FIFA26 Future Leaders Spring 2025 Internship Program Department: Workforce, People & Culture Employment Type: Internship Location: Miami Reporting To: Katie Burnett Description At FIFA World Cup 2026, our vision is to unite the world through the greatest, most innovative, and inclusive sporting event of all time. The FIFA World Cup 26™ will mark the first time that the tournament features 48 teams and will be hosted by three countries: Canada, Mexico, and the United States. This new format redefines excellence, generating unique opportunities for greater participation and engagement from fans and players in North America and all over the world. Now is your time to be a game changer and join the workforce that is planning and delivering this unique and unforgettable experience.  THE POSITION Our 12-week internship program offers undergraduate and graduate students the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in various Functional Areas within our organization. Interns will work closely with mentors and team members to contribute to real projects and initiatives, developing skills essential for success in their respective fields through meaningful assignments, networking opportunities, and professional development sessions. We offer two types of internships: Associate Internship (Sophomore/Junior Level): • Duration: 12 weeks minimum commitment • Eligibility: Associate's program and Bachelor’s program • Objective: Provide students with foundational experience and exposure to our organization's operations and culture. Responsibilities: • Assist team members in day-to-day tasks and projects. • Participate in training sessions and workshops to develop essential skills. • Contribute ideas and insights to team meetings and brainstorming sessions. • Complete assigned projects within given deadlines. Senior Internship (Seniors, Graduate Students, and Recent Graduates): • Duration: 12 weeks minimum commitment • Eligibility: Senior undergraduate students, graduate students, or recent graduates (within previous 24 months) • Objective: Provide advanced experiential learning opportunities aligned with students' academic and career goals. Responsibilities: • Take ownership of individual projects under the guidance of mentors and team members. • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver impactful results. • Analyze data and present findings to stakeholders. • Develop and execute strategies to address real-world challenges. Both internship tracks offer valuable learning experiences, networking opportunities, and mentorship to help interns succeed in their academic and professional endeavors. Functional Areas Available:   • Arrivals & Departures (Event Airport Operations) • Accommodations • Human Resources • Recruitment • Events & Entertainment • Planning & Integration • Finance • Fan Operations • Venue Business Strategy • Safety & Security • Media Operations • Facility Management & Hospitality • Legal • Infrastructure & Technical Services • Technology • Event Transport • Communications & PR • Volunteer Management • Uniforms • Workforce Planning & Operations • Employee Engagement Working Hours: This internship follows traditional business hours, Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM . Interns are expected to work within these hours. Department Placement: While we welcome interns to indicate their preferred departments, please note placement is based on both preferences and an evaluation of your background and experience. As a result, you may be aligned to a different department to ensure the best fit for your skills and development during the internship. YOUR PROFILE Work Experience • Our internships are entry-level and require no prior experience. We believe in providing valuable work opportunities for students from diverse backgrounds, regardless of their experience level. Whether you're passionate about sports, events management, marketing, technology, or any other field, our internship program offers a supportive environment to learn, grow, and thrive. • The FIFA 26 Internship Program is tailored to prepare students to enter the workforce with confidence. Through hands-on projects, mentorship, and professional development opportunities, interns gain the skills and knowledge needed to excel in their future careers. Languages • Fluent in English and/or Spanish and French. Technology • Proficient in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Visio & Project) and planning software and online collaboration tools ACCOUNTABILITY : Demonstrate commitment to responsibilities and objectively analyze one’s behavior, while assuming consequences of one’s own actions and/or decisions and learning from one’s mistakes. DECISION MAKING: Ability to identify and swiftly make decisions in critical situations, take initiative and calculated risks, explore alternative solutions, and respond promptly to unforeseen circumstances. INCLUSIVITY : Achieve shared organizational objectives by sharing information with colleagues across all levels and divisions, tangibly influencing others, and maintaining a network of support contacts. INITIATIVE: Capacity to break new ground, look for unconventional solutions, and produce fresh ideas. INNOVATION : Capacity to break new ground, look for unconventional solutions, and produce fresh ideas. LEADERSHIP: Ability to lead one’s contacts/colleagues/partners, encourage teamwork, and delegate authority / decision-making power, as needed, to produce the expected results and make efficient use of the team’s skills and talents. VISION : Ability to perceive the organization's global environmental impact, anticipate decision consequences, grasp organizational missions, and formulate strategic plans.

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