Performance Analysis Work Placement Student

TheASPA; Southampton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - GBP 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A professional football club in Southampton is seeking Performance Analysis Work Placement Students for the 2026/27 season. Candidates will assist in delivering performance analysis for the Men’s and Women’s First teams, utilizing software like Hudl for video analysis. Applicants must possess a relevant degree and demonstrate technical football knowledge. The placement offers a living allowance and valuable experience in a professional sports environment.

Benefits

Living allowance of £580 per month

Opportunity to work for a professional football club

Strong core values

Learning and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Must form part of an overall degree program for consideration.
• Experience with Hudl Sportscode is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in delivering high-quality footage for player development.
• Support full-time analysts with daily ad-hoc tasks.
• Use Hudl software to process video and present data.

Skills

Technical football knowledge

Understanding of elite sporting environment

Experience using analysis software (Hudl Sportscode)

Proficiency in Excel

Excellent interpersonal skills

Adaptability in fast-paced environment

Proactivity

Attention to detail

Self-awareness in team

Education

Undergraduate or master’s level degree in Performance Analysis

Job description

Performance Analysis Work Placement Student (x7) | Southampton FC

6 February 2026 | Analysis, Placement / Internship

Performance Analysis Work Placement Student (x7) | Southampton FC | Jobs in Sports Performance Analysis TheASPA)

What is the role?

We are looking for 7 undergraduate/postgraduate students to join our Men’s and Women’s First team and Academy for the 2026/27 season. The successful applicants will be responsible for age and phase specific analysis delivery with the support of the performance analysts and the inter-disciplinary team.

Contract Type: Work Placement (1 year)

What will you be doing?

You will assist in the delivery of high-quality footage to facilitate player development. Working with the most up to date technology and football analysis software you will contribute to the development of players through a video feedback process.

Analysis

You will be using Hudl software to support players and staff analysing training and matches. You will process video, telestrate clips and database footage, aligning to the player profiles and game models across the club. You will also present video content and data visualisation using Mac software such as Final Cut Pro and Keynote.

Other

You will also be required to assist full-time analysts with day-to-day ad-hoc tasks and any other duties. This includes, but is not limited to, fulfilling coach requests, and compiling dossiers.

Is this you?

We are looking for candidates who can be part of an inter-disciplinary team of people, be proactive, adaptable and innovative in their approach and communicate effectively at all levels.

This placement MUST form part of the overall degree programme for you to be considered. Do not apply if your placement is optional for your degree.

• A high level of technical and tactical football knowledge.
• A good understanding of the elite sporting environment.
• Experience using analysis software, preferably Hudl Sportscode.
• Proficient using Excel, Word and PowerPoint skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Adaptable to different situations in a fast-paced environment.
• Proactive nature to tasks in busy and quiet periods of the season.
• Innovative ideas with work and willing to provide opinions to different work processes.
• Meticulous attention to detail with pieces of work.
• Self-awareness within a team environment and good at building relationships with fellow staff and athletes.

Essential Qualifications (including certifications):

• Undertaking an Undergraduate or master’s level degree in Performance Analysis that permits a placement year during the 2026/27 season.

How this benefits you…

If you are successful, you can look forward to:

• Living allowance of £580 per month
• Opportunity to work for a professional football Club
• Working in an environment with strong core values
• Learning and development opportunities

How can I apply?

Just click on the link below, enter your details and answer a quick pre-screening questionnaire, then attach your CV and covering letter.

The closing date for applications is 27 February 2026.

Applications will be reviewed between 2nd - 15th of March 2026.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early, if a high volume of applicants are received.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults at risk and we expect everyone to share this commitment. You will be required to adhere to all relevant policies and uphold the Club’s commitment to safeguarding children, young people and adults at risk and to ensure that Southampton Football Club is free from discrimination and harassment.

The post holder will demonstrate a strong commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion, supporting the organisation’s strategic aims to remove barriers and address inequality. You will play an active role in promoting an inclusive, discrimination-free environment that ensures fair access to opportunities and resources. This includes fostering a culture of dignity, respect, and belonging where everyone is empowered to contribute, perform, and reach their full potential.

Performance Analysis Work Placement Student (x7) | Southampton FC | Jobs in Sports Performance Analysis TheASPA)