What are the responsibilities and job description for the High School Program Intern position at USA Triathlon?
Company Summary
At USA Triathlon, we believe life is better when you swim, bike, and run. As the Olympic and Paralympic National Governing Body (NGB) for triathlon and multisport, we are the largest multisport organization in the world. We’re committed to growing the sport, inspiring healthier communities, and representing the U.S. on the international stage, striving for excellence and medals with integrity.
Our guiding principles—service leadership, performance excellence, collaboration, and diversity and inclusion—define everything we do. We focus on innovation and comprehensive support to lead within the Olympic and Paralympic movement.
We’re proud to have been named one of Front Office Sports’ “Best Employers in Sports” (2020, 2021) and honored with diversity and inclusion awards from the USOPC. We achieve these successes by hiring passionate, talented individuals who seek to grow and improve every day. In return, we offer unlimited vacation, 100% paid medical benefits, and more.
Join us in Colorado Springs, ranked No. 3 in US News & World Report’s 2023-2024 Best Places to Live, and be part of a thriving, impactful community of athletes and professionals.
We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Position Summary
The USA Triathlon Internship Program is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the largest multisport organization in the world and the U.S. Olympic and Paralympic National Governing Body (NGB) for the sport of triathlon and other multisport disciplines. Internships at USA Triathlon present unique opportunities to explore new experiences with technology, people, and specific projects that will help guide the trajectory of your chosen career. Our internships are unpaid but specifically designed to provide a rich educational environment for students studying and/or those seeking a career in recreation, athletics, sports management, communication, event planning, or relationship management.
Essential Job Functions
•AD/SWA data base management
Coordinate a variety of communication and media systems and channels within the department of hire to enhance the community of triathletes, coaches, and clubs and further the sport.
• Contribute to a variety of departmental and organizational projects and event planning to support triathletes and the triathlete community.
• Input data into applicable databases and technological systems; ensure accuracy of work and troubleshoot errors as needed essential to the management of the sport.
• Social media campaign management. Produce turn-key and real-time marketing and promotional materials
• Create unique programming around all aspects of the high school build.
• Coalesce different segments of high school collegiate club and NCAA triathlon as projects require.
• Engage with top high school clubs in the current scholastic pipeline and other sports with strong club affiliations.
• Aid in the recruitment of key volunteers for the high school working group (talent scouts)
• Identify all high schools that are located in key markets, per the existing priorities.
• Provide support with other duties as necessary and learn about the development of triathletes for world events.
Qualifications
• Must be enrolled in, or recently graduated from, an educational program in recreation, athletics, sports
management, communication, event planning, relationship management, or a related field
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
• Self-motivated and goal driven; willingness to take on diverse roles and responsibilities
• 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 proficient in technological systems
• Must be eligible to work in the U.S.
Anticipated Duration
May 2025 - May 2026
This is an unpaid position. Interns have no guarantee of any paid position at the end of
the internship.
Position Summary
The USA Triathlon Internship Program is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the largest multisport organization in the world and the U.S. Olympic and Paralympic National Governing Body (NGB) for the sport of triathlon and other multisport disciplines. Internships at USA Triathlon present unique opportunities to explore new experiences with technology, people, and specific projects that will help guide the trajectory of your chosen career. Our internships are unpaid but specifically designed to provide a rich educational environment for students studying and/or those seeking a career in recreation, athletics, sports management, communication, event planning, or relationship management.
Essential Job Functions
•AD/SWA data base management
Coordinate a variety of communication and media systems and channels within the department of hire to enhance the community of triathletes, coaches, and clubs and further the sport.
• Contribute to a variety of departmental and organizational projects and event planning to support triathletes and the triathlete community.
• Input data into applicable databases and technological systems; ensure accuracy of work and troubleshoot errors as needed essential to the management of the sport.
• Social media campaign management. Produce turn-key and real-time marketing and promotional materials
• Create unique programming around all aspects of the high school build.
• Coalesce different segments of high school collegiate club and NCAA triathlon as projects require.
• Engage with top high school clubs in the current scholastic pipeline and other sports with strong club affiliations.
• Aid in the recruitment of key volunteers for the high school working group (talent scouts)
• Identify all high schools that are located in key markets, per the existing priorities.
• Provide support with other duties as necessary and learn about the development of triathletes for world events.
Qualifications
• Must be enrolled in, or recently graduated from, an educational program in recreation, athletics, sports
management, communication, event planning, relationship management, or a related field
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
• Self-motivated and goal driven; willingness to take on diverse roles and responsibilities
• 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 proficient in technological systems
• Must be eligible to work in the U.S.
Anticipated Duration
May 2025 - May 2026
This is an unpaid position. Interns have no guarantee of any paid position at the end of
the internship.
