About the role#
As a Sanford Sports Intern, you will work with our coaches to help athletes improve their performance. You will support athletic development across all age groups and provide sport-specific instruction. This role involves working alongside Sanford Sports leadership and various teams, including Sports Performance, Nutrition, and Physical Therapy. You will gain hands-on experience while contributing to projects that support healthy communities.
What you'll do#
- Coach athletes to increase their athletic performance.
- Work directly with teams to build hands-on skills in sports performance and wellness.
- Collaborate with the Sanford Sports staff on daily operations and processes.
- Attend training sessions to learn about the functions of the Sanford Sports team.
- Assist with ongoing projects related to athletics and health.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in or recent graduation from an Associate or Bachelor's degree program.
- Pursuit of a degree in Exercise Science or a related field.
- Knowledge of strength and conditioning, sports performance, or coaching.
- Previous experience in a coaching or training role, such as personal or group training, is preferred.
Location & details#
- Location: Bismarck, North Dakota.
- Term: Winter 2027 and Spring 2027.
- Modality: On-site.
- Compensation: $15.00 per hour.
- Employment type: Part-time.
About Sanford Health
Sanford Health is a nonprofit health system based in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. It operates as the largest rural health system in the United States. The organization maintains 47 medical centers and over 200 senior care locations through the Good Samaritan Society. Its network serves more than one million patients across a large geographic area.
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