Headquartered in Lexington, KY, Associations International (AI) is an award-winning, client-focused association management company serving both domestic and international associations. We partner with volunteer leaders to build extraordinary communities and bring our clients’ missions to life.

As a valued partner of AI,The American Volleyball Coaches Association (AVCA) , is seeking candidates for a collegiate internship for the Spring 2027 semester. Interns will be exposed to a variety of elements related to the fields of sports marketing and association management consisting of, but not limited to, membership recruitment and retention practices, event management, developing marketing strategies, and managing national award programs.

Under the supervision and direction of AVCA staff members, the intern will learn to:

· Provide support with implementation of membership recruitment and retention strategies

· Assist with the development of a marketing plan for membership recruitment

· Assist with weekly digital communications by building and formatting email content (newsletters, features, and updates) using provided templates, including text, images, and links

· Support database management by updating member and coach records, including tracking coaching changes, researching contact information, and maintaining accurate data

· Collaborate on website updates by helping maintain partner pages and ensuring that information is current and accurate

· Provide event support, including preparing printed materials, assisting with invitations and attendee tracking, and helping with pre-event logistics

· Participate in seasonal campaigns and special projects by tracking participation, collecting user-generated content, and supporting cross-functional team needs

· Assist with the implementation of the AVCA award programs at all levels, including national All-America and Coach of the Year awards

· Assist as a contact for the MaxPreps/AVCA High School Player of the Week program

· Other related tasks as assigned by AVCA staff

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS

· Motivated and possess the ability to work under close supervision

· High attention to detail and the ability to move quickly from one task to another

· Excellent written and verbal communication skills

· Working knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel

· Must have access to a computer and reliable internet

Goals:

· Broad experience in sports marketing, association management, and event management

· Opportunities to interact with others in the company to better understand the many aspects of the AVCA and its parent company, Associations International

· Opportunity to demonstrate and gain valuable experience and marketable skills in the fields of sports management and association management

WHY JOIN ASSOCIATIONS INTERNATIONAL?

We hire diverse and talented people who drive the success of our partner associations by bringing their talents, passions, and expertise to the team. We pride ourselves on creating a culture of respect and belonging and are proud to be a Best Places to Work in Kentucky award recipient since 2012!

Associations International is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. AI recruits, employs, trains, compensates, and promotes regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

If you have a disability or special need that requires support in applying, please reach out to our HR team at 859-340-1815.