2026 Lionsbridge FC Internships
WHAT'S IT LIKE?This is not your average internship. It’s not coffee runs or résumé fluff. It’s long days, high expectations, and an all-hands-on-deck team environment. You’ll be thrown into the fire, solving problems before fans ever know they exist, and helping create unforgettable experiences for our community.
If you love sports, thrive in chaos, smile under pressure, and dream of building a career in this industry — this is your launchpad.
OUR CULTURE
At Lionsbridge FC, we’re grinders. We work hard, serve others, and stay relentlessly positive no matter what’s thrown at us. Our interns learn by doing, not by watching. You’ll be challenged, stretched, and supported — and if you give it your all, you’ll come out with the kind of experience that opens real doors in sports.
LET'S CUT TO THE CHASE
This isn't for everyone. The interns who thrive here are:
The interns who struggle here:
Our previous Lionsbridge FC interns have moved into roles with the Kansas City Chiefs, Washington Commanders, Carolina Panthers, Washington Nationals, Boston Red Sox, Pittsburgh Pirates, Milwaukee Bucks, Sporting Kansas City, D.C. United, Loudoun United, Philadelphia Flyers, Carolina Hurricanes, National Hockey League, PGA Tour, NCAA Headquarters, Durham Bulls, Norfolk Admirals, Norfolk Tides, Syracuse Crunch, Northwestern University, Georgia Tech, Virginia Tech, Wake Forest University, College of Charleston, James Madison, Old Dominion University and USC-Upstate.
If you love sports, thrive in chaos, smile under pressure, and dream of building a career in this industry — this is your launchpad.
OUR CULTURE
At Lionsbridge FC, we’re grinders. We work hard, serve others, and stay relentlessly positive no matter what’s thrown at us. Our interns learn by doing, not by watching. You’ll be challenged, stretched, and supported — and if you give it your all, you’ll come out with the kind of experience that opens real doors in sports.
LET'S CUT TO THE CHASE
This isn't for everyone. The interns who thrive here are:
- They’re selfless teammates who put the group ahead of themselves.
- They stay upbeat, positive, and smiling — even on long days.
- They’re proactive problem-solvers who catch the small stuff
- They’re detail-oriented and organized, with a reputation for reliability
- They embrace the grind, whether that’s from playing sports, working tough jobs, or balancing busy schedules.
- They have a natural ability to connect with people and make others feel welcome.
- They’re grateful for the opportunity and fall in love with being part of Lionsbridge.
The interns who struggle here:
- Treat the role as “just for credit” rather than an opportunity to grow.
- Think certain tasks are beneath them.
- Wait to be told what to do instead of taking initiative.
- Struggle with reliability, organization, or consistency.
Our previous Lionsbridge FC interns have moved into roles with the Kansas City Chiefs, Washington Commanders, Carolina Panthers, Washington Nationals, Boston Red Sox, Pittsburgh Pirates, Milwaukee Bucks, Sporting Kansas City, D.C. United, Loudoun United, Philadelphia Flyers, Carolina Hurricanes, National Hockey League, PGA Tour, NCAA Headquarters, Durham Bulls, Norfolk Admirals, Norfolk Tides, Syracuse Crunch, Northwestern University, Georgia Tech, Virginia Tech, Wake Forest University, College of Charleston, James Madison, Old Dominion University and USC-Upstate.
OPPORTUNITIES
Interns will explore one or more areas of the sports business, depending on their interests and skills. All interns will contribute to the success of home game days and work closely with our staff and volunteers.
Community Engagement (Summer)
Digital Content & Media (Spring & Summer)
Spring work may be remote; two positions available
Event Experience (Summer)
Two positions available
Marketing & Merchandising (Spring & Summer)
Soccer Operations (Summer)
Stadium Entertainment (Summer)
Ticketing & Fan Services (Summer)
Two positions available
Interns will explore one or more areas of the sports business, depending on their interests and skills. All interns will contribute to the success of home game days and work closely with our staff and volunteers.
Community Engagement (Summer)
- Assist with player appearances, youth clinics, and nonprofit partnerships
- Support relationships with local soccer clubs and youth programs
- Help coordinate game day activities for kids and community groups
Digital Content & Media (Spring & Summer)
Spring work may be remote; two positions available
- Capture and create content (video, photo, social media)
- Assist with game coverage, team appearances, and storytelling
- Collaborate on pre-game and post-game media projects
Event Experience (Summer)
Two positions available
- Help manage the pre-game Festival Area
- Assist with vendor, sponsor, and volunteer coordination
- Observe and support game day production activities
Marketing & Merchandising (Spring & Summer)
- Assist with marketing campaigns, CRM, and email outreach
- Support game day merchandise setup and customer service
- Help manage the production of the official matchday program
Soccer Operations (Summer)
- Assist with training sessions, matches, and team logistics
- Help manage uniforms, equipment, and locker room setup
- Observe and support player-related operations
Stadium Entertainment (Summer)
- Help script and produce in-stadium entertainment
- Coordinate music, halftime contests, and special performances
- Serve as the on-field host (if comfortable with public speaking and crowd interaction)
Ticketing & Fan Services (Summer)
Two positions available
- Support ticket operations, customer service, and group sales
- Learn ticketing systems and game day logistics
- Contribute to a welcoming, fan-first experience at the stadium
TIME COMMITMENTGame days are long (sometimes 10–12 hours) and often unpredictable. That’s the reality of sports. But if you’re wired for this, it’s the best classroom you’ll ever step into. Schedules vary by role, but all interns are expected to participate on game days (up to two per week). Most roles also include non-game day activities, which may be completed remotely or on-site. Some roles may involve occasional travel, youth clinics, or player appearances.
WHAT YOU'LL GAIN
A true behind-the-scenes education in how sports teams actually run.
Real-world reps that prove you can grind, smile, and problem-solve in a fast-paced environment
Mentorship, feedback and professional developement through your internship. A launchpad into the highly-competitive sports industry -- our alumni now work in the NFL, MLB, NHL, USL, NCAA and more.
ONE MORE THING:
Lionsbridge FC internships are unpaid and designed to comply with the U.S. Department of Labor’s guidelines for educational internships under the Fair Labor Standards Act. These internships are intended to benefit the intern through mentorship, skills development, and exposure to professional environments. Academic credit is strongly encouraged and can often be arranged in collaboration with your college or university.
WHAT YOU'LL GAIN
A true behind-the-scenes education in how sports teams actually run.
Real-world reps that prove you can grind, smile, and problem-solve in a fast-paced environment
Mentorship, feedback and professional developement through your internship. A launchpad into the highly-competitive sports industry -- our alumni now work in the NFL, MLB, NHL, USL, NCAA and more.
ONE MORE THING:
Lionsbridge FC internships are unpaid and designed to comply with the U.S. Department of Labor’s guidelines for educational internships under the Fair Labor Standards Act. These internships are intended to benefit the intern through mentorship, skills development, and exposure to professional environments. Academic credit is strongly encouraged and can often be arranged in collaboration with your college or university.
Application Timeline
Lionsbridge FC is accepting internship applications for the 2026 season, but final decisions likely will not be made until December/January.
Lionsbridge FC is accepting internship applications for the 2026 season, but final decisions likely will not be made until December/January.
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Adam, Matthew, Rileigh, Ethan, Logan, Nico, JJ, Ian and Emily
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Lionsbridge Intern Class of 2023:
Allison, Sarah, Diya, Madison, TJ and Aaron
Allison, Sarah, Diya, Madison, TJ and Aaron
Lionsbridge Intern Class of 2022:
Whitney, Jalen, Amira, Nicky, Olivia, Chipper and Elana
Whitney, Jalen, Amira, Nicky, Olivia, Chipper and Elana
Lionsbridge Intern Class of 2021:
Keirsten, Lydia, Kylee, Karena and MJ
Keirsten, Lydia, Kylee, Karena and MJ
Lionsbridge Intern Class of 2020:
Keirsten, Chelsea, Will, Paige, Lydia, Patrick and Kendra
Keirsten, Chelsea, Will, Paige, Lydia, Patrick and Kendra
Lionsbridge Intern Class of 2019:
Andrew, Gillian, Chelsea, Piper and Patrick
Andrew, Gillian, Chelsea, Piper and Patrick
Lionsbridge Intern Class of 2018:
Maegan, Gillian, Tammy, Andrew and Christian
Maegan, Gillian, Tammy, Andrew and Christian
