USL Work Experience Program (UWEP)
United Soccer LeagueOverview of the United Soccer League
The United Soccer League (USL) is shaping the future of American soccer through the largest connected soccer ecosystem in the United States. With a presence in more than 200 communities nationwide, the USL unites every level of the game — from youth development to Division One professional competition — across both men’s and women’s pathways.
Rooted in community and driven by a bold vision, the USL is turning local passion into nationwide momentum by giving every fan a home, every player a pathway, and every community a place in American soccer’s exciting next chapter.
United for Soccer.
Program Purpose
Under the direction and guidance of USL Mentors, the USL Work Experience Program (UWEP) provides students with the unique opportunity to gain practical sport management experience in a professional sports league setting. By working on various strategic projects and initiatives, UWEP participants gain hands-on experience with league staff as well as its member teams. While participants will spend the majority of their time supporting their designated department, they will also have the opportunity to work with all league departments across the entire organization, including club services, communications, operations, media, business development, digital services, analytics, and more. The ultimate goal of USL’s Work Experience Program is to provide participants with well-rounded and practical experience within the sports industry.
What's Your Position?
UWEP Participants Must:
- Be a current student at an accredited College or University and must certify that they are able to receive college credit for their participation in the program.
- Possess strong academic credentials.
- Possess strong communications skills.
- Be extremely organized and detail oriented with a focus on quality and consistency.
- Have solid analytic skills along with strong computer skills computer skills, and Internet knowledge.
- Have access to a computer/laptop with reliable internet service.
- Possess the ability to work under fluid deadlineHave the basic knowledge of soccer/sports.