About the role#
Exos offers a 12-16 week internship program for students seeking experience in a high-performance strength and conditioning environment. This role is based at the Performance Center in Colorado Springs and requires a minimum of 20 hours per week. This is an unpaid internship that must be completed for course credit.
What you'll do#
- Learn from human performance professionals to develop and refine coaching skills.
- Shadow, observe, and participate in programming for a diverse athlete clientele ranging from youth to professional levels.
- Develop an in-depth understanding of the Exos Methodology through weekly lectures, presentations, practicums, and self-paced learning modules.
- Receive practical training on developing linear and multi-directional movement skills.
- Gain exposure to performance nutrition, physical therapy, and sport science applications for client evaluations.
- Engage with the NFL Combine preparation program.
- Have the opportunity to earn the Exos Performance Specialist Certification.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment in a bachelor’s or master’s program specializing in sport science, kinesiology, exercise physiology, or exercise science.
- Current enrollment in a program that provides course credit for internship participation.
- Current CPR, AED, and First Aid certifications.
- A passion for working with active and athletic populations.
- Eligibility to work in the United States.
Location & details#
- Location: Colorado Springs, Colorado.
- Modality: On-site.
- Term: Fall 2026.
- Compensation: This is an unpaid internship. Interns are responsible for securing and funding their own housing, travel, relocation, food, and transportation.
About Exos
Exos provides coaching services focused on health and human performance. The company works with corporate employees, elite athletes, and military personnel to support physical and mental well-being. Founded in 1999, it operates out of its headquarters in Phoenix, Arizona. The organization employs over 2,000 people and manages more than 380 facilities globally.
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