D.C. United: Equipment Personnel Internship
D.C. United is seeking applicants for an Equipment Staff Internship Position. The candidate will assist with all aspects of equipment management for D.C. United Academy as directed by the Academy Administrator. This position will offer the candidate hands-on experience in a high-level collaborative team-sport environment. The candidate will gain an understanding of the daily workings and the environment in elite sport. The candidate will gain a conceptional understanding of operations, logistics, and managing various components of equipment and operations within an organization. This internship is aimed towards those pursuing a management related degree or aspiring equipment managers looking to gain experience in elite level soccer. The individual must possess a strong desire to learn and grow. This is an unpaid internship.
Fall season: August 12th – December 13th
Minimum Qualifications:
- Working towards/possess a four-year Bachelor's degree
- Must demonstrate the intention and desire to work as an equipment manager, Operations staff, or in a related role
- Must be familiar with various software platforms including, but not limited to, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
Preferred Qualifications:
- 0-2 years’ experience as an equipment manager, in operations, or a related field
- Experience working in soccer
- Experience working in a team-sport setting
- Experience working with a heat-press machine and managing an inventory spreadsheet
All candidates must have a valid driver’s license and complete a successful background check.
D.C. United is committed to uplifting our community, staff, and club. We are seeking candidates to be a part of our journey in our quest for continued organizational growth and another MLS Cup.
D.C. United will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform critical job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
D.C. United is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). D.C. United reaffirms its commitment to the principles of equal opportunity and diversity. D.C. United is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. D.C. United is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, pregnancy, religion, creed, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or any other protected status in accordance with the requirements of all federal, state, and local laws. Employment decisions can include hiring, termination, compensation, benefits, promotion, training selection, or other statuses or conditions of employment. All employment decisions are made on the basis of individual skills, knowledge, abilities, job performance, and other appropriate qualifications.
