What are the responsibilities and job description for the 2027 Spring Intern (Merchandise Operations & E-Commerce) position at North Jersey Pro Soccer?
Position Title: 2027 Spring Intern (Merchandise Operations & E-Commerce)
Location: Paterson, NJ / Hybrid
Department: Merchandise
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 (186 Maple St.) 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 Merchandise Operations & E-Commerce Intern for our 2027 Spring Internship to join our Revenue & Events team. This internship is ideal for students interested in Sports Management, Marketing, Business, Fashion Merchandising, Retail Management, or Entrepreneurship who want real-world experience in professional sports. You'll work alongside our merchandise and revenue team while helping deliver an exceptional fan experience at Hinchliffe Stadium through matchdays, community events, online sales, and special merchandise launches.
What You'll Gain Experience In
Please submit your resume and a short cover letter explaining why you're excited about joining the New York Cosmos.
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.
Location: Paterson, NJ / Hybrid
Department: Merchandise
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 (186 Maple St.) 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 Merchandise Operations & E-Commerce Intern for our 2027 Spring Internship to join our Revenue & Events team. This internship is ideal for students interested in Sports Management, Marketing, Business, Fashion Merchandising, Retail Management, or Entrepreneurship who want real-world experience in professional sports. You'll work alongside our merchandise and revenue team while helping deliver an exceptional fan experience at Hinchliffe Stadium through matchdays, community events, online sales, and special merchandise launches.
What You'll Gain Experience In
- Supporting merchandise operations during New York Cosmos home matches, community events, and special activations.
- Inventory management, receiving shipments, product organization, and stock replenishment.
- How merchandise is planned, launched, and managed from concept through retail sales.
- Shopify product listings, inventory updates, online order fulfillment, and e-commerce operations.
- Merchandising and maintaining retail displays throughout the stadium and at off-site events.
- Product photography, merchandise organization, and promotional product launches.
- Collaborating with the Marketing and Creative teams on merchandise promotions, theme nights, and fan engagement campaigns.
- Mobile retail operations, pop-up shops, and community merchandise activations.
- Tracking inventory movement, sales trends, and product performance.
- Brainstorming new merchandise collections, limited-edition products, and fan retail experiences, and building skills for careers in sports, retail, marketing, and event management.
- Currently pursuing a degree in Sports Management, Business, Marketing, Fashion Merchandising, Retail Management, Entrepreneurship, or a related field.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Positive attitude with a willingness to learn in a fast-paced environment.
- Comfortable working independently and collaboratively within a team.
- Excellent communication and time management skills.
- Availability to assist during evenings, weekends, and home matches as needed.
- Passion for sports, retail, fan engagement, and live events.
- Familiarity with Shopify or other e-commerce platforms.
- Experience with inventory management, retail, or customer service.
- Experience using Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, or similar creative tools.
- Interest in apparel, sports merchandising, fashion, or product development.
- Knowledge of Microsoft Excel or Google Sheets.
- Interest in professional sports business and revenue generation.
Please submit your resume and a short cover letter explaining why you're excited about joining the New York Cosmos.
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.