Description
Responsibilities
Player Registration & Administration
Manage and track player registrations and eligibility requirements
Maintain accurate and up-to-date team rosters
Collect and organize required player documentation
Track registration deadlines, roster additions, removals, and player-status changes
Ensure necessary information is submitted to the league accurately and on time
Maintain organized team records and administrative documentation
League Communication
Assist as an administrative point of contact between Hartford Athletic II and the league
Maintain dialogue with league administrators regarding registrations, rosters, schedules, competition requirements, and deadlines
Communicate relevant league updates internally
Assist with match-day paperwork, roster submissions, game reports, and other league requirements
Uniforms & Equipment
Coordinate the distribution, collection, and tracking of Hartford Athletic II uniforms
Maintain an accurate inventory of uniforms, training apparel, and team equipment
Ensure coaches and players have the appropriate equipment for training sessions and matches
Identify equipment and uniform needs and communicate these to appropriate club staff
Assist with maintaining and organizing team equipment throughout the season
Team Operations
Provide administrative support to the Hartford Athletic II coaching staff
Assist with training and match scheduling logistics
Maintain and distribute team calendars and operational information
Communicate schedules, deadlines, travel details, and logistical information to players and staff
Assist with home and away match logistics as required
Support facility coordination for training sessions and matches
Coordinate with other Hartford Athletic departments when necessary
General Administrative Support
Maintain organized digital records and team documentation
Assist with internal communication between Hartford Athletic II and the wider club
Support player onboarding and offboarding
Maintain a master player roster/database
Help coordinate team meetings, events, travel, and other operational requirements
Provide additional administrative support to the Hartford Athletic II program as required
Desired Qualifications
Ideally studying Sport Management, Sports Administration, Business, or a related field
Highly organized with strong attention to detail
Reliable and capable of managing multiple deadlines
A strong communicator
Proactive and willing to take ownership of administrative responsibilities
Comfortable using spreadsheets, registration platforms, email, calendars, and other administrative systems
Passionate about gaining experience within the professional sports industry
Professional and able to handle confidential player and club information appropriately
Requirements
Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program in Sport Management, Sports Administration, Business, or a related field, otherwise must be a volunteer
Available throughout the fall and/or spring semester
Flexible and available for evening and weekend commitments around the team schedule
Reliable transportation to Hartford Athletic II training and match locations
Ability to lift and carry up to 40 pounds and assist with uniform and equipment distribution, collection, and setup
Learning Opportunities
Interns will gain practical experience in:
Professional soccer team operations
League and competition administration
Player registration and roster management
Equipment and uniform management
Match-day operations
Team scheduling and logistics
Communication with players, coaches, league administrators, and professional club staff
Understanding the operational structure of a professional soccer club and its player-development pathway
This internship is ideal for students pursuing degrees in Sport Management, Sports Administration, Business, or related fields who are interested in building a career in professional sports operations and administration.
Hartford Athletic is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital status, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.