U.S. Tennis (USTA)

U.S. Tennis (USTA)

Undergraduate Intern Summer 2026 - Event & Tournament Services

U.S. Tennis (USTA) - Intern
Orlando · FL
Event Operations/Management · Administrative Support · Paid Internship
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Who We Are
We are Tennis! The USTA (United States Tennis Association) is the national governing body for the sport of tennis and the leader in promoting and developing the sport’s growth on every level in the United States, from local communities to the crown jewel of the professional game, the US Open.

Why Intern with the USTA?
We are a passionate team of staff and volunteers focused on growing the sport of tennis and making it accessible to all. We are committed to removing barriers and crafting opportunities for ALL to participate. Don’t know tennis? Don't worry, you can still find yourself in the game!

The Role
The Events & Tournament Services department oversees all racquet sport events at the National Campus. The intern will play a key role in supporting event operations and administrative functions to ensure smooth and successful tournaments. This role provides hands-on experience in event coordination, logistics, and communication within a professional sports environment.
  • Assist with calendar management and scheduling for racquet sport events
  • Support event operations, including setup and maintenance of scoreboards and other on-site logistics
  • Help coordinate facility requests and ensure event spaces are properly prepared
  • Perform tournament desk duties, including player check-in, match scheduling, and results entry
  • Participate in pre-event planning meetings to discuss logistics, staffing, and operational needs

Program details:
  • 8-week program from June 9 through August 11
  • Schedule: Monday–Thursday, 9:00 AM–5:00 PM ET
  • Hybrid role requiring 3 days per week on-site at our Orlando office.
  • Compensation: $16.00 per hour

Who You Are
  • Proficient in Serve Tennis, Monday.com, and Google Suite; basic tennis scoring knowledge preferred
  • Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple tasks and event details
  • Excellent communication skills and capable of liaising effectively with vendors, participants, and staff
  • Able to work well under pressure and adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment
  • Proactive, detail-oriented, and comfortable working both independently and as part of a team
  • Basic knowledge of event logistics, vendor management, or scheduling is a plus

What the Program Offers
As an intern, you will fully immerse into the USTA culture and be a true part of the team! During the program you will have the opportunity to network with Senior Leadership- including the CEO- as well as be mentored by current staff. Additionally, you can look forward to:

  • Weekly professional development workshops.
  • Participation in a group project which will be presented to staff at the end of the program.
  • Opportunity to have your resume reviewed by one of our recruiters.
  • Ability to participate in company activities, including our 7 Business Resource Groups.
  • And more!
 
Come One, Come All
We strongly encourage you to apply if you’re interested; all unique backgrounds and experiences welcome!

USTA is dedicated to providing equal employment opportunities for all individuals, regardless of age, disability, national origin, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, or expression, pregnancy, veteran status, marital status, family status, alienage or citizenship status, creed, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.