POSITION SUMMARY:

The Associate Coordinator Internship within the Student-Athlete Development Department at ACDS is an opportunity for individuals excited about supporting the development of the next generation of prominent College and professional golfers, while gaining once rewarding experience at a highly innovative, diversified and multi-national organization.

LOCATION:

The Associate Coordinator of Student-Athlete Development will work at the Asia Headquarters for ACDS, located in the cosmopolitan city of Shanghai, China.

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

The Associate Coordinator of Student-Athlete Development will work with the ACDS team in preparing junior golfers for success at the College level and beyond. Interns will have the opportunity to contribute to and participate in various activities in the organization, as part of the China Team, including the planning and operating of junior golf tournaments and other ACDS events, working with various partner organizations such as golf associations, sponsors and junior golf academies, and will provide invaluable mentorship to the junior golfers enrolled in ACDS Programs.

The diverse functions in the ACDS office also offers Associate Coordinators opportunities to learn from and contribute their individual skill sets in areas such as sales, sports psychology, fitness and nutrition, digital marketing, web, UI and graphic design, coding and programming, data analysis, public relations, finance and HR.

ACDS Interns play an integral role in helping junior golfers become both successful College athletes and responsible citizens of their communities; thus positively impacting their lives. Interns who take on the job are also contributing enormously to the development of junior golfers and the growth of junior golf at home and abroad.

ACDS provides all interns with hands-on training, real experience, and mentoring opportunities. Interns develop skills, make connections, strengthen their resumes and references, learn about the industry, and assess their interest and abilities. Interns use their novel perspectives, fresh ideas, and specialized strengths and skill sets to aid in the organization's continued success in developing the College and professional golfers of tomorrow.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Under the direct supervision of the Development Coordinator;

• Undergo ongoing training from Development Coordinators and Directors
• Become proficient in the delivery of key components of ACDS Program Curriculum
• Conduct Program Orientations for parents and players
• Participate in regular parent meetings and clinics
• Be available for travel to various locations across the Asia Pacific Region and the U.S.
• Plan and operate junior golf tournaments, camps and other ACDS-run events
• Provide tournament ops orientation for participants and volunteers at ACDS-run events
• Assist the Communications Team in creating and publishing media content
• Communicate and coordinate with ACDS partner organizations
• At all times, ensure a positive, safe environment for ACDS junior golfers
• Promote ACDS mission by modeling organization’s values
• Respect and closely adhere to NCAA Bylaws
• Convey the ACDS brand image to the public
• Perform other duties, as assigned

EDUCATION:

• Graduation from an accredited high school or an equivalent certificate or diploma
• Minimum 3 years completed in 4-year University Program
• Minimum GPA of 3.00

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:

• 3-years of experience competing as student-athlete in the NCAA (DI, DII, DIII)
• Proficient in Mandarin Chinese (speaking, reading and writing)

QUALIFICATIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

• Successfully pass police background checks performed by ACDS

OTHER QUALIFICATIONS:

• Exceptional communication, fiscal management and managerial skills
• Willingness to take active leadership role
• Highly motivated and task-oriented
• Willingness to work long hours in hot/cold weather
• Endure physical situations such as heavy lifting
• Confident ability to drive and operate vans & cars, with a valid-driver's license
• Confident ability to operate a company digital camera to take photographs
• Proficient skills in Microsoft Office software

REQUIRED LICENSES OR CERTIFICATES:

• A reference letter from College coach

American College Development Solutions (ACDS) is an international organization dedicated to the development of junior athletes into College-bound student-athletes.