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As a Sports Coaching Intern, you can expect to assist lead coaches with planning and running practices, supporting team logistics, analyzing athlete performance, and ensuring equipment is set up and maintained. You may also contribute to strategy discussions, help with athlete assessments, and participate in team meetings. These internships provide hands-on experience in a real-world sports environment, allowing you to learn directly from experienced coaches and athletic staff. This exposure not only builds practical coaching skills but also offers valuable networking and mentorship opportunities to help advance in the field.

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Sports Management Internship

Soccer Shots

Charlottesville, VA • On-site

$18/hr

Part-time

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Soccer Shots rating

5.7

Company rating: 5.7 out of 10

Based on 12 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

138th of 221 rated education and training


Job description

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Soccer Shots is looking for a passionate intern to serve children ages 2-8!
Looking for a fun and relevant internship? Always wanted to coach and learn about the sports world? Join Soccer Shots and be the best part of a child's week.
What You Get:
  • Competitive Pay - High compensation in the industry: $18 per every 30-40 minute session.
  • Training - No soccer experience required! We offer a paid, comprehensive training program to learn Soccer Shots' curriculum and best coaching practices.
  • Management Shadowing - Gain hands-on practice in the sports community by access to in-house experts.
  • Creative Work Space -Craft your projects based on your areas of interest (marketing, social media, administration).
  • Flexibility - Schedule within YOUR availability, with opportunities to change by season and semester.
  • Active Work - Play in scenic areas of town AND in-office projects.
  • Fun - Get ready to be active, laugh, cheer, and maybe even show some silly dance moves. Interns will serve as energetic coaches as well as support the 'behind-the-scenes' objectives of Soccer Shots.
  • YOUR IMPACT - It's beyond the field. Families rave about our coaches who sparked passion for the game and helped build confidence in kids.

Additional Pay:
  • End-of-Season Rewards
  • Coach Referral Pay Bonus
  • Parent Feedback Reward
  • Parent Tips

Our Schedule:
  • Mondays through Fridays: mornings, afternoons, and evenings
  • Saturdays: mornings
  • In-Office: weekdays between 9 AM - 5 PM

Our Team Culture:We are a young company with a lively team looking to create a fun and supportive environment where our coaches are cared for.
  • Work/Life Balance - Create a meaningful schedule between coaching, work, and personal life
  • Company Events - Seasonal parties, team outings, staff kickball games
  • Fun and Positive Work Environment - Personal management, relational team, pick-up soccer games, and community engagement
  • Career Progression - Opportunities are available to take on more responsibility within our management team or sports coordinator positions.

The Internship:
  • Conduct soccer sessions for children 2 to 8 years old.
  • Build local engagement through the power of sports.
  • Engage in management shadowing and leadership development.
  • Develop quality social media content.
  • Bring "Soccer Island" alive to kids with your enthusiasm and creativity.
  • Encourage character development through positive reinforcement and modeling.
  • Utilize expert-created Soccer Shots' curriculum.
  • Follow all on-site safety and attendance protocols.
  • Communicate effectively with families, staff, and teachers.

Qualifications:
  • No prior sports/coaching experience required
  • Genuine passion for children and sports
  • Energetic, engaging, and responsible
  • Safety conscious
  • Management Skills
  • Access to reliable transportation
  • Eligible to work in the U.S.
  • High School Diploma

Who We Are:Soccer Shots is an engaging intro-to-soccer program fueled by coaches who are driven to impact children's lives in a positive way. Our program focuses on age-appropriate soccer skills, character development, and fun in every session.
Our Core Values:
  • We Care
  • We're Stronger Together
  • We are Candid
  • We Own It
  • We Pursue Excellence
  • We Grow

Don't miss your chance to be part of a collaborative coaching team, changing lives through soccer.
Compensation: $18.00 per hour

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About Soccer Shots

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Soccer Shots is an engaging children's soccer program for children ages 2-8 with a focus on character development. Our caring team positively impacts children's lives on and off the field through best-in-class coaching, curriculum and communication.

Industry

Performing arts, spectator sports and event promotion, spectator sports and sports and recreation instruction

Company size

51 - 200 Employees

Headquarters location

Middletown, PA, US

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