Make this summer unforgettable. Learn new coaching methodologies. Build friendships from around the world. Can you imagine spending your summer coaching football, improving your English and discovering cities such as Los Angeles, Miami, Toronto, London, Berlin or Amsterdam? At Firmament Sports, we are looking for football coaches to join our International Coaching Program 2027: a paid professional opportunity to work as an Assistant Coach at our Summer Camps. If you enjoy working with children and teenagers, are excited about experiencing other cultures and want to develop your coaching skills, this programme could be for you. About Firmament Sports We organise international football camps and experiences associated with FC Barcelona, Atlético de Madrid and Inter Milan, with programmes across the United States, Canada and Europe. Our team shares one goal: to give participants an experience that combines learning, enjoyment and a passion for football. What will you experience?
• Hands-on learning: learn and apply the relevant club’s coaching principles and methodology alongside the technical team.
• International friendships: share everyday experiences with colleagues from different cultures and build connections that last beyond the summer.
• Professional development: strengthen your communication, leadership and group management skills.
• Language practice: use English in real coaching situations and everyday teamwork.
• New destinations: discover different cities depending on your assigned route and explore your surroundings during your free time. Your role as an Assistant Coach You will support the coaching team with training sessions and the daily organisation of the camp, helping every player learn, enjoy themselves and feel part of the team. Your main responsibilities will include:
• Supporting the preparation and delivery of football training sessions.
• Explaining and leading drills adapted to participants’ ages and abilities.
• Motivating players and promoting respect, cooperation and fair play.




• Helping supervise participants and safeguard their safety and wellbeing.
• Setting up, organising and putting away sports equipment.
• Working closely with fellow coaches and camp coordinators.
• Reporting incidents and following established procedures.
• Representing Firmament Sports with professionalism and commitment. Who are we looking for? We are looking for proactive, supportive people who are eager to teach and learn, and who understand the responsibility of working with children and teenagers in an international setting.

Requirements:
• Experience coaching football or working with children and teenagers in sports activities.
• Football knowledge and the ability to communicate it clearly and engagingly.
• English skills sufficient to explain drills and communicate with participants and colleagues.
• Adaptability, reliability and openness to feedback.
• Availability to complete your agreed placement and travel between cities when required.
• Willingness to provide the documentation needed to work with minors and meet the requirements of your destination. We particularly value:
• Football coaching qualifications.
• Studies in sport, education or related fields.
• First aid knowledge.
• Additional languages, particularly German, Italian and Dutch. Destination & Expected camp dates United States 5 June–30 August 2027 Canada 3 July–27 August 2027 Germany 3 July–27 August 2027 Netherlands 10 July–27 August 2027 Ireland 3–30 July 2027 United Kingdom 31 July–27 August 2027 You do not need to be available for the entire period listed for a country, but you must complete the placement agreed with you. Dates and cities are provisional.



Your assignment will depend on

your profile
, language skills, availability and destination requirements. Travel may require additional availability before and after the camp dates. What do

we offer
?
• Paid work as an Assistant Football Coach.
• Training and technical guidance connected to the programme and relevant club.
• Accommodation, usually with a host family, depending on your assignment.
• Meals or meal allowances and internal transfers, according to your placement conditions.
• Professional experience within an international team.
• Opportunities to develop your skills and experience new cultures. Before accepting your place, you will receive written details of your salary, employment terms and included and excluded expenses, such as flights, insurance and visas. Selection process 1. Apply
· Applications open until December 2026 Email [email protected] with your CV, availability, languages, preferred destinations and a short video in English explaining your coaching experience and motivation for joining. Subject: International Coaching Program 2027 – Full name. 2. Online group interview
· November 2026 A one-hour session to get to know you, introduce the programme and answer your questions. 3. In-person interview
· November–December 2026 A two-hour session in Barcelona or Madrid. Planned dates: 5 and 12 November in Barcelona; 24 and 25 November in Madrid. Additional sessions will be announced during the selection process. 4. Practical group assessment
· November 2026–January 2027 A four-hour session on the pitch, combining a short training workshop with practical activities to assess your leadership, communication, football knowledge and teamwork. 5. Visas and documentation
· January 2027 We will begin the visa process for selected candidates who require one. Participation is subject to obtaining the necessary authorisations. This summer, share what you know and discover how much you can learn. Join Firmament Sports

📌 Assistant Football Coach | International Coaching Program 2027 (España)
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