The United Soccer League (USL) is shaping the future of soccer in America. We are the nation’s largest and fastest-growing professional soccer organization, bringing the world’s game to more and more communities across the United States and Canada. Based in Tampa, Fla., the USL oversees multiple professional and elite pre-professional leagues, including the USL Championship, USL Super League, USL League One, USL League Two, USL W League, USL Academy, and Super Y League.
We are authentic to the spirit of the game, honoring the dedication of the players, the passion of the supporters, and the culture of the clubs. We believe in the power of soccer to unite people, provide unique life experiences, and have a meaningful impact in local communities. We work as a team, challenge the status quo, and strive to make everyone feel welcome. United Soccer League is the proud recipient of Front Office Sports' 2021 & 2022 Best Employers in Sports and Tampa Bay Business Journal's Coolest Office Spaces.
Overview of Brooklyn Football Club Brooklyn FC: Brooklyn Football Club is defining the future of soccer in America. In 2024, Brooklyn will begin play in the inaugural season of the USL Super League team and in 2025 will launch a USL Championship team. Along with USL Academy teams. We represent the 77 neighborhoods in the Brooklyn borough and are dedicated to uplifting our community through our global sport. Our club is devoted to building relationships while creating a disruptive brand that allows us reach beyond Brooklyn. A club that our supporters are proud to endorse and represent.
Position Title: Performance Intern
Job Type: Internship
Salary: Unpaid
Internship Overview:
As the Performance Intern, you will be working under the Head of Performance to learn and improve player fitness, injury prevention, and nutrition. You will be gaining invaluable hands-on experience at an elite level of soccer.
Responsibilities:
- Contribute to the development of best practices for the Brooklyn FC Super League team
- Provide operational support to Brooklyn FC’s coaching staff staff in order to aid player development
- Assist in the daily preparation and breakdown of the training field prior to players arriving.
- Help out during training sessions with tasks, such as chasing balls, picking up equipment, etc.
- Assisting in the preparation and maintenance of Player Data GPS devices for players, and analyze their data to assist the Head of Performance in reporting player progress
- Support the Head of Performance with performance testing and fitness assessments
- Assist in the monitoring of player workload and recovery
- Support players during activation, recovery, and strength and conditioning sessions under the Head of Performance
- Support players on their return to play protocoles with the support of the Head of performance and Athletic trainer
Qualifications:
- Pursuing a degree in Sports Science, Kinesiology Exercise Physiology, Nutrition, or a related field
- Passion for soccer and athletic performance
- Ability to attend Brooklyn FC Super League home matches
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office (Office, PowerPoint, Excel) and Google Drive (Docs, Slides, Sheets)
Desired Skills:
- Ability to strive in a collaborative, team-driven, environment
- Excellent communication, facilitation, and team leadership skills
- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to exercise tasks, discretion, and sound judgment
- Highly organized and detail-oriented
- Driver’s license with access to a car
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.
