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As of Aug 8, 2026, the average yearly pay for internship assistant athletic director in the United States is $62,246.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $40,500.00 and $77,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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To thrive as an Internship Assistant Athletic Director, you need a background in sports management or related fields, strong organizational skills, and knowledge of NCAA regulations. Familiarity with athletic management software, event scheduling tools, and compliance systems is typically required. Outstanding communication, leadership, and problem-solving abilities help you coordinate with coaches, athletes, and staff effectively. These skills ensure smooth athletic operations, regulatory compliance, and a positive environment for student-athletes and teams.

What are the typical responsibilities and learning opportunities for an internship assistant athletic director?

As an Internship Assistant Athletic Director, you'll typically assist with event planning, coordinate logistics for athletic programs, and support compliance with league and NCAA regulations. You'll often work closely with coaches, athletes, and administrative staff, gaining hands-on experience in sports management and operations. This role offers a unique chance to develop leadership, organizational, and communication skills, while also learning about budgeting, scheduling, and marketing athletic events. The collaborative environment provides valuable networking opportunities and prepares you for advanced roles in athletic administration.

What is an internship assistant athletic director?

An Internship Assistant Athletic Director is a temporary, entry-level position within a school's athletic department, typically held by a student or recent graduate. They support the Athletic Director and other administrative staff by assisting with event planning, compliance, marketing, and daily operations of athletic programs. This role provides hands-on experience in sports administration, helping interns develop essential skills and gain insight into managing collegiate or high school athletics. Duties may vary depending on the institution, but the position is designed to prepare interns for future careers in sports management.
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Assistant Athletic Director Student Athlete Development

William and Mary

Remote

Full-time

Posted 12 days ago


Job description

Job Requisition:
JR101956 Assistant Athletic Director Student Athlete Development (Open)
Job Posting Title:
Assistant Athletic Director Student Athlete Development
Department:
CC00321 WM001 | ATHL | Central Administration
Job Family:
Staff - Academic Advising
Worker Sub-Type:
Regular (benefited)
Job Requisition Primary Location:
Kaplan Arena
Primary Job Posting Location:
Posting Location - William & Mary
Job Description Summary:
The Department of Intercollegiate Athletics at William & Mary is dedicated to the pursuit of excellence in all its endeavors. We are committed to an outstanding intercollegiate athletics program by:
• Forging an environment that demands success with integrity;
• Winning championships;
• Empowering leaders;
• Building a championship culture;
• Elevating the prestige of the University;
• Instilling pride and respect;
• Remaining true to our Core Values of Accountability, Belonging, Creativity, Integrity, and Service.
The Assistant Athletic Director for Student-Athlete Development will be responsible for the development, implementation, and evaluation of programs and services related to enhancing the student-athlete experience by engaging with campus partners/department leaders to create a curriculum for holistic personal growth, leadership, community engagement, and career preparation. The Athletic Director will regularly interact with a variety of constituents including current/prospective student-athletes, families, coaches, department and university staff, faculty, and external support entities .
Job Description:
Required Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education, experience, and training.
  • Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills, and demonstrated success with public speaking.
  • Transferrable leadership skills for successfully leading and guiding student-athletes.
  • Demonstrated attention to detail.
  • Proven ability to work with a diverse population and a wide range of constituencies.
  • Experience (typically 3-8 years) directly related to the position either working with student-athletes specifically, or in a comparable position in the field of student affairs, higher education, counseling, or similar.

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Master's degree in student affairs, higher education, counseling, or a closely related field.
  • Experience working with student-athletes, specifically in college athletics.

Conditions of Employment:
  • This position may require additional hours beyond the typical work week, including occasional overnight and frequent night and weekend work as needed to meet the business needs of the operation.
  • Occasional travel is required.
  • This is a restricted position subject to the continued availability of funding.
  • This position requires the ability to maintain confidentiality and appropriately handle sensitive information, particularly in dealings with a wide variety of populations (e.g., faculty, staff, and students) of varying levels of education and skills in communication.
  • This position requires adherence to all applicable NCAA, conference, and institutional rules and regulations.

Job Duties:
65% - Develop and manage a W&M Student-Athlete Development Program:
  • Leverage existing department and university resources to design, implement and evaluate the Student-Athlete Development Program with the goal of enhancing the student-athlete experience and overall student success. Areas of emphasis will include but are not limited to, mentorship, leadership, career preparation, and community engagement.
  • Collaborate with leaders of university-wide orientation programs to develop and implement orientation programs specific to first-year and transfer student-athletes.
  • Support student-athlete transition to life beyond collegiate sports participation by recognizing student-athlete needs and actively connecting them with appropriate on and off-campus resources; or through developing and advocating for additional necessary resources.
  • Assist the Deputy AD with the development of the program budget.
  • Forecast and manage program needs and expenditures.

15% - Community and Career Engagement/Support:
  • Coordinate student-athlete programming with the Cohen Career Center to include interviewing and networking skills, resume writing, preparation for internship opportunities, and job search.
  • Enhance the intra-department community by encouraging/ incentivizing student-athletes to support each other's team competitions.
  • Promote and support continuing networking and engagement with alumni.
  • Develop, coordinate, and document student-athlete outreach and service projects in partnership with the W&M Office of Community Engagement.
  • Serve as the advisor to the Student-Athlete Advocacy Committee (SAAC).The SAAC meets twice monthly and is made up of two representatives from each varsity athletic team. Responsibilities of the committee include coordinating philanthropic/social events and annually participating in Colonial Athletic Association (CAA) meetings, providing input on proposed NCAA legislation.

15% - Educational Coordination/Support:
  • Coordinate and promote educational programming relative to the student-athlete experience.
  • Ensure compliance with NCAA-mandated educational programs for student-athletes.
  • Assist in on-campus recruiting of prospective student-athletes.

5% - Other:
  • Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Additional Job Description:
Salary: up to $70,000 commensurate with experience and internal alignment.
A resume/CV and cover letter are required for this position.
Please note: No more than 5 individual documents may be uploaded into the upload field provided. Each individual file must not exceed a size limit of 5MB. If necessary, candidates can compress multiple files into a single zip file for upload.
For full consideration, submit application materials by the initial review date, August 3, 2026. Applications received after the initial review date will be considered if needed.
Job Profile:
JP0794 - Senior Academic Advisor - Exempt - Salary - S11
Qualifications:
Compensation Grade:
S11
Recruiting Start Date:
2026-07-27
Position Restrictions:
Restricted Funds
EEO is the Law. Applicants can learn more about William & Mary's status as an equal opportunity employer by viewing the "Know Your Rights" poster published by the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission. https://www.eeoc.gov/know-your-rights-workplace-discrimination-illegal
Background Check: William & Mary is committed to providing a safe campus community. W&M conducts background investigations for applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include reference checks, a criminal history record check, and when appropriate, a financial (credit) report or driving history check.
Remote Work Disclaimer: Remote work eligibility is not guaranteed and is subject to approval. Employee eligibility depends on the likelihood of the employee succeeding in a remote work arrangement and the supervisor's ability to manage remote workers. Departments and/or Human Resources may amend, alter, change, delete, or modify eligibility.