About the role#
This internship is a 12 to 16 week program that combines performance coaching with applied sports science. You will work in a hybrid environment alongside multidisciplinary teams, supporting athletes ranging from youth participants to elite professionals. The role focuses on practical experience, mentorship, and the application of the Exos methodology.
What you'll do#
- Shadow and support coaching sessions for diverse athlete populations.
- Attend weekly educational lectures, practicums, and presentations.
- Develop linear and multidirectional movement training programs.
- Assist with athlete assessments using tools like force plates, velocity profiling, and motion capture.
- Collect, analyze, and interpret biomechanical and physiological data.
- Integrate performance data into training and recovery plans.
- Collaborate with coaches, therapists, and scientists to track athlete progress.
- Support applied research, literature reviews, and data presentations.
- Calibrate and maintain assessment technology.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a Bachelor or Master program for Sports Science, Exercise Science, Kinesiology, or a related field.
- A strong foundation in human performance and sports science concepts.
- Familiarity with performance testing tools and basic Excel skills.
- Experience with data software such as Python or R.
- Current CPR/AED and First Aid certification, or a willingness to obtain one.
- Interest in athlete development and data-driven performance.
Location & details#
- Location: Plano, Texas.
- Term: Winter 2027.
- Modality: Hybrid.
- Status: Full time and paid.
- Note: Interns are responsible for securing their own housing, food, and transportation, as well as managing any travel or relocation costs.
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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