Youth Basketball Assistant Coaching Intern (Paid)

Magic Basketball Club | Winter 2026–27

Location: Austin, TX (In Person)
Position Type: Paid, Part-Time Internship
Positions Available: 3–4
Schedule: Two weekday evenings per week, plus occasional Saturday or Sunday tournaments
Compensation: Paid internship; rate and expected hours to be confirmed before offers are made.

About Magic Basketball

Magic Basketball is an Austin-based nonprofit youth basketball organization dedicated to developing young athletes both on and off the court.

Our philosophy is simple: Grow. Belong. Lead.

We believe great coaches do more than teach basketball. They build confidence, develop character, and inspire young athletes to become leaders.

At Magic Basketball, we develop coaches as well as players!

About the Internship

Love basketball? Enjoy working with kids? Interested in coaching, teaching, or leadership?

Magic Basketball is looking for 3–4 enthusiastic college students to join our new paid Youth Basketball Assistant Coaching Internship for the Winter 2026–27 season!

Modeled after the student-teaching experience, this internship provides an opportunity to gain real coaching experience while learning from experienced Magic Basketball head coaches.

Each intern will be paired with a head coach who will provide mentorship, guidance, and feedback throughout the season.

Our goal is simple: develop great young coaches while helping them make a positive impact on young athletes.

What You'll Do

Assist head coaches during team practices and games.

Help teach basketball fundamentals and lead skill-development drills.

Support individual player development.

Learn practice planning and game preparation.

Build positive relationships with young athletes.

Develop communication, teaching, and leadership skills.

Receive ongoing mentorship and coaching feedback.

Assist with occasional weekend tournaments.

What You'll Gain

Paid, hands-on coaching experience.

Mentorship from experienced basketball coaches.

Experience in youth development, teaching, and leadership.

Opportunities to lead drills and portions of practices.

Ongoing coaching feedback and an end-of-season evaluation.

Valuable experience for your résumé and future career.

Potential academic internship credit, subject to university approval.

Opportunity to be considered for future paid assistant coaching positions with Magic Basketball.

Who We're Looking For

We welcome college students studying education, kinesiology, sport management, exercise science, or related fields, as well as student-athletes and anyone passionate about basketball and youth development.

Ideal candidates:

Have basketball playing experience or a strong understanding of the game.

Enjoy working with children and young athletes.

Are dependable, positive, and enthusiastic.

Communicate well and work effectively with others.

Are eager to learn and receive feedback.

Can commit to two weekday evenings and occasional weekend tournaments.

Previous coaching experience is not required!

Selected candidates must complete required background screening and youth-sports safety training before working with players.

Internship Details

Season: Winter 2026–27
Location: Austin, Texas
Schedule: Two weekday evenings per week, plus occasional weekend tournaments
Compensation: Paid; details to be confirmed before offers are made
Supervision: Director of Player Development and assigned Magic Basketball Head Coach

How to Apply

Apply directly through Handshake.

Please submit your résumé and include a brief statement about your basketball background, interest in coaching, and weekday evening availability.

Selected applicants will be contacted to schedule an interview.

Grow. Belong. Lead.

Come learn to coach, develop young athletes, and become part of the next generation of Magic Basketball leaders!