Sofia Miana Ponce

International Sports Management graduate with experience in operations coordination, stakeholder support, and project assistance within international and multicultural environments. I have supported large-scale international events and mobility programmes, working with multiple stakeholders and managing operational processes in fast-paced settings. Known for being organised, detail-oriented and proactive, with strong communication skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks under pressure.

Currently seeking remote opportunities where I can contribute to operational coordination, project support and stakeholder communication within international teams.

FISU Relations and Protocol Intern 2025 at FISU World University Games Summer Rhine-Ruhr 2025 (2025-06 – Present)

Assisted with logistics planning and operational support for VIP guests, ensuring protocol standards and smooth on-site delivery.

• Assisted with logistics planning and operational support for VIP guests, ensuring protocol standards and smooth on-site delivery.
• Served as the main liaison for FISU Family members in Berlin, coordinating arrivals, accommodation and local support.
• Supported international protocol operations, including medal ceremonies and VIP coordination across multiple venues.
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams and coordinated volunteers to deliver high-quality service.
• Provided administrative and operational support to facilitate communication between international stakeholders.

Erasmus+ Vocational Education and Training Mobility Coordinator at Mundus Group (2023-03 – 2024-07)

Coordinated European student mobility programmes, ensuring smooth operational execution and participant support.

• Coordinated European student mobility programmes, ensuring smooth operational execution and participant support.
• Acted as the main liaison with partner institutions across Europe, maintaining effective communication and collaboration.
• Coordinated with logistics and business teams to streamline internal processes and programme delivery.
• Mediated between companies, professors and tutors to resolve issues and support student placements.
• Managed administrative documentation and operational follow-up for mobility programmes.

National Olympic Committee Service Centre Volunteer in the Winter Olympic Games Milano 2026 at Milano Cortina 2026 (2026-01 – Present)

Provided operational support to National Olympic and Paralympic Committees during the Games.

• Provided operational support to National Olympic and Paralympic Committees during the Games.
• Handled enquiries and delivered accurate information to support daily operations in the Olympic and Paralympic Villages.
• Coordinated bookings and logistics for shared and common spaces, ensuring efficient scheduling.
• Managed distribution of official materials such as medals, diplomas and ceremony passes in line with event protocols.

National Olympic and Paralympic Committee Assistant in the Olympic and Paralympic Games Paris 2024 at Paris 2024 (2024-07 – 2024-09)

Delivered multilingual support and operational assistance during the Olympic and Paralympic Games.

• Delivered multilingual support (Spanish, English and French) to athletes and team officials.
• Assisted with logistical matters including accommodation and travel information.
• Conducted research and compiled information to respond to organisational and participant enquiries.
• Provided operational support to ensure the smooth execution of daily activities.

Sports Sales Assistant at Decathlon (2025-10 – 2026-01)

Assisted customers in selecting sports equipment and provided product advice.

• Assisted customers in selecting sports equipment and provided product advice.
• Supported daily store operations including stock management and merchandising.

Engineering Project Management Intern at Sdi Ingeniería Y Consultoría De Proyectos Industriales (2022-06 – 2022-08)

Assisted in drafting technical projects and conducted on-site inspections.

• Assisted in drafting technical projects for photovoltaic systems, HVAC, and fire safety designs, ensuring adherence to industry regulations and standards.
• Conducted on-site inspections to monitor project progress, identify potential challenges, and support implementation efforts.

Master's in International Sports Management – European Sports Business School (2024-10 – 2025-06)

BSc in Industrial Technologies Engineering (Grado en Ingeniería de Tecnologías Industriales) – Escuela de Ingeniería y Arquitectura de Zaragoza (2018-09 – 2022-06)

3ème année du Programme Grande École Arts et Métiers ParisTech in Engineering – École Nationale Supérieure d'Arts et Métiers Paris (2021-09 – 2022-02)