2026 Internship, Spring - Youth Programs Operations

The New York Red Bulls are one of 30 teams in Major League Soccer (MLS). RBNY, one of the ten charter clubs of MLS, have competed in the league since its founding in 1996. The Red Bulls play home matches at Sports Illustrated Stadium (SIS) in Harrison, New Jersey. The three-time MLS Supporters' Shield Winners are owned by the Austrian beverage company Red Bull for which the team is named. The New York Red Bulls offer one of the nation's premier youth soccer development programs, from local soccer partnerships across New York and New Jersey to Regional Development Schools and the Red Bulls Academy teams.

Purpose of this Internship

The Spring 2026 Operations Internship offers hands-on experience in the logistical, organizational, and operational support functions of the New York Red Bulls Youth Programs. The internship runs from January 20th through the end of April and is designed for individuals interested in learning the behind-the-scenes systems that keep a large-scale youth soccer program running efficiently.

The intern will work primarily within three sub-departments of Youth Programs: the Recruitment Department, the Operations Department, and the Player Development Department. The intern will typically be in-person up to three days per week. Some weekend availability will be needed during the Player Development phase of the internship to support event operations.

This is an unpaid, for credit internship (proof that you will receive credit is required).

Areas that play to your strengths

All the responsibilities we'll trust you with:

• • Inventory and Logistics Management – Understand how to maintain accurate inventory systems, prepare shipments, and track stock movement across multiple departments.
  • Operational Efficiency and Organization – Learn to streamline packing, labeling, and storage processes for easy access and improved department functionality.
  • Project and Time Management – Develop planning, scheduling, and follow-through skills while managing multi-phase operational projects.
  • Cross-Department Collaboration – Gain exposure to how operations, recruitment, and RDS/Showcase and Foundation Phase Academy teams’ equipment, administrative and resource needs.
  • Professional Development – Build accountability, adaptability, and initiative in a fast-paced environment.

• • Introduction and onboarding at Sports Illustrated Stadium
  • Weekly check-ins (in-person)
  • Progress tracked through project checklists and audit completion reports
  • Final presentation summarizing accomplishments and key process improvements
  • Key Performance Indicators (KPIs):
    • Inventory accuracy and organization improvement
    • Completion and quality of storage reorganization
    • Timeliness of kit packing and delivery
    • Contribution to RDS/Showcase setup efficiency

EXPERIENCE

Your areas of knowledge and expertise

that matter most for this role:

• Currently enrolled in an accredited degree program
• Detail oriented
• Must have a growth mindset
• Competent in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint
• Interested in operations

• Temporary