Undergraduate Intern Summer 2026 - NTC Tennis Programs

Overview:

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 NTC Tennis Programs intern will serve as a key collaborator within the National Tennis Center (NTC) Tennis Programs Department, gaining hands-on experience in marketing, leadership, and program operations. Acting as a liaison between NTC Tennis Programs Leadership and the NTC Junior Pros, the intern will play an important role in supporting the success of our 7-week Summer Tennis Camp. This role provides valuable exposure to a professional team environment and offers daily interaction with NTC Pro Staff, junior players, summer campers, and departmental leadership.

• Create weekly player and pro court placements in collaboration with NTC Tennis Leadership

• Attend weekly court placement sessions and guide Junior Pros and players to assigned courts

• Present regularly in verbal and large-group settings, providing clear communication and direction

• Coordinate and resolve scheduling conflicts for NTC Junior Pros

• Produce weekly proposals for Junior Pro schedules for the Director of Tennis

• Communicate the approved Junior Pro schedules weekly

• Collaborate with the Programs Team on marketing initiatives and internal camp logistics (e.g., lunch oversight, activity coordination)

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 the BJK National Tennis Center.

• Compensation: $20.00 per hour

Who You Are

• Proficient in Google Suite, especially Google Sheets

• Able to understand junior tennis progressions (preferred but not required)

• Skilled with social media platforms and capable of contributing to content development

• Familiar with Canva and Smartsheet

• Comfortable managing small groups and providing clear direction

• Strong presentation and verbal communication skills

• Organized, proactive, and eager to develop leadership skills in a sports-focused environment

What the Program Offers
As an intern, you will fully immerse yourself in 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.