Job Description

USL Work Experience Program
Job Title:  Graphic Design UWEP internship
Position Type:  Internship - For College Credit Hours Only 
Semester: Summer 2026
Location:  Remote

Overview of the United Soccer League (USL)

The United Soccer League (USL) is shaping the future of American soccer through the largest connected soccer ecosystem in the United States. With a presence in more than 200 communities nationwide, the USL unites every level of the game — from youth development to Division One professional competition — across both men’s and women’s pathways.

Rooted in community and driven by a bold vision, the USL is turning local passion into nationwide momentum by giving every fan a home, every player a pathway, and every community a place in American soccer’s exciting next chapter.

United for Soccer.

Program Purpose

Under the direction and guidance of USL Executives and Leaders (mentors), the USL Work Experience Program (UWEP) provides students with the unique opportunity to gain practical sport management experience in a professional sports league setting. By working on various strategic projects and initiatives, UWEP participants will gain hands on experience with league staff as well as member teams.

Participants are tasked with and responsible for partnering within a specialized department but will interact with all league departments across the organization including business development, digital, club services, analytics, and more; with the ultimate goal of providing students with well-rounded practical work experience in sports. 

Position Purpose

Under the direction of the USL Creative Services team, the Graphic Design UWEP supports the Creative Services department by assisting with the design of graphics for web, social and other marketing media outlets. The Participant will assume an integral role in the production of graphic design and related materials.  

Duties and Responsibilities

Specific duties include, but are not limited to:

• Work alongside the Graphic Design team to create graphic design and related material for use across multiple platforms.
• Create cutouts of player headshots.
• Create templates for use over several mediums.
• Analyze how to enhance the impact of graphic design within a larger communications strategy.
• Assist other departments and operational areas with graphic design requests. 
• Assist other departments and operational areas as requested to provide a well-rounded overview of working in sports.

Qualifications:

• Participants must be working towards a bachelor’s or master’s degree in a related field and/or training and must certify that they are able to receive college course credit from an accredited college or university for their participation.
• Solid computer skills and proficiency with MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook are a must.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills are required. 
• Positive attitude and strong work ethic are a must. Must have a “team-first” mentality with an eagerness to learn. 
• Should be extremely organized and detail oriented, with a focus on quality and consistency. 
• While completing the USL Work Experience Program remotely, participants must have access to a computer or laptop with reliable internet connection. 

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.

Job Questions:

1. Are you able to receive college course credit from an accredited college or university for your participation in the Work Experience Program?

2. What days & hours would you be able to participate in the Work Experience Program?

3. Provide a link to your portfolio:

4. Approximately how many hours per week would you like to participate in the Work Experience Program?

5. Do you have access to a computer/laptop with reliable internet access?

6. Are you legally authorized to work in the United States for our Company?

7. Do you now, or will you in the future, require sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H-1B visa status, etc.) to work legally for our Company in the United States?

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Work experience placement, Summer work, H1b, Local area, Work visa

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