Satellite Facility Operations Intern - Fall 2026

Sporting Kansas City; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

Sporting Kansas City is seeking a Satellite Facility Operations Intern to gain hands-on experience supporting event setup, maintenance, and operations at satellite facilities in Kansas City. This internship offers exposure to coordinating logistics, rentals, and program activities while contributing to professional soccer operations.

The internship runs from August 25 to December 11. Interns will attend home games and related events, work under the Team Lead guidance, develop organizational and

Qualifications

• Strong organizational, communications and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to organize work effectively, conceptualize and prioritize objectives and exercise independent judgment.
• Exceptional attention to detail, and talent for accuracy and precision.
• Professional appearance and attitude, as well as the ability to work with others.

Responsibilities

• Assist with setup and breakdown of all events.
• Maintain satellite facilities to Sporting KC standards.
• Prepare facilities for internal and external rentals.
• Support ongoing project lists and general maintenance.
• Act as a point of contact for SFO events and rentals.
• Attend home games and related events.
• Represent Sporting Kansas City professionally.
• Perform other related tasks as assigned.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Job description

Job Description Summary

The Satellite Facility Operations Intern will gain hands‑on experience performing a variety of roles within a fast paced, behind‑the‑scenes environment, with the chance to have a direct impact on professional soccer in Kansas City. Sporting Kansas City’s collaborative environment full of learning opportunities is designed to help all interns evolve their capabilities, challenge their strengths, and reach their fullest potential.

This internship runs from August 25th - December 11th.

Sporting Kansas City internships allow students or recent graduates to hold a temporary position within the organization, with emphasis on training and gathering practical experience in their field of specialization by doing a variety of tasks as assigned by their Team Lead.

Sporting Kansas City is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and equity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all associates. All associates are expected to positively collaborate with individuals of diverse backgrounds. We encourage all talented individuals looking for a challenge to apply.

Job Description

Essential Functions

• Help assist, plan and execute the set up and breakdown of all events

• Help assist in keeping all satellite facilities pristine and to the Sporting KC Standard

• Prepare facilities for internal and external rentals

• Assist SFO team with on-going project lists and general maintenance

• Act as a point of contact for SFO special events, rentals and Sporting KC Programs.

• Attend all Sporting Kansas City home games, as well as non-soccer related events.

• Always represent Sporting Kansas City and its related affiliates in a professional manner.

• Perform other related tasks as assigned.

Match Day Responsibilities

• Match Day attendance is determined by events at Satellite Facilities

Personal Attributes

• Strong organizational, communications and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to organize work effectively, conceptualize and prioritize objectives and exercise independent judgment based on an understanding of organizational policies and activities.

• Exceptional attention to detail, and talent for accuracy and precision.

• Professional appearance and attitude, as well as the ability to work with others.