2-4 days per week between January 11th and May 31st.
- Attendance at mandatory staff training sessions.
- Strong organizational and leadership skills.
- Ability to communicate clearly and solve problems as they arise.
- A team player mindset with a willingness to handle tasks of any size.
- Comfort working with large groups of people.
- Resilience and a willingness to learn from mistakes.
- One year of coaching or teaching experience with children ages 5-13 is preferred.
Location & details#
- Location: New York, New York.
- Term: Winter and Spring 2027.
- Compensation: Office hours are for experience or college credit. Coaching hours are paid at $22.50 per hour.
About Volo Sports
Volo Sports operates as an adult social sports network based in Baltimore, Maryland. Founded in 2014, the company organizes sports, fitness activities, and tournaments for individuals aged 21 and older. It maintains a staff of 51 to 200 employees and serves over 400,000 users. The company also supports the Volo Kids Foundation, which provides free athletic programs to children.
How to get in at Volo Sports
Applying to Volo Sports early gives you a significant advantage because recruiters review applications as they arrive. Intern Insider sends an instant alert the moment a role is published, so you can submit your materials before the applicant pool grows large. This helps you avoid the frustration of getting lost in a massive queue of late submissions. You can also use Intern Insider to identify the specific recruiters behind Volo Sports roles. Reaching out directly to these individuals to ask about the position or a referral often improves your response rate compared to cold applications. It is a more effective way to show your interest to the people who actually make the hiring decisions.
