About the role#
This internship offers a mix of field coaching and office work. You will spend half your time leading soccer sessions for children ages 18 months to 8 years old. The other half involves supporting marketing, business operations, and community events. It is a full-time role for the Fall 2026 term, running from August 17 to December 4, 2026.
What you'll do#
- Lead fun and engaging soccer sessions for young children.
- Assist with marketing initiatives to promote programs.
- Help with daily business operations.
- Support community events.
What you'll need#
- A desire to positively impact children through sports and fitness.
- You must be at least 18 years old.
- A valid driver's license and access to an insured personal vehicle.
- Reliable transportation for commuting to the Burtonsville office and traveling to coaching sites.
- Ability to pass a background check.
- Preference is given to those with prior experience working with children.
- Enrollment in a Marketing, Business Administration, or Communications program.
Location & details#
This is a hybrid position based in Washington, DC, and Burtonsville, MD. You will work at least 30 hours per week, including weekends. This is a paid internship.
About Soccer Shots Franchising
Soccer Shots Franchising operates an international program focused on soccer and character development for children aged two to eight. The curriculum relies on childhood education specialists and licensed coaches to deliver instruction. The organization supports 120 franchises across 43 states and two Canadian provinces. It is based in Middletown, Pennsylvania, and maintains a staff of 51 to 200 employees.
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