SoCal Roots SC

Front Office Internship Program

Location: Whittier, CA (Hybrid/On-site as required)

Internship Term: 2025/26 Season

Hours: 10–15 hours/week | Unpaid | College Credit Available

Position Summary

The SoCal Roots SC Front Office Internship Program is designed for college students or recent graduates looking to gain experience in the sports industry. Interns will work closely with professional staff across the following departments:

• Community Outreach

• Recreational Program Assistance

• Communications

• Partnerships & Sponsorships

Interns will rotate across departments or be assigned to one based on interest, skills, and organizational needs.

Community Outreach

• Support the planning and execution of local outreach events (e.g., youth clinics, school visits, community days)

• Help build relationships with local schools, youth organizations, and nonprofits

• Assist with grassroots marketing campaigns and on-site activation

• Represent SoCal Roots SC at community functions and tabling events

Recreational Program Assistant

• Assist with organizing, setting up, and running youth recreational programs and training sessions

• Support coaches and staff with logistics, check-in, and parent communication

• Help with curriculum materials, game day operations, and seasonal evaluations

Communications

• Draft press releases, email newsletters, and internal updates

• Maintain club voice and tone in public-facing communications

• Assist with website updates and blog/news content

• Monitor media coverage and track engagement

Partnerships & Sponsorships

• Research potential local sponsors and partners

• Support development of sponsorship decks, proposals, and presentations

• Assist in fulfilling partnership deliverables and tracking ROI

• Coordinate with partners on co-branded activations and community impact initiatives

Qualifications

• Passion for youth sports, soccer, and community impact

• Currently enrolled in or recent graduate of a college/university (Sports Management, Marketing, Communications, or related field preferred)

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Reliable, detail-oriented, and proactive

• Ability to work evenings/weekends as needed for events or games

• Familiarity with social media platforms and content creation tools is a plus

What You’ll Gain

• Real-world experience in the operations of a youth sports organization

• Exposure to multiple facets of sports management and community development

• Mentorship from industry professionals and team staff

• Professional development workshops and resume/portfolio feedback

• Letter of recommendation upon successful completion

How to Apply

Please submit the following to socalrootssc@gmail.com with the subject line “Front Office Internship – [Your Name]”:

• Resume

• Short cover letter (1 page max) stating your interest and preferred department(s)

• Optional: Writing, or design samples (if applicable)

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.