Matchday Operations Assistant

About the job

Company Description

Fountain City Athletic is a community-driven soccer club focused on growing the game and creating an unforgettable matchday experience in Kansas City. Built on passion, culture, and community engagement, the club is committed to developing opportunities for players, supporters, and local families while establishing a strong presence within the Kansas City soccer landscape.

Fountain City Athletic operates competitive soccer programs, community initiatives, youth development opportunities, and live sporting events designed to bring people together through the game.

Position Overview

Fountain City Athletic is seeking a motivated and energetic Matchday Operations Assistant to support the execution of home matches and club events throughout the season. This position provides hands-on experience in sports operations, event management, fan engagement, and live event logistics within a fast-paced soccer environment.

The ideal candidate is organized, dependable, passionate about sports, and excited to contribute to a growing organization.

This is a seasonal, hybrid internship role based in Kansas City, Missouri, with on-site responsibilities required during matchdays and club events.

Responsibilities

• Assist with matchday setup and stadium preparation
• Support ticketing and fan entry operations
• Help coordinate sponsor activations and promotional activities
• Assist with merchandise setup and sales support
• Support fan engagement initiatives and supporter experience
• Assist with operational logistics before, during, and after events
• Work alongside club staff, volunteers, and vendors to ensure smooth event execution
• Help maintain a professional, safe, and welcoming environment for attendees

Qualifications

• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Strong organizational and problem-solving abilities
• Reliable and able to adapt to changing matchday needs
• Passion for soccer, sports, and live events
• Availability during evenings, weekends, and matchdays
• Prior experience in sports, customer service, hospitality, or event operations is a plus
• Pursuing or recently completed a degree in Sports Management, Business, Communications, or a related field is preferred but not required

What You’ll Gain

• Hands-on experience in live sports and event operations
• Networking opportunities within the sports industry
• Experience working inside a growing soccer organization
• Resume-building operational and event management experience
• Opportunity to contribute directly to the growth of soccer in Kansas City

Additional Information

This internship may be eligible for college credit depending on your educational institution’s requirements. Flexible scheduling is available around matchdays and club events.

Fountain City Athletic is committed to creating an inclusive and welcoming environment for all staff, players, supporters, and community members.