Summer Youth Academy Marketing Coordinator Internship

Position: Summer 2026 Youth Academy Marketing Coordinator Internship
About Hartford Athletic

Hartford Athletic is Connecticut's premier professional soccer club, competing in the United Soccer League (USL). We're on a mission to grow the game we love, in the city we love - building a dynamic, built-to-win organization that provides opportunities for our players, staff, and community both on and off the field. Our goal is to make Hartford the best place to live, work, and play, while making our city, state, and region proud.

Position Overview

Hartford Athletic is seeking a Marketing Coordinator Intern (Academy Focus) to support the Hartford Athletic Youth Academy.

This role offers a hands-on opportunity to create engaging content, manage social media platforms, and contribute to exciting youth development initiatives.

The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, creative-minded, and highly motivated - someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is eager to learn through hands-on experience. If you're passionate about soccer, storytelling, and marketing, and are driven to bring ideas to life in a professional sports setting, this opportunity is for you.

Responsibilities

Social Media & Content Creation

• Help create and manage social media content for Hartford Athletic Youth Academy channels
• Capture photo and video content at academy training sessions, matches, and events
• Assist in designing marketing materials and digital assets for academy programs
• Learn and apply professional sports marketing strategies and best practices

Event & Game Day Support

• Support Hartford Athletic academy events and matchday operations
• Help activate youth engagement initiatives and community events

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in Marketing, Communications, Sports Management, or a related field
• Strong understanding of soccer and/or youth sports culture
• Proficiency in social media platforms (Instagram, Tik Tok, X, Facebook, You Tube)
• Strong writing and communication skills
• Basic knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Premiere, Canva, etc.)
• Photography and/or videography experience preferred
• Access to a high-resolution camera is a plus
• Ability to work evenings and weekends for practices, matches, and events
• Spanish language skills a plus

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods
• Ability to work in varying weather conditions

Compensation & Benefits

• Unpaid internship (college credit available if applicable)
• Hands-on experience in professional sports marketing
• Direct mentorship from Marketing and Academy leadership
• Access to Hartford Athletic facilities and events
• Networking opportunities within the professional soccer industry
• Valuable resume-building experience

Location

Based in Windsor, Connecticut with some travel required during the season.

How to Apply

Qualified candidates should submit:

• Resume
• Cover letter
• Three professional references

To gdeje with the subject line: "Academy Marketing Coordinator Intern - [Your Name]"

Equal Opportunity Statement

Hartford Athletic is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, marital or veteran status, or any other protected status.

Job Questions:

What Academic Semester works best for you?

Will you be able to commute to Windsor/Hartford, CT throughout the internship?

Do you live in CT or MA (Drivable Distance)?