Seattlesoundersfc
FALL 2026 Performance Internship (Educational) - Sounders FC
Seattle, WA · Intern · Internship
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Data AnalysisLoad TestingCommunicationCollaboration
About the role
- Seattle Sounders FC Performance team is offering an educational internship during Fall 2026.
- This internship offers unique experiences to strengthen learning and engage skillsets within Performance Training.
Responsibilities
- Support the collection and analysis of GPS, monitoring, and performance testing data.
- Maintain cleanliness and order of the weight room and its equipment.
- Support during lifting and field sessions through supervision and demonstration.
- Contribute to the design, development, and delivery of curriculum projects as determined by the Performance Staff.
- Students will gain invaluable experience in a professional sports setting and an understanding of program design.
- Support and Collaboration: Play a crucial role in supporting the performance, science, and nutrition sectors within the Seattle Sounders FC, aiding all teams within the club.
- Data Analysis: Support the collection and analysis of GPS, monitoring, and performance testing data.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree and certification from NSCA-CSCS, CSCCa, and/or USAW.
- Must be able to receive academic credit towards a credited program.
- Affiliation agreement must be executed between University and Seattle Sounders prior to start.
- Must have a keen eye and attention for detail.
- Proficiency in computer use and quick to learn new software and processes.
- Must be able to facilitate own local travel.
- CPR/AED certification is mandatory.
- This is an unpaid internship. Must be able to receive academic credit towards a credited program.
- Exceptional communication skills to deliver programs effectively and interact professionally with colleagues, players, and coaches.
- A keen interest in soccer or sports in general.
- An enthusiastic and proactive approach to tasks.
- Excellent organization abilities, with a knack for managing workloads, prioritizing tasks, and adhering to deadlines efficiently.
- This position will work from Sounders FC Headquarters & Training Facility in Renton WA and attending meetings and matches as needed.
- Must be able to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.
Nice to have
- Ideally students are able to commit for approximately 650 hours and start and end dates will be determined with each intern.
Company info
- TITLE: Fall Performance Internship (Educational)
- Seattle Sounders FC
- Sounders Performance
- Performance Coach
- Internship; eligible for academic credit.
- Commitment of at least 12 weeks
- Seattle Sounders FC is a progressive high performing collection of people who strive to achieve the highest levels of our sport while making a transformative impact in our communities in the best soccer city in America.
- Our culture is focused on serving one of the most passionate sports fan bases in North America who are invested in the Sounders as much for our commitment to making a positive impact in our communities as they are for winning the 2019 MLS Cup, 2022 CONCACAF Champions League and 2025 Leagues Cup on home soil.
- We exist to create special moments like these, where we enrich lives and unify our fans and city through soccer.
Visa & Work Authorization
- Must be eligible to work in the US without sponsorship.
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