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CAREERS & COACHING

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behind the team

Coaches, customer service pros, leaders, and interns — Michigan Sports Academies hires people who love sports and the families we serve. Find your fit below.

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COACH WITH US

Teaching is at the heart of MSA. If you love the game and want to inspire athletes in West Michigan, we want you on our staff. We hire coaches across soccer, futsal, volleyball, and basketball — for academy teams, leagues, camps, and lessons.

What we look for

  • Passion for the sport and the athletes you coach

  • Professional communication with parents and players

  • Reliable weekly updates and attendance at bi-weekly coaches' meetings

What we provide

  • MSA Coaching Clinic — our methods of training, conflict resolution, concussion management, and social media guidelines

  • CPR training (current certification or attend an MSA session)

  • A supported coaching environment with a clear chain of communication.

How to APPLY

Shoot us an email which sport you'd like to coach plus why you think you’d be a good fit and we'll connect you with the right person on our team.

EMAIL US
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WORK AT OUR FACILITIES

Our facilities are home to thousands of athletes and families every week. If you love a fast-paced, sports-centered environment — and meeting new people with a smile — we want you at our front desk and on our floor team.

QUICK FACTS

  • 6 locations across West Michigan

  • Flexible scheduling around school, sports, and life

What we look for

  • Enthusiasm, positivity, and pride in a job well done

  • CPR training (current certification or attend an MSA session)

  • Flexible night and weekend availability

HOW TO APPLY

Download the MSA Employment Application, complete it, and email it to Juliec@michigansportsacademies.com.

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CAREER OPENINGS

It's not just a job — it's a passion. Our salaried and leadership roles are how we grow MSA. Below are the positions we're actively hiring for right now.

  • HOLLAND, MI · FULL-TIME · SALARIED

    Oversee day-to-day facility operations and staff at MSA Lakeshore. The Building Operations Manager builds a well-trained, high-performing team and delivers a consistent, high-quality customer experience. Areas of oversight include staffing, scheduling, events, leagues, retail, food service, and overall facility readiness, cleanliness, and safety.

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INTERNSHIPS

MSA internships are built for college students who want real experience in the business of youth sports. You'll work directly with our staff and customers, lead programming and events, and gain career insight you can take anywhere.

wHY INTERN AT MSA

  • Work real events and programs

  • Learn from experienced professionals

  • Build your resume and portfolio

  • Expand your network in sports

  • Make a positive impact in your community

PERKS

  • MSA gear — you're part of the team, not just an intern

  • Staff bonding and a casual dress code

  • Direct mentorship from full-time staff

  • Available Spring · Summer · Fall semesters

  • Run the behind-the-scenes of events and ensure everything runs smoothly.

    You'll Work On:

    • Event planning & execution

    • Scheduling & logistics

    • Facility operations

    • Customer & athlete experience

    Skills You'll Gain:
    Operations, Leadership, Probiem Solving, Communication

    Best For Majors:
    Sport Management, Business, Hospitality

  • Create content that tell the MSA story and engages our community.

    You'll Work On:

    • Photo & video capture

    • Editing highlights & reels

    • Social media content

    • Brand storytelling

    Skills You'll Gain:
    Content Creation, Editing, Marketing. Creativity

    Best For Majors:
    Media, Communications, Marketing

  • Support training sessions and help athletes reach their potential.

    You’ll work on:

    • Assist with training & drills

    • Player development

    • Practice planning

    • Athlete evaluations

    Skills You'll Gain:
    Coaching, Leadership, Communication, Teaching

    Best For Majors
    Coaching. Kinesiology, Education

  • Help grow the brand and promote programs, events, and experiences.

    You’ll Work On:‍

    • Marketing campaigns

    • Social media strategy

    • Email & content creation

    • Event promotions

    Skills You'll Gain:
    Marketing, Strategy, Communication, Analytics

    Best For Majors:
    Marketing, Communications, Business

  • Use data to support athlete performance and program decisions.

    You’ll Work On:‍

    • Data collection & tracking

    • Performance analysis

    • Reporting & dashboards

    • Training insights

    Skills You'll Gain:
    Analytics, Data Analysis, Critical Thinking, Excel

    Best For Majors:
    Exercise Science, Data Analytics, Kinesiology

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