Undergraduate Intern Summer 2026 - Adult Competition

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 Adult Competition Intern will serve as a strategic contributor to the Adult Competition Team, supporting core initiatives such as USTA Adult Leagues, Tournaments, Tennis on Campus, and Red Ball Tennis. This role offers comprehensive exposure to program operations, providing the intern with the platform to deliver high-impact contributions across the USTA’s adult competitive portfolio.

• Tennis on Campus (TOC) Expansion: Assist in developing and implementing growth strategies to increase student participation and club tennis engagement across collegiate campuses.
• Red Ball Tennis Innovation: Coordinate the continued rollout of Red Ball Tennis programs in non-traditional spaces (e.g., breweries, corporate campuses, or multi-sport facilities) to lower barriers to entry for new players.
• USTA Flex Growth Strategy: Support the scaling of USTA Flex Leagues by identifying untapped markets and drafting localized outreach plans to attract self-scheduled competitive players.
• Digital Content Management: Assist in maintaining and updating the Adult Competition sections of the USTA website, ensuring all program information, resources, and schedules are accurate and engaging.
• National Championship Support: Execute project-based tasks for League National Championships, including logistics planning, player communications, and on-site operational deliverables.

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

• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to work collaboratively with various teams and stakeholders.

• A keen interest in event planning, sports operations, and the tennis industry.

• Attention to detail and a problem-solving attitude, with the ability to adapt to changing priorities.

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.