Summer Intern (DEI Department)

Deadline to Apply: March 27, 2026. Please include a letter of recommendation with your cover letter.

Who We Are

We are Tennis! We are Sports! We are Business! The United States Tennis Association (USTA) Southern is the largest of the 17 sections of the United States Tennis Association, the governing body of tennis and the recognized leader in promoting and developing the sport’s growth on every level in America from local communities to the crown jewel of the professional game, the US Open.

Why Work for USTA Southern? 

We are an enthusiastic team of staff and volunteers focused on growing the sport of tennis and making it accessible to all. We are committed to removing barriers and creating opportunities for ALL to participate. Don’t know sports? Don't worry, it is not a requirement. You can still find yourself in the game! 

Responsibilities/The Role

This internship offers a unique opportunity to work with the Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) team, as they “grow tennis to inspire healthier people and communities everywhere” through a mix of data projects, event management and employee branding efforts. The intern will assist with various DEI assignments while gaining valuable experience in strategic and creative aspects of this work within a sports organization in addition to expanding professional development.

• Support the DEI team by offering your skills in research, event planning, and communication strategies for special projects, including grants, scholarships, essay contest & leadership camp.
• Contribute to the development and execution of DEI-themed social media campaigns by creating posts, graphics, and other digital content.
• Produce, manage and track engaging content for USTA Southern and internal communications platforms, focusing on DEI topics such as cultural observances.
• Partner with teams across different departments to align DEI initiatives with the organization’s mission and goals, including the Southern Tennis Foundation.

Who You Are

• Academics:  Rising Junior/Senior in college or recent college graduate (All majors welcome!)
• Intellectually curious:  You are interested in understanding the connection points between employee experience + nonprofits + sports + marketing + diversity

• A natural learner:  You like to learn on the go and offer your thoughts, perspectives, and insights
• Effective communicator:  You exhibit excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Available:  You are available Monday-Friday; 29 hours per week at the USTA Southern office (Peachtree Corners, Ga.)

What We Offer

• An hourly rate: $16/hr.
• An inclusive learning culture with hands-on experiences with a passionate and talented team 
• Mentorship, access, and networking with key executives across the USTA Southern Section
• Internship dates: June 1 - July 31, 2026
• Schedule: Monday through Friday from 9am – 4pm
• Hybrid internship with at least 3 days in the office weekly

OVERVIEW OF THE USTA SOUTHERN SECTION

USTA Southern, located in Peachtree Corners, Ga., is a nonprofit volunteer organization with over 171,000 individual members and a committee structure of over 200 volunteers. Founded in 1886, USTA Southern is the largest of the 17 sections of the United States Tennis Association, the governing body of tennis in America. Our organization covers tennis enthusiasts living across nine states in the South: Alabama, Arkansas, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina and Tennessee, and account for more than 26 percent of the total USTA membership.

USTA Southern provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.