Undergraduate Intern Summer 2026 USTA Foundation NYC
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Job Location:
New York City, NY - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
18 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Who We Are
We are Tennis! The USTA (United States Tennis Association) is the national governing body for the sport of tennis and the leader in promoting and developing the sports growth on every level in the United States from local communities to the crown jewel of the professional game the US Open.
Why Intern with the USTA
We are a passionate team of staff and volunteers focused on growing the sport of tennis and making it accessible to all. We are committed to removing barriers and crafting opportunities for ALL to participate. Dont know tennis Dont worry you can still find yourself in the game!
The Role
The USTA Foundation is the social impact arm of the USTA dedicated to using tennis and education to positively transform the lives of youth. The Programs and Services team plays a crucial role in advancing this mission by supporting more than 250 Sports-Based Youth Development organizations nationwide. These organizations leverage the power of tennis to promote academic achievement character development and athletic growth.
As an intern you will gain meaningful hands-on experience by assisting in the coordination and enhancement of career and college readiness programs. You will contribute to designing new initiatives that engage young people in their postsecondary and career pathways. You will also research emerging trends in youth development and education helping the team shape innovative initiatives that align with the Foundations mission.
Assist with planning coordinating and executing career and college readiness programs
Conduct research on industry trends and best practices in youth development education and career pathways
Support the creation of materials resources and content for various programs and initiatives
Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to strengthen program offerings
Contribute ideas for new programs that engage young people in their college and career journeys
Help manage communication and outreach efforts related to program updates
Program details:
8-week program from June 9 through August 11
Schedule: MondayThursday 9:00 AM5:00 PM ET
Hybrid role requiring 3 days per week on-site at our Times Square office.
Compensation: $20.00 per hour
Who You Are
Able to work effectively in a team-oriented collaborative environment
Strong problem-solver with a proactive approach to challenges
Excellent time-management and organizational skills with the ability to balance multiple priorities
Open to feedback and eager to learn with a growth mindset
Strong interest in youth development education sports-based programs or community engagement
Strong written and verbal communication skills with an ability to collaborate with diverse stakeholders
Skilled in research and capable of synthesizing information into actionable insights
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word Excel PowerPoint) and Google Workspace
Passionate about social impact and making a difference in the lives of young people
Previous experience with youth programs education initiatives or nonprofit work is a plus but not required
What the Program Offers
As an intern you will fully immerse into the USTA culture and be a true part of the team! During the program you will have the opportunity to network with Senior Leadership- including the CEO- as well as be mentored by current staff. Additionally you can look forward to:
- Weekly professional development workshops.
- Participation in a group project which will be presented to staff at the end of the program.
- Opportunity to have your resume reviewed by one of our recruiters.
- Ability to participate in company activities including our 7 Business Resource Groups.
- And more!
Come One Come All
We strongly encourage you to apply if youre interested; all unique backgrounds and experiences welcome!
USTA is dedicated to providing equal employment opportunities for all individuals regardless of age disability national origin race color religion sex sexual orientation gender gender identity or expression pregnancy veteran status marital status family status alienage or citizenship status creed genetic information or any other status protected by applicable federal state or local law.
Required Experience:
Intern
Key Skills
- Microsoft Office
- Public Relations
- Google Docs
- Data Collection
- MailChimp
- Microsoft Word
- Dermal Fillers
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Research Experience
- Microsoft Excel
- Adobe Photoshop
- Writing Skills
About Company
USTA offers tennis play opportunities for competitive and recreational players. Find tennis events, tournaments and programs near you and get involved today!
