High-Performance Intern

High-Performance Intern Position Summary

The High-Performance Intern will support USA Triathlon's High-Performance Department, which oversees elite and development athletes competing at the highest levels of international triathlon and paratriathlon competitions. The intern will gain hands-on experience in athlete services, team operations, logistics planning, communications, and international sport administration while working alongside staff supporting Olympic and Paralympic pathways.

Essential Job Functions

• Assist with planning of domestic and international High-Performance events and World Triathlon competitions.
• Assist with High Performance operational logistics, including athlete gear fulfillment, inventory tracking, apparel customization, shipment coordination, and vendor communication.
• Support athlete services and operational planning for High Performance camps as needed.
• Support data collection, organization, and analysis for High Performance initiatives.
• Aid in athlete recruitment and talent identification efforts.
• Support communications with elite and development athletes.
• Create content for the Elite Triathlon Bulletin and Paratriathlon Bulletin.
• Assist with special projects across the High-Performance Department as assigned.

Qualifications

• Must be eligible to work in the United States.
• Must be enrolled in, or recently graduated from, an educational program in recreation, athletics, sports management, communication, event planning, or a related field.
• Interest in Olympic and Paralympic sport.
• Experience participating in triathlon, endurance sports, or collegiate athletics preferred but not required.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Experience working with databases, event management platforms, or communication tools is a plus.

Preferred Qualifications

• Candidates located in Colorado Springs or the surrounding area are strongly preferred.
• The selected candidate should be available to work from the USA Triathlon office in Colorado Springs at least once per week to support inventory management, equipment fulfillment, and other operational needs.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Self-motivated and goal driven.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Communication and interpersonal skills with all levels of the organization.
• Excellent time-management skills.
• Working knowledge of MS Office and proficiency in technological systems.

Anticipated Duration

Start date is flexible between June and July 2026. Internship is expected to run through October 2026, with the possibility of extension through December 2026. This is an unpaid position. Interns have no guarantee of any paid position at the end of the internship. USA Triathlon will work with students and their educational institutions to support academic credit requirements when applicable.