ResponsibilitiesMatch & Performance AnalysisFilm Hartford Athletic II matches and training sessions where required
- Code and analyze matches to identify key team and individual performance trends
- Produce concise post-match analysis for the coaching staff
- Identify and organize relevant video clips for team and individual player review
- Maintain an organized library of match and training footage
Support the tracking of team and individual performance indicators throughout the season
Opposition Analysis
- Assist with scouting upcoming opponents through available match footage
- Identify opposition strengths, weaknesses, tendencies, and key players
- Prepare video clips and concise reports to support match preparation
- Work with the coaching staff to translate opposition analysis into practical training and game-plan considerations
Individual Player Development
- Create and maintain individual player video libraries
- Support coaches with individual player reviews and feedback
- Identify clips demonstrating positive actions and development opportunities
- Assist in tracking individual development objectives throughout the season
- Support the creation of player reports where required
Training Analysis
- Film training sessions when appropriate
- Provide video and analytical support around specific training objectives
- Assist coaches in reviewing whether tactical and technical objectives are transferring from training into matches
- Help maintain records of training themes and player-development priorities
Assistant Coaching
- Support the coaching staff with the planning and delivery of Hartford Athletic II training sessions
- Assist with setting up and organizing training activities
- Coach individuals and small groups under the direction of the coaching staff
- Provide appropriate technical and tactical feedback to players
- Assist with warm-ups, technical practices, unit work, and position-specific activities
- Support match-day preparation, warm-ups, and coaching responsibilities
- Contribute ideas during staff discussions and match preparation
First Team & Academy Integration
- Support communication and information sharing across the Hartford Athletic player pathway where appropriate
- Assist with monitoring players identified as having potential to progress within the club
- Help provide video and performance information that supports conversations around player development and progression
- Gain an understanding of how Hartford Athletic II connects the Academy environment with the professional First Team
- Take on other duties, special projects, and coaching or analysis tasks as assigned by the coaching staff
Desired Qualifications
- Strong interest in soccer coaching and/or performance analysis
- Good understanding of the technical and tactical aspects of the game
- Comfortable working with video and technology
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Willing to learn and receive feedback from experienced staff
- Demonstrate initiative and a strong work ethic
- Comfortable communicating with players and coaches
- Reliable and professional
- Interest in developing a career within professional soccer
- Previous experience with video-analysis platforms, match coding, Hudl, or similar technology is beneficial but not essential
- Coaching qualifications or progress toward a recognized coaching license are also desirable
Requirements
- Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program, a recent graduate, or a young coach gaining experience, otherwise must be a volunteer
- Available throughout the fall and/or spring semester
- Willing to work evenings and weekends for training sessions and matches
- Reliable transportation to Hartford Athletic II training and match locations
- Ability to lift and carry up to 40 pounds and assist with training and equipment setup and breakdown
Learning OpportunitiesInterns will gain practical experience in:
- Professional soccer coaching
- Match and opposition analysis
- Video analysis and presentation
- Training-session design and delivery
- Individual player development
- Tactical analysis
- Match-day preparation
- Working within a multidisciplinary coaching staff
- Understanding the demands placed on players transitioning toward professional soccer
- Operating within a professional club and player-development pathway
This internship is ideal for students, recent graduates, or young coaches pursuing careers in Sport Management, Coaching, Performance Analysis, Exercise Science, or related fields who are interested in building a career in professional soccer coaching and analysis.
Hartford Athletic is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital status, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.