WorldCupAC Spring Internship
A Stockton University Initiative — Shaping the Future of Global Tourism in Atlantic City
About WorldCupAC
The official digital platform connecting FIFA World Cup 2026 visitors to Atlantic City's vibrant hospitality, entertainment, and cultural experiences.
WorldCupAC.com is launching December 1, 2025 as a student-powered initiative that will drive international tourism to South Jersey during the historic 48-team tournament running from June 11 to July 19, 2026.
Led by Stockton University's Esports Innovation Center, this internship offers 15-20 selected students the opportunity to play a pivotal role in the pre-tournament build-out phase, working directly with Atlantic City's hospitality leaders, casino executives, and international tourism organizations.
This is more than an internship—it's a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to be part of the world's biggest sporting event and leave a lasting impact on our region's global presence.
Specialized Teams
Join one of three dynamic teams working on different aspects of the WorldCupAC platform
Website Development & Content
- Build and test WorldCUPAC.com with multilingual functionality
- Create listings for 100+ Atlantic City venues
- Develop event pages and transportation guides
- Create multilingual social media content
Sponsorship & Partnership Development
- Research and contact potential sponsors
- Prepare pitch decks and sponsorship packages
- Track leads and manage relationships in CRM
- Support sponsor relationship management
International Engagement & Marketing
- Build relationships with international fan clubs
- Coordinate digital ambassador programs
- Create promotional campaigns for global audiences
- Support pre-launch marketing and impact reporting
Professional Development
Direct Mentorship
Work closely with Stockton faculty and Atlantic City business leaders
Executive Meetings
Accompany staff to meetings with casino executives and hospitality leaders
Portfolio Building
Create showcase projects in digital marketing and global partnerships
Global Networking
Connect with tourism boards and international organizations
Ideal Candidates
Academic Background
- Current Stockton University students (all majors welcome)
- Priority to Business, Marketing, Hospitality majors
- Communications & Computer Science students
- International Studies & Languages
Skills & Experience
- Strong communication skills (email, phone, LinkedIn)
- Multilingual ability highly preferred (Spanish, Portuguese, French, Arabic, Japanese)
- Experience with WordPress, Canva, Google Suite
- CRM tools experience a plus
📅 Timeline & Extension Opportunity
Internship Period: Week of January 27, 2026 through May 9, 2026 (15-20 hours/week)
Interviews: Early January 2026
Extension Opportunity: Selected interns may continue through Summer 2026 for the World Cup tournament, supporting live event coordination and visitor services during the historic June 11 - July 19, 2026 tournament.
How to Apply
Ready to be part of soccer history? Here's how to join the team.
Prepare Materials
Create your resume and a brief cover letter OR 1-minute video introduction
Tell Your Story
Why are you excited about the World Cup coming to our region? What skill will you bring to the team?
Submit Application
Send your materials to the email below with the specified subject line
Subject Line: WorldCUPAC Spring 2026 Intern - [Your Name]