INTERNSHIP PROGRAM
Female Footballers is a nonprofit organization that aims to educate and empower youth athletes through mental performance training, emotional intelligence development, and leadership development sessions. We are a mission-driven organization dedicated to the development of athletes as players and people, allowing them to build skills well beyond sports.
Female Footballers is seeking three motivated and self-starting team players to join our team in Winter/Spring 2026-27! We are currently seeking candidates to support our Tournament Team and Business Operations. We encourage you to apply by November 20, 2026.
Confidence Cup Tournament Coordinator
Location: Remote / Bay Area, CA (Local to the SF Bay Area strongly preferred for event execution)
Duration: November 2026 – May 2027 (Approx. 7 months)
Time Commitment: Part-Time (approx. 10–15 hours/week; flexible hours around coursework, with increased on-site hours during tournament week in May 2027)
Compensation: Unpaid Internship / Volunteer Role (Ideal for current college students or recent graduates seeking hands-on experience, portfolio building, and professional references)
About Female Footballers & The Confidence Cup
Female Footballers is dedicated to elevating and empowering women and girls in soccer. In May 2027, we are hosting the Confidence Cup Tournament—a marquee event designed to celebrate athlete empowerment, high-level competition, and community building.
Role Overview
We are seeking a versatile, highly organized Tournament Coordinator to assist across all phases of planning, promoting, and executing the Confidence Cup. Working closely with leadership from November 2026 through May 2027, you will play a hands-on role in marketing, partnership fulfillment, team outreach, and event operations.
This role is ideal for a college student, graduate student, or recent graduate looking to gain valuable sports management experience, expand their professional network, and build a strong resume/portfolio in sports marketing and non-profit event management.
Key Responsibilities
1. Event Operations & Logistics
Assist with master planning timelines, facility coordination, and vendor management (catering, equipment, signage, merchandise).
Coordinate team registration, communications, schedule dissemination, and check-in procedures.
Support on-site execution during tournament weekend in May 2027 (event setup, volunteer coordination, troubleshooting, and tear-down).
2. Marketing & Community Outreach
Execute a multi-channel marketing plan across social media, email campaigns, and local community outreach to drive team registrations and spectator attendance.
Create visually compelling digital content (graphics, flyers, video clips) using Canva or similar design tools.
Engage with local Bay Area soccer clubs, schools, and youth organizations to build awareness and tournament participation.
3. Sponsorship & Partnerships
Identify potential local and regional sponsors, vendors, and community partners.
Assist in preparing sponsorship pitch materials and managing outreach tracking.
Serve as a point of contact for confirmed partners to ensure fulfillment of sponsorship packages (logo placement, booth setup, social media mentions).
4. Volunteer & Program Support
Help recruit, onboard, and assign roles for event-day volunteers.
Assist with administrative tasks related to tournament organization, budget tracking, and post-event survey collection.
Qualifications & Requirements
Skills & Attributes:
Strong project management and organizational skills with high attention to detail.
Experience managing social media channels and creating basic marketing collateral.
Comfortable conducting proactive outreach to teams, sponsors, and vendors.
Self-starter who thrives in a collaborative, mission-driven environment.
Passion: A genuine interest in advancing women's sports, youth empowerment, and sports event management.
What You Will Gain
Portfolio-Building Experience: Tangible, high-impact results in sports marketing, partnership acquisition, and large-scale event operations.
Professional Mentorship: Direct access and guidance from non-profit and sports leadership.
Networking & References: Strong connections within the Bay Area soccer ecosystem and professional references upon successful completion.
Academic Credit: We are happy to work with your college or university to support academic credit requirements if applicable.
Flexibility: Work remotely with flexible weekly scheduling designed around your class or work commitments.
How to Apply
Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter explaining your interest in the Confidence Cup to info@femalefootballers.org with the subject line Confidence Cup Coordinator – [Your Name].
Business Development Intern
Female Footballers is seeking a motivated and outgoing individual to join our team and support the business growth of our organization—particularly for the growth of our team session business. The role primarily focuses on project development and lead generation with youth and college soccer clubs across the United States. We are looking for candidates who are eager to learn, excited to work on real-world business challenges and want to be part of a mission-driven organization.
The Role
Assist with building pitch materials for prospective client outreach and client meetings, including but not limited to email drafting, promotional materials, and Canva decks.
Conduct market research, analyze industry trends, and ideate on potential business opportunities and threats.
Identify and contact relevant club contacts for sales outreach.
Communicate with prospective clients about our mission, programs, and answer questions to secure team session contracts.
Report on current program performance by analyzing data sets, identifying trends, and drawing actionable conclusions to drive decision making.
Qualifications
Proven ability to think creatively and execute on ideas to completion.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Adaptable to changing business environments, including an ability to adjust and pivot on strategy as business needs change.
Proactive approach to generating ideas and working on projects.
Ability to interact professionally and confidently with various stakeholders, including clients, team members, and external partners.
A candidate interested in sports and mental health.
Timeline and Hours
October 2025- January 2026
This is a remote position.
Intern is available to work approximately 10 hours per week.
Intern will receive 10% commission on each contract secured through the intern’s lead generation.