2027 Spring Intern (Community Relations)

Job Title: 2027 Spring Intern (Community Relations)

Company: North Jersey Pro Soccer

Location: Paterson, NJ

Department: Community Relations

Duration: 2027 Spring Internship (January 2027 – May 2027)

Compensation: Unpaid (For College Credits)

About The New York Cosmos

The New York Cosmos are a professional soccer club based at Hinchliffe Stadium in Paterson, NJ, and part of the United Soccer League (USL). We are dedicated to delivering an exciting, memorable experience on and off the field and to inspiring our community through the world's most popular sport. We're looking for enthusiastic, driven, creative interns to gain hands-on experience in the sports industry.

About The Role

We are seeking a passionate and motivated Community Relations Intern for our 2027 Spring Internship to join our team. This internship is ideal for students interested in Sports Management, Communications, Marketing, Public Relations, Community Development, or Event Management who want real-world experience in professional sports. You'll work alongside the Community Relations team to help strengthen relationships throughout Northern New Jersey while creating memorable experiences that connect the Cosmos with fans, schools, businesses, and local organizations.

What You'll Gain Experience In

• Supporting community outreach initiatives for the New York Cosmos.
• Coordinating school programs, youth sports partnerships, nonprofit events, and community appearances.
• Organizing and executing community activations at home matches, festivals, and special events.
• Scheduling and preparing player and front office appearances throughout the community.
• Managing community ticket programs, group outings, and charitable initiatives.
• Game-day recognition programs for community champions, educators, military members, nonprofits, and youth organizations.
• Event setup, registration, guest check-in, and fan engagement activities.
• Collaborating with the Marketing, Ticketing, Partnerships, and Event Operations teams on community campaigns and promotions.
• Maintaining community partnership records, appearance requests, and event calendars.
• Understanding how community relations supports ticket sales, sponsorships, fan development, and brand awareness, and how to represent the Cosmos professionally while delivering exceptional customer service.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a degree in Sports Management, Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, Event Management, Nonprofit Management, Business, or a related field.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent organizational skills with strong attention to detail.
• Comfortable speaking with community members, partners, and guests.
• Positive attitude with a passion for community engagement and customer service.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Availability to assist during evenings, weekends, and home matches as needed.
• Passion for sports, community engagement, and creating meaningful fan experiences.

Nice to Have

• Experience volunteering or working with nonprofit organizations, schools, or youth programs.
• Experience planning events or coordinating volunteers.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office or Google Workspace.
• Experience with Canva, social media platforms, or email marketing tools.
• Bilingual abilities.
• Interest in professional sports, civic engagement, or community development.