Women's Team Operations Intern (Paid)

Mission
Hartford Athletic is committed to building a winning club on and off the field, uniting the Greater Hartford community through soccer and creating pathways for players, fans and young people to grow and succeed.

Overview
Hartford Athletic is seeking a motivated, organized and hands-on Women’s Team Soccer Operations Intern to support every side of the club's USL Women’s team. This is a paid seasonal internship running from mid-April through June 30, 2027, with a monthly stipend of $800. The Women’s team is the nation's premier pre-professional women's soccer league, giving elite collegiate and post-collegiate players a high-level summer competition platform.

This is an all-encompassing role. The intern will split time between the office and the field, supporting administration, daily training, soccer operations, matchday operations and player and staff merchandise across the full 2027 season, from preseason through the final home match at Trinity Health Stadium.

•          Five (5) days per week, scheduled around the team's training calendar.

•          Plus, all home game days, including evenings and weekends.

•          Internship period: mid-April through June 30, 2027.

•          Monthly stipend: $800.

Administration
•          Support daily business operations for the Women’s team, including organizing files, tracking paperwork and keeping schedules, rosters and contact list up to date.

•          Assist with player and staff onboarding paperwork, including registration forms, waivers and medical forms.

•          Take meeting notes, draft routine communications and prepare materials for staff.

•          Help compile information for the ticketing team's bi-weekly reports, including attendance, group and promotional tracking.

•          Set up and break down training sessions, including field equipment, goals, cones, pinnies, water and ice.

•          Support the coaching staff with session logistics, schedules and daily player communications.

•          Track uniform and equipment inventory, including kit distribution, laundry and returns.

•          Assist with away match travel logistics, including travel rosters, itineraries, hotel lists and meal orders.

•          Support visiting team and match official hospitality, including locker room prep and arrival logistics.

Gameday Operations
•          Help plan and prepare for all home matches, including setup, signage, credential and guest lists, and check-in for players, staff and guests.

•          Support matchday execution, including fan entry, giveaway distribution, halftime activities, youth club group nights and post-match breakdown.

•          Assist with community engagement events and youth clinics, including Youth Affiliate club appearances, tabling, sign-ups and giveaway distribution.

•          Help coordinate event logistics, including vendor and volunteer check-in, supply lists and day-of run-of-show timelines.

•          Capture photos and video at training, matches and events to share with the marketing team.

Merchandise (Players & Staff)
•          Manage player and staff apparel and merchandise, including training gear, travel wear, warm-ups and team-issued items.

•          Collect player and staff sizing, build order lists and help place and track orders with suppliers.

•          Receive, count, label and distribute apparel to players and staff, and keep a sign-out log for every item issued.

•          Track apparel inventory and returns throughout the season, and flag shortages or reorders to staff.

•          Coordinate apparel and merchandise for player appearances, media day, photo shoots and team events.

Desired Qualifications
•          Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in Sports Management, Business Administration, Communications, Kinesiology or a related field.

•          Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

•          Comfortable working both in an office setting and on the field.

•          Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and Outlook) and Google Workspace.

•          Strong written and verbal communication skills.

•          Ability to handle confidential player and staff information with discretion.

•          Interest in women's soccer and women's sports; a soccer playing or coaching background is a plus.

•          Positive, team-oriented attitude and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Requirements
•          Must be available for the full internship period, mid-April through June 30, 2027.

•          Must be available five (5) days per week, plus all home game days, including evenings and weekends.

•          Must have reliable transportation to the stadium, training sites and event locations.

•          Must be able to lift up to 40 pounds.

•          Must be able to stand for extended periods and work outdoors in varying weather conditions.

Learning Opportunities
•          Hands-on experience across the full operation of a pre-professional women's soccer team: front office, training, matchday and team apparel.

•          Direct exposure to soccer operations and the day-to-day work of coaching staff.

•          Real-world experience in event management and matchday execution.

•          Practical experience managing team apparel, ordering and inventory for a pro-level roster.

•          Mentorship from Hartford Athletic staff and the opportunity to build professional relationships within the USL.

•          Insight into building and growing a women's sports program in its early seasons.

This internship is ideal for students and recent graduates who want broad, real-world experience in professional sports operations and are ready to commit to a full season. Academic credit may be available based on the requirements of the student's college or university.