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Explore the NSCAA: Join us in the Fall

Posted by NSCAA on Jun 21, 2013 in Community 1 Comment

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Do you have a passion for the sport of soccer? Do you want to work in an organization where your tasks directly impact the Association and its members?

If so, take a look at the opportunities the World’s Largest Soccer Coaches Organization can offer you!

Through the NSCAA internship program, interns are given the opportunity to work closely with various departments and are challenged with projects that directly impact its members.

Additionally, interns may have the opportunity to work with a variety of NSCAA partners such as Soccer.com, Kwik Goal, and Major League Soccer. With an NSCAA internship, you will be receiving much more than work experience; you will be working with a community that invests in you and helps you advance in your career.

Other benefits include:

  • A one-on-one lunch with NSCAA CEO Joe Cummings
  • Learning seminars that focus on your career development
  • Social and networking outings with your peers and the office staff
  • A NSCAA Coaching diploma at no cost to you
  • An affordable housing option located in the heart of Kansas City
  • Real world experience that will set you apart in the job market


Positions for the 2013 fall semester starting in August are now open, with opportunities in marketing, finance, graphic design, events and education. For additional information and to apply, visit the NSCAA Internship Program page.

Time to meet our current summer internship class! Coming from all sides of the United States, having backgrounds in various degrees and areas of study, this internship class brings a variety of skills to the Association.

Alec Belden

College

Westminster College (Mo.)

Major

Sports Management with a minor in coaching

Hometown

Joplin, Mo.

NSCAA Department

Events

What is your favorite animal?

Alligator Gar (yes, it’s a real thing!)

What is your favorite sports memory?

Being named First Team All-Conference and winning conference tennis championships in 2011 and 2013 in college.

What do you hope to accomplish working at the NSCAA this summer?

I want to learn as much as I possibly can so I feel well prepared for a future job in the sports industry.

Lexi Dakin

College

Michigan State University

Degree

B.A. in professional writing with an emphasis on editing and publishing

Hometown

Hastings, Mich.

NSCAA Department

Marketing - Communications

What is your favorite animal?

Panda

What is your favorite sports memory?

Abby Wambach’s header in overtime against Brazil in the 2011 World Cup to force a shootout and ultimately send the USWNT to the final.

What do you hope to accomplish working at the NSCAA this summer?

I want to learn the ins and outs of a communications strategy for a national organization.

Eric Dodd

College

Macalester College

Degree

B.A. in political science, minor in sociology

Hometown

“Land of the Free, Home of the Brave” Fort Madison, Iowa

NSCAA Department

Education

What is your favorite animal?

Dumbo Octopus

What is your favorite sports memory?

Landon Donovan’s last second goal against Algeria to send the U.S. into the knockout rounds of the 2010 World Cup.

What do you hope to accomplish working at the NSCAA this summer?

I am hoping to gain experience and insight into the U.S. soccer market while at the same time making connections in the esteemed NSCAA. I also hope to make some excellent memories in Kansas City working with people who genuinely love the game of soccer. 

Paul Jetton

College

Pepperdine University

Major

Economics

Hometown

Leland, Mich.

NSCAA Department

Marketing

What is your favorite animal?

Dog

What is your favorite sports memory?

Watching the 2012 Champions League semifinal between Chelsea and Barcelona at Camp Nou.

What do you hope to accomplish working at the NSCAA this summer?

I hope to gain applicable work experience, promote the beautiful game and enjoy summer in Kansas City. 

Brad Nein

College

United States Sports Academy

Degree

Doctorate in Sports Management

Hometown

Severn, Md.

NSCAA Department

Education

What is your favorite animal?


Dog- I have four

What is your favorite sports memory?

Building tremendous lifelong relationships with teammates

What do you hope to accomplish working at the NSCAA this summer?

I want to learn how a top level soccer organization functions on a day to day basis. 

 

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    • Raymond Ford
    • 08/09/2013 03:56pm

    Hi Eric, email me rayford1973@hotmail.com as I am now in Louisiana not Curry college Mass. popping over to twin cities this month. FORDY

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