TITLE: Youth Programs Intern DEPARTMENT: Youth Programs REPORTS TO: Director of Youth Programs LOCATION: Orangeburg, NY COMPENSATION: $16.50/hour, 30 hours per weekPOSITION OVERVIEW: New York City Youth Programs is seeking a passionate, hard-working, dedicated intern with the self-motivation and desire to learn all facets involved in promoting the Youth Programs of a professional soccer team. The Youth Programs Intern is responsible for supporting the Youth Programs Department with all facets of program sales, customer service and coaching. The position will gain experience in NYCFC's front office as well as at Yankee Stadium on game days. This is a four-month internship position.WHAT YOU'LL DO:
- Assist department with various administrative tasks
- Support with game day initiatives and duties if needed
- Assist department in providing logistical support at various community events including camps, clinics, try-outs and training sessions
- Assist Coach Lead in collecting and organizing coaching job applications, as well as, assisting with all aspects of equipment needs and inventory
- Assist Director of Youth Programs in building program registration links in LeagueApps platform
- Other duties as assigned
WHAT YOU'LL BRING:
- Pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree from an accredited college/university
- Some youth soccer administrative experience
- Must have knowledge of local grassroots youth soccer
- Must have coaching experience within youth soccer programs
- Motivated self-starter with entrepreneurial drive
- Excellent time management, organization, and customer service skills
- Excellent knowledge of PC systems including Word, Excel and database-related platforms
- Creativity and excellent interpersonal skills required
- Working knowledge of generally accepted standards of customer service and problem resolution
- Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, if necessary
- Must have a strong sense of self-awareness and emotional intelligence
- Must have truly outstanding customer service and interpersonal communication skills
- Must possess strong communication skills
- Must be able to identify problems, their sources, and their potential solutions while continuing to successfully conduct day-to-day operations without interruption
- Must have a strong command of reasoned, measured decision-making based upon analyzing the pros and cons of each potential decision to be made
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Applicant must be able to comply with applicable child safety policies provided to applicants by NYCFC.
- Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, as necessary.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
- Must be able to lift 50 pounds at times.
- Must be able to work games scheduled which may be at night and on weekends and holidays.
WHAT WE OFFER:
- Two complimentary tickets to select NYCFC home match
- Team outings, happy hours, and annual staff gatherings to celebrate our co-workers
- A dynamic, ambitious, and fun work environment
NEW YORK CITY FOOTBALL CLUB OVERVIEW: At New York City Football Club (NYCFC), we are on a mission to build this City into one of the soccer capitals of the world. The Club was announced as Major League Soccer's 20th franchise and is the first and only MLS team located within the five boroughs of New York City. The Club has qualified for the Audi MLS Cup Playoffs for the last seven consecutive seasons, winning the MLS Cup in 2021. Games are broadcast through MLS Season Pass, the unprecedented subscription service from Apple and Major League Soccer that will have every match of the MLS regular season, Audi MLS Cup Playoffs and Leagues Cup all in one place and with no blackouts. NYCFC's combined 3.3 million social media following across Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and Twitter is the second-highest among MLS clubs. For more information, please visit: New York City FC is also one of 13 clubs comprising City Football Group and counts Manchester City FC, Melbourne City FC, Yokohama F-Marinos, Girona FC, Montevideo City Torque, Sichuan Jiuniu FC, Mumbai City FC, Lommel SK and Esprance Sportive Troyes AC among its sister clubs.We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.By clicking Apply Now , you agree to the terms of the MLS Privacy Policy. Job Questions:
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