Operations Intern

Join us, because history doesn’t write itself..

Wrexham AFC are delighted to offer paid internships for the 2026 / 27 season

We truly believe in the power of potential — and there’s nothing more rewarding than helping the next generation find their feet and flourish. As our club continues to grow and strive to make our community proud, we’re excited to open our doors to passionate, driven young people who want to be part of that journey. This is a chance to gain meaningful, hands-on experience, build confidence, and take those all-important first steps toward a bright and successful future.

These placements are designed for students who have recently completed a relevant degree or those undertaking a required “year in industry” as part of their course — ready to turn their knowledge into real impact while growing alongside us.

This placement is subject to an enhanced DBS check (with Children’s Barred list)

Role: Operations Internship

Contract duration: 10-11 months

Type: Internship

Hours: 40 hours per week including weekends 

Department: Operations

Location: SToK Cae Ras, Mold Road, Wrexham, LL11 2AH

The role will be to support the team to maintain high standards of regulation and administration for the EFL and Support the Head of Operations.

What you’ll be doing

• Support the administration and coordination of the Match Day Operations as required.
• Support the Ops team in the pre and post-match operational duties, including Safety, Logistics briefings.
• Support the review and investigation of operational and football regulatory issues.
• Provide general support to Football Operations activities, projects and initiatives.
• Be aware of the Green Guide in relation to match day safety.
• Support the preparation and delivery of Football Operations events and meetings.
• Support with creating reports and presentations.
• Assist with ensuring a safe and secure site, including being a keyholder.
• Provide support for the review and development of Football Operations documents, including competition guidance, updating manuals and handbooks.
• Work alongside internal departments on cross-team projects and other initiatives as required.
• Support working relationships with all internal and external stakeholders as required.
• Execute additional tasks as required to meet changing priorities of an evolving business.
• Comply with all company policies and procedures to ensure the highest standards of health, safety and well-being can be maintained.

What are we looking for?

• Excellent written and verbal skills.
• Good organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple stakeholders and projects.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and a proactive attitude.
• The ability to prioritise a heavy workload and work to tight deadlines.
• The ability to handle confidential information and exercise discretion.
• Flexible approach to working hours.
• Ability to review, evaluate and streamline existing services and procedures.

Beneficial to have:

• Interest and knowledge of the sports industry in general and the football industry in particular.
• Experience of supporting and coordinating activations and sports events.
• Degree in Football Business or similar.

Please use the additional information section of the online application form stating:

• Why you would like the role at Wrexham AFC
• What you would bring to our team
• What you think you could gain from working at Wrexham AFC

Why Work for Us
If you are looking for an organisation committed to building a strong, inclusive, high performing workplace where every individual is valued, supported and empowered to grow with fantastic benefits which include:

• Enhanced holidays
• Enhanced pension
• Enhanced sick leave
• Health and wellbeing time off
• Volunteering day
• Wrexham AFC retail discounts
• Matchday Tickets 

SAFEGUARDING

We are committed to ensuring everyone who engages with the Club Academy has a positive, safe,

and supportive experience.

Staff are required to comply with all aspects of the Academy Safeguarding Policies and arrangements and to take

personal responsibility and care to enable strong safeguarding practices to be embedded in the Academy and across the Club too.

This post is subject to an Enhanced DBS Check with Children’s Barred List.

HEALTH & SAFETY

Take responsibility and care for the health and safety of yourself and other employees and members of the public who may be affected by your acts or omissions at work.

To comply with all aspects of the Club’s Health & Safety Policy and arrangements, to enable the company

to perform its civil and statutory obligations in relation to Health & Safety.

EQUALITY, DIVERSITY & INCLUSION

Hold a commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion in the workplace.