What are the responsibilities and job description for the Event Coordinator / Fan Experience Intern (Summer 2025) position at USL W League?
Pleasanton RAGE are seeking passionate individuals to join our Game Day Events team for the 2025 USL W League season. Positions are less than 20 hours per week but will depend on the number of hours needed to complete College course credit. Work schedules will be set at the beginning of the internship. Interns are voluntary and unpaid. The Events Coordinator Intern will work in coordination with the USL W League Head Coach and Event Manager to plan and deliver successful game day fan experiences.
Responsibilities
Responsibilities
- Work closely with the event manager to pre-plan our game day events including (but not limited to) organizing vendors, food trucks, lawn games, securing event sponsorship etc.
- Assist with event promotion to local businesses, schools, sports clubs etc.
- Responsible for co-ordinating set up with the above, at all home game days (May 27, June 7, 9, 18, 23 & 26) to ensure the smooth functioning of the event / fan experience.
- Responsible for fan engagement at every event.
- Execute all pre and post match activations as it relates to Fan Experience
- Facilitate and monitor the halftime events for our youth players and ball girls.
- Maintain a visible presence throughout the game day event for any guest inquiries, comments, or concerns.
- Provide excellent customer service and hospitality .
- Assist with post-event evaluations, helping to analyze event successes and areas for improvement.
- Such other duties, activities, and roles as the Head Coach or Event Manager from time to time may designate in its sole and absolute discretion.
Qualifications
Required:
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
- Access to a mobile phone for organizational communication.
Preferred:
- Passion for soccer and basic understanding of the sport.
Role Stipulations
- Availability to attend the majority of home matches at our stadium at Stanford Medicine Sports Complex in Pleasanton, CA, during the internship period (official match schedule will be provided).
- Willingness to work extended hours, including evenings and weekends, on match days.
- Physical ability to lift and carry heavy equipment and stand or walk for long periods in varying weather conditions.
- Professional demeanor when interacting with Front Office staff, players, coaches, and fans.
- Capability to secure reliable transportation at your own expense.
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.
