OPPORTUNITIES WITH THE IOWA HIGH SCHOOL ATHLETIC ASSOCIATION
FACILITATE & MAINTAIN THE HIGH CALIBER OF IOWA HIGH SCHOOL SPORTS
Working with the Iowa High School Athletic Association in any capacity means working for the benefit of high school student-athletes across the state.
IHSAA employees, committees and boards, event staff, and interns can play a critical part in Iowa athletics, allowing the tradition of excellence to continue among all IHSAA-sanctioned activities.
INTERNSHIPS WITH THE IHSAA
The IHSAA accepts college interns annually. If interested in a job shadow opportunity during the school year, please contact our staff.
Positions
Summer internships.
Up to three individuals selected. Preferred positions:
- SPORT ADMINISTRATION
- COMMUNICATIONS
- DESIGN
- SOCIAL MEDIA
Term
Summer 2026.
Full-time positions, run up to 12 weeks. Target start date of May 18, end date of August 6.
Expected 30-35 hours per week in IHSAA’s Boone office.
More hours expected on-site during state tournament events: Track & Field, Tennis, Golf, Soccer, Baseball.
Duties
Provide administrative support for IHSAA sport administrators and communications team.
Reports directly to assistant directors and communications director, works with all staff members.
Depending on capabilities, interns may assist with:
- Sport Administration
- Event support, sport data, member school communication, classifications, policy review.
- Communications
- Social media management, content creation, digital and publication design, sports information.
- State tournament event management.
- Digital projects coordination.
- Other duties as assigned.
Requirements & Skills
Intended for current undergraduate or graduate college students.
Must be detail-oriented, self-starter, knowledgeable about Iowa high school sports.
Qualified candidates will show ability to work independently and communicate effectively to all IHSAA stakeholders.
Sport Administration
Majors preferred: Sports management, education, event management, or similar. Previous athletics experience required.
Communications
Majors preferred: Communications, journalism, public relations, sports media, or similar. Background in athletics beneficial.
Ability to utilize Adobe (InDesign, PhotoShop, Premiere), Office (Word, Excel) suites for assigned tasks. Social media proficiency.
Compensation
$18 per hour. All work-related expenses covered.
To Apply
Applications must include:
- Resume
- Cover letter (one page)
- Two letters of recommendation
- Indicate preferred position
- Please select sports administration OR communications
- Communications applicants may provide a portfolio and/or sample links
Send completed applications and inquiries to Chris Cuellar via email: [email protected]. Deadline for application is Thursday, February 12, 2026.
Timeline
- February 12: Deadline for applications.
- February 24-27: Interviews and selections.
- May 18: Start date.
- August 7: End date.
IHSAA COMMITTEE OPENINGS
Student Advisory Committee
In 2021, the IHSAA launched a student advisory committee to assist the organization in its efforts to promote leadership, sportsmanship and integrity. This group will also provide the IHSAA with an important direct link to the “student voice” as it pertains to programs of the IHSAA. Twelve students – six juniors and six seniors – will be selected to this committee from nominations submitted by member schools. The application is open to all juniors and senior, regardless of gender or sport participation.
Please encourage junior and senior students at your school to serve on this committee.
EVENT STAFF OPPORTUNITIES
Play a part on the integral team that makes each IHSAA event a success. Most opportunities are state tournament-based and located at the host site.
Please contact a respective sport administrator for any event-specific staffing opportunities.
