Job Description

NOW HIRING IMPACTFUL INTERNS- Soccer Shots
Soccer Shots® is the soccer experience for children, using an acclaimed non-competitive curriculum and great coaches. Join us in positively impacting the lives of children (ages 2-8). Through the beautiful game, we aim to develop character, motor skills, and teamwork.  WHAT YOU GET:

• Paid Internship where the work is actually fun
• Career opportunities
• Competitive pay: $18-20 per 30-40 minute session 
• Flexible hours throughout the day
• Set schedule for each season 
• Great company culture
• Leadership Training

WHO WE ARE:A national organization with opportunities across the country! We’re an engaging children’s soccer program with a focus on character development. We treat our employees like a team and the children we teach like our own. We train our coaches in leadership development, communication skills, early childhood education, and sports management. We are dedicated to providing high-quality, foundational soccer training that prepares children for a lifetime of soccer. Our goal is simple: to leave a lasting, positive impact on every child we serve.  ACADEMIC OBJECTIVES:The student intern will be required to handle and present him/herself in a professional manner, consistently arriving on time to assigned office hours, coaching sessions, and events. S/he will be expected to assist in the overall execution of a Soccer Shots season and participate in instructing Soccer Shots sessions, giving him/her experience in coaching youth and working with parents.  Assignments may be given based on your interests in the following areas:

• Social Media Marketing 
• Marketing & Communications
• Community Events
• Coach Recruitment
• Season Operations
• Soccer Programming

Key Responsibilities (can include but are not limited to):

• Content Creation: Assist in developing engaging content for social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram, etc.), email newsletters, and website updates. This may include writing short copy, designing graphics, and helping with photo/video projects.
• Social Media Management: Schedule and post content, monitor engagement, and research trending topics relevant to youth sports and family activities.
• Communications Support: Draft and edit internal and external communications, including parent newsletters, team messages, and outreach materials.
• Reporting & Analytics: Help track key marketing metrics and compile reports on campaign performance.
• Promotional Event Support: Assist with preparation for and execution of local promotional events, such as Free Fun Days and community activations.
• Administrative Support: Provide general administrative assistance to the marketing and communications team as needed.

Coaching

• Coaching Soccer Shots sessions will be a portion of your internship including travel to locations
• Safety-conscious, whose #1 priority is the safety of children under their care.
• Caring, engaging with each child through specific and positive affirmation.
• Energetic, bringing Soccer Shots to life by creating a fun and exciting atmosphere that leads a child to smile and participate.
  
  

Qualifications:

• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's degree program, preferably in Marketing, Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, or a related field.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Familiarity with social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram) and basic content creation tools.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
• A passion for working with children and an interest in youth sports is a plus.
• Proficiency in graphic design software (e.g., Canva, Adobe Creative Suite) is a bonus.
  
  

What We Offer:

• Hands-on experience in a real-world marketing and communications setting.
• Mentorship and guidance from experienced professionals.
• Opportunity to contribute to a mission-driven organization that positively impacts children.
• Flexible scheduling to accommodate academic commitments.
• Other benefits: academic credit, networking opportunities, stipends
   

OUR CORE VALUES:

• We care
• We own it
• We pursue excellence
• We are stronger together
• We are candid
• We grow

Compensation: $14.00 - $18.00 per hour