Performance Analyst Intern

AFC Wimbledon Academy is seeking an enthusiastic, hardworking and ambitious individual to join the Academy as a Performance Analyst Intern.

This internship provides an excellent opportunity for an aspiring analyst to gain hands-on experience within an elite youth football development environment, supporting the delivery of performance analysis services across Academy age groups.

The successful candidate will assist in the filming, coding, analysis and presentation of training and match footage, while developing an understanding of how performance insight contributes to:

• player development
• coach support
• tactical learning
• and Academy decision making

Working under the guidance of senior Academy staff, the intern will play an active role in helping embed performance analysis within ‘The Wimbledon Way’ and the club’s player-centred development philosophy. AFC Wimbledon’s academy emphasizes values such as self-management and hardworking player ownership, making reflective video feedback a natural part of its environment.

Responsible to: Head of Performance Analysis

Location: Kings College London Training Ground, Windsor Avenue, New Malden, Surrey, KT3 5HA

Days-Hours (U18 Analysts): Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday 9am-4pm. Saturday depending on fixture schedule. Wednesday and Sunday off – please note some weeks you might require to attend evening games on Tuesday or Wednesday. 30-35 Hours

Days-Hours (Youth and Foundation Phase Analysts):
U16: Two Training Days, depend on the schedule and All games on Saturdays
U9-U15: Only Home Games at KCL or T&M
All Home Games in Weekend and Two Training Days, depends on the schedule

Contract type: Internship

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Match & Training Filming Support

• Assist with filming Academy fixtures and selected training sessions across Foundation, Youth Development and Professional Development phases.
• Ensure all footage is captured clearly and uploaded within agreed timelines.
• Support the organisation and storage of Academy video content.

2. Video Coding & Clip Preparation

• Assist in coding matches and training sessions using club analysis software.
• Tag key technical, tactical and positional moments as directed by Academy coaching staff.
• Produce individual player clips, unit clips and team review footage for post-match learning.
• Help maintain coding templates and performance databases.

3. Coach & Player Analysis Support

• Support the preparation of pre-match and post-match analysis presentations.
• Assist coaches in creating age-appropriate visual feedback for players.
• Contribute to individual player review resources linked to development targets.
• Help players access and review video footage to encourage reflection and learning.

4. Opposition & Research Assistance

• Support with basic opposition analysis and video compilation where required.
• Assist in identifying key tactical themes, strengths and areas for exploitation.
• Conduct football research projects to support Academy coaching interventions.

5. Administration & Department Support

• Maintain an organised archive of match footage, training footage, player clips, opposition reports, and analysis presentations.
• Assist with departmental administration and equipment setup on matchdays/training days.
• Ensure all technology equipment is maintained, charged and functioning.

6. Professional Development

• Attend Academy CPD sessions, internal meetings and analysis reviews.
• Gain practical experience with industry-standard performance analysis workflows.
• Demonstrate a willingness to learn modern analytical methods, video presentation techniques and player feedback strategies.
• Seek continuous feedback from senior staff to support personal growth.

LEARNING OUTCOMES / DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITY

This internship is designed to provide the successful candidate with:

• practical experience within a professional football Academy
• exposure to Academy coaching and multidisciplinary environments
• understanding of player development frameworks
• experience using leading performance analysis software
• opportunities to build a portfolio of coded games, presentations and player review work
• mentoring from experienced Academy practitioners

This is an ideal opportunity for individuals seeking a career in:

• football performance analysis
• coaching
• sports science
• or elite player development

PERSON SPECIFICATION

Essential

Currently studying or recently completed a degree in:

• Performance Analysis
• Sports Coaching
• Sports Science
• Football Studies
• or related discipline

• Strong passion for football and youth player development.
• Desire to specialise in youth development
• Basic understanding of football tactics and technical analysis.
• Good IT literacy and confidence working with video software.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Willingness to work flexible hours including evenings/weekends.
• Excellent communication skills and a proactive attitude.

Desirable

• Experience using Hudl or similar software.
• Previous voluntary/internship experience within football.
• UEFA C Licence (or working towards).
• Full UK Driving Licence.
• FA Safeguarding / First Aid qualifications.

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

The successful candidate will be:

• enthusiastic
• dependable
• coachable
• hardworking
• organised
• and passionate about developing within elite football

AFC Wimbledon is a football club with a rich history and close links to the community it serves. Staff must act as Club ambassadors at all times, and live and breathe our values of Togetherness, Constant Improvement and Resilience.

SAFEGUARDING, EQUALITY & COMPLIANCE

AFC Wimbledon is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful applicants will be required to undertake:

• Enhanced DBS clearance
• safeguarding compliance
• and satisfactory reference checks