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. Though we continue to grow, we are still a family business at heart-–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.
WHAT YOU NEED:
Soccer Shots student interns must love children and soccer. They should have reliable transportation, preferably early childhood education experience, and must be at least 18 years of age.
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:
- Business Administration
- Early Childhood Education & Development
- Business Development
- Coach Recruitment
- Human Resources
- Season Operations
- Scheduling of Programs
- Social Media / Marketing
RESPONSIBILITIES (can include but are not limited to):
Coaching
- Coaching Soccer Shots sessions will be 75% of your internship including travel to locations
- The intern will be REQUIRED to have their own personal vehicle
- Safety-conscious, whose #1 priority is the safety of children under their care.
- Caring, engaging with each child through specific and positive affirmation.
- Organized, who plan ahead and are systematic in routine, conducting each session according to the lesson plan and working with children to maintain appropriate order for the age group.
- Responsible, who are committed to doing what is expected of them as the coach and “face” of Soccer Shots.
- Energetic, bringing Soccer Shots to life by creating a fun and exciting atmosphere that leads a child to smile and participate.
Leadership/Management:
- Execute the overall scheduled Soccer Shots season
- Participate in interview/evaluation process
Sales/Marketing/Customer Service:
- Run Soccer Shots demonstrations
- Attend promotional events
Administrative/Support:
- Create, print, and distribute enrollment forms and promotional materials
- Prepare and keep a record of equipment sets and gear for instructors
- Prepare and distribute seasons prizes and certificates
Professional Development:
- Attend team meetings and all-staff meetings, as available
- Submit a final report to Soccer Shots on experience
INTERNSHIP STRUCTURE/COMPENSATION
The Soccer Shots internship will encompass a minimum of 120 hours over a 10 to 12-week consecutive period.
During the first weeks of the internship, the intern will be working closely with the Directors on preparing for the upcoming season — scheduling instructors, running demos, and promoting the season.
Once the season starts, the student intern’s focus will shift to executing the program by coaching and on-field support.