LA28 Olympian/Paralympian Athlete Fellowship Program: Winter 2027

LA28 (Web); Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 66,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

LA28 is seeking former Olympic/Paralympic athletes for the Olympian/Paralympian Athlete Fellowship Program: Winter 2027. It is a year‑long program with two six‑month rotations across LA28’s teams, starting Jan 2027 and Jul 2027.

Fellows will be evaluated through interviews and recruited from a diverse applicant pool. Participants gain work experience, expand networks and provide feedback throughout the program.

Qualifications

• Must have competed in Olympic or Paralympic Games (Summer/Winter/any year/USA or any country).
• Must hold current US work permit/employment authorization, no sponsorship will be provided.
• Must be retired from elite international competition and able to work full time.
• Excellent written, verbal skills and analytical ability.
• Must live or be willing to relocate to LA area (relocation assistance not provided).

Responsibilities

• Fellows undertake two six‑month rotations across LA28’s operational teams.
• Assignments are determined based on interviews and the applicant pool.
• Fellows gain valuable work experience, expand networks and provide feedback throughout the program.

Skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Analytical ability

US work authorization

Relocation willingness to LA

Job description

LA28 is the independent, non-profit, privately funded organizing committee for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games. We are on a singular mission to create an Olympic and Paralympic Games that celebrate all that this city and country have to offer, delivering an unparalleled experience for athletes, fans, partners and our community.

The 2028 Games mark the return of the Summer Games to the U.S. for the first time in 32 years and Los Angeles’ third time hosting an Olympic Games and first time welcoming the Paralympic Games. This presents the unique and exciting opportunity to celebrate our legacy with the Games and push the Olympic and Paralympic Movements forward, writing a new chapter of Games history in Los Angeles.

Putting on an Olympic and Paralympic Games is a team sport. To build a Games unlike any the world has seen before, we need the best team in place–a team full of diverse perspectives, experiences and expertise. We are guided by the following set of values and behaviors–optimism, integrity, excellence, inclusion, co-creation and boldness–and look forward to hearing about how your past experiences align with them.

LA28 Olympian/Paralympian Athlete Fellowship Program: WINTER 2027

PROGRAM

The LA28 Olympian/ParalympianAthleteFellowship Program is a year-long opportunity featuring two six-month rotations across LA28’s operational teams. Successful candidates will completeone rotation fromJanuary toJune2027and another from JulytoDecember 2027. Assignments will bedeterminedbased on interviews and theapplicantpool. Fellows will gain valuable work experience, expand their networks, and provide feedback throughout the program.

Since its launch in 2021, the program has supported 51 participants and graduates. These Athlete Fellows have represented 22 countries and competed in 30 sports, collectively earning 27 Olympic and Paralympic medals across 21 editions of the Games.

CANDIDATE PROFILE

• Must havecompetedin Olympic or Paralympic Games (Summer/Winter/any year/USA or any country)
• Must hold current US work permit/employment authorization,no sponsorship will be provided.
• Must be retired from elite international competition and able to work full time.
• Excellent written, verbal skills and analytical ability
• Must live or be willing to relocate to LA area (relocationassistancenot provided)

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Available to work onsite in our Downtown Los Angeles-based office
• The majority of work will be conducted in an office setting, requiring extended periods of time using computers, phones, and other office equipment.
• The LA28 office is an open floorplan working environment; employees must be able to work efficiently in an open cubicle environment.
• Hours of work may vary, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, especially during peak event periods.

TIMELINE

• September 1st- Applicationportalopens
• October 15th:5pm PT - Applicationportalcloses
• October - November - Application review and interviews
• Late November – Offers extended
• January 11th- Program Starts – Fellows begin first rotation

FUNCTIONAL AREAS

LA28’s work spans many teams,each focused on a differentaspectof planning and delivering the 2028 Olympic & Paralympic Games. FortheSummer 2026cohort,Fellowswill be placed in one participating Functional Area (FA)based on program needs, qualifications, and your ranked preferences. As part of theapplication, you will select your top 1–5Functional Areasfor consideration.Each FA offers different project work and may requirespecifictools, technical skills, or functionalexpertise.

INFORMATION SESSIONS

If you would like more information or have questions, please register for one of the Virtual sessions below.

• Wednesday,September 23rd@ 5:00 PM PT:
• Wednesday, September 30th@ 12:00 PM PT:

SUBMISSION

To applysubmit:

• Resume / CV
• Cover letteroutliningwhy youwould like to work for LA28 and what you wouldcontributeto the organization
• A ranking of your top five Departments (1–5), included within your resume/CV
• You may update and resubmit your ranked preferences after your interview, if needed. Please note that rotation availability is subject to change.

Athlete Fellows can expect an hourly rate of $33.00 per hour and will be scheduled to work a 40-hour week. The pay scale provided is the range that LA28 reasonably expects to pay as starting base compensation for this role. All LA28 compensation remains subject to final determination based on individual candidate qualifications, experience, or other reasonable criteria consistent with LA28’s operational business needs and applicable law.

LA28 does not provide relocation assistance.

LA28 is committed to fair and unbiased recruitment procedures allowing all applicants an equal opportunity for employment, free from discrimination on the basis of religion, race, sex, age, sexual orientation, disability, color, ethnic or national origin, or any other classification as may be protected by applicable law. LA28 will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance and all applicable laws. We strive to build a team that is inclusive and encourage qualified candidates of all backgrounds, perspectives, and identities to apply. We assess applications based on relevant skills, education, and experience a candidate can add to our team.