Skills

Leadership Decision-making Customer Service Training

Job Specifications

Who We Are

Founded in 1997 by Joyce and Bryce Gibson, Direct Soccer is the UK’s leading specialist in custom football teamwear. A family-owned business, we support grassroots clubs across the country with the fastest fulfilment in the industry. We’re proud to be the number one UK partner for adidas, Mitre, and Joma, and in the top-tier for Nike.

We’re a fast-growing SME known for embracing bold ideas and using technology to work smarter. From our AI-driven inventory planning to Scotland’s first AutoStore robotic warehouse, we invest in solutions that make us more efficient, scalable, and innovative. Our bespoke website is the most advanced in the teamwear industry, enabling full online kit customisation without customer service involvement.

As part of the AI Readiness Programme with Scottish Enterprise, we’re exploring new AI applications across our operations, giving you exposure to cutting-edge tools and ideas.

Our commitment to innovation has been widely recognised. At the Courier Business Awards 2025, we were shortlisted in several categories, including Innovation & Technology, and proudly won Medium to Large Business and Overall Business of the Year.

Our culture is down-to-earth and hard-working, shaped by multigenerational family leadership who lead by example. You’ll be supported, challenged, and given real opportunities to grow.

Who We’re Looking For

We’re looking for students who embrace challenges as opportunities, approaching them with curiosity, initiative, and an eagerness to learn. You’ll enjoy solving problems, collaborating with others, and communicating clearly across teams. You should feel confident taking ownership of projects, adapting to change, and exploring innovative ideas in AI.

This is a paid internship where you’ll gain hands-on experience, contribute to improvements, and work on meaningful projects that support the efficiency and growth of the business.

What You’ll Be Working On

You’ll be involved in real, impactful work such as:

Supporting the delivery of data and AI projects that drive better decision-making
Mapping and analysing business processes to identify bottlenecks and opportunities
Assisting with system development and helping implement improvements that streamline operations and enhance business performance

What You’ll Need

We are looking for someone who is:

Studying a STEM degree at a UK university
In your penultimate or final year
A strong team player who collaborates well
Open to learning and sharing ideas
Ready to contribute from day one, with guidance and support
Able to bring a fresh perspective to challenges

The Benefits of Being a Direct Soccer Intern

Mentorship from Directors – Gain insights and guidance from senior leaders
Training on Industry Tools – Learn the skills to thrive in your role
Supportive Team Culture – Work in a collaborative, fast-paced environment where your ideas matter
Monthly Work Events – Join regular team socials and activities to build connections

Equal Opportunity Statement

Direct Soccer is committed to diversity and inclusivity in the workplace.

About the Company

At Direct Soccer, we’re driven by a passion for innovation, quality, and teamwork. What started as a family business founded by Bryce and Joyce Gibson has grown into one of the UK’s most trusted teamwear specialists, but we’ve never lost the personal touch that got us here. We were ahead of the curve in 2002, launching one of the UK’s first-ever online teamwear stores at a time when e-commerce was still in its infancy. Since then, we’ve evolved, adapted, and pushed the boundaries to stay at the forefront of the industry. Our... Know more