Sports Turf Intern (Spring 2026)

Program Purpose

The Sports Turf Internship provides hands-on experience in managing the daily and weekly Turf needs of a competitive soccer team. Interns support the team by helping the turf manager get the practice and stadium field ready for practices and games and by taking care of the landscaping around the facility. The goal is to develop future professionals who can transition into roles within USL, MLS, or other professional soccer organizations.

Role of the Intern

• Daily Responsibilities:
• Assisting with mowing, trimming, and cleaning fields
• Assisting with landscaping around the facility
• Learning weekly fertilization program
• Help keep records of products used
• Weekly Responsibilities:
• Game-day field operations (Set up team benches, goals, corner flags, pre game water and half time divots.)
• Supporting turf manager in the goal of having pristine playing conditions.
• Ensuring all procedures run smoothly and efficiently
• Helping maintain professional standards around organization, timing, and execution

Overall Contribution:

Interns play a key role in ensuring all turf operations function at a high level, reinforcing smooth workflow, team professionalism, and morale.

Skills Interns Gain

• Organizational skills
• Clear, confident communication
• Ability to stay composed in high-pressure environments
• Strong work ethic and reliability
• Understanding of professional turf operational standards

Value Interns Add to the Organization

• Increased operational efficiency by assisting with the daily workload
• Highest team morale through reliable, positive involvement
• Support for coaches and staff, allowing them to focus on high-level tasks
• A more professional environment for both training and games

Program Goals

This internship is designed to be a pipeline for professional development. Interns receive training and experience that prepares them to: - Work for USL teams - Work for MLS organizations - Pursue sports turf management or soccer operations roles at higher levels

Program Structure

• Duraton:

Flexible — semester, summer, or full-year.

• Format:

On-site only.

• Compensation:

College credit.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.