Strength and Conditioning Intern - Unpaid

About the role#

This internship provides an opportunity to gain experience in athletic performance enhancement, program development, and the daily maintenance of a weight room. Interns participate in weekly instructional sessions with strength coaches tailored to their specific, predetermined learning goals. This is an unpaid, full-time position lasting 10 to 11 weeks, requiring approximately 30 hours per week.

What you'll do#

• Assist with athletic performance enhancement and program development.
• Perform daily maintenance and upkeep of the weight room and surrounding area.
• Complete assigned homework tasks.
• Serve as a representative of Olmsted Medical Center as an educator and professional in the community and at conferences.
• Learn coaching techniques for various sports and utilize electronic strength training software.
• React to and assist with emergency situations as needed.

What you'll need#

• Junior level status or higher in a bachelor’s degree program for Exercise Science, Kinesiology, Strength and Conditioning, Athletic Training, Sports Medicine, or a related field.
• Current BLS certification.
• Enrollment in a program that requires an internship for credit.
• Experience with sports performance equipment and programming.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office products, including Outlook, Excel, and Word.
• Strong written and oral communication skills with the ability to work with a variety of personalities.
• Ability to multi-task and maintain weight room facilities.

Location & details#

• Location: Rochester, Minnesota.
• Modality: On-site.
• Schedule: Monday through Friday, with hours ranging from 5:30 am to 7:45 pm, and occasional Saturdays. Schedules are determined based on coach availability.
• Term: Rolling.