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Carolina Core FC

Sport Performance Intern

High Point, NC · On-site

$13.75 - $18.25/hr

Sport Performance Intern The Sport Performance Intern will assist the Sport Performance Department ... Previous internship or coaching experience in collegiate or professional athletics * Experience ...

Exos

Performance Nutrition Specialist

Gulf Breeze, FL · On-site

Education, Athlete Management & Sports Science * Deliver personalized 1:1 nutrition recommendations ... Check out our internships, apply for a job, or send your resume to be considered when a new ...

Exos

Performance Nutrition Specialist

Gulf Breeze, FL

Education, Athlete Management & Sports Science * Deliver personalized 1:1 nutrition recommendations ... Check out our internships, apply for ajob, or send your resume to be considered when a new position ...

Exos

Performance Coach

Edmond, OK · On-site

... athletes and high-performing individuals across the spectrum. We're seeking a Sports Performance ... Internship. * Current industry certification; NSCA-CSCS or NASM preferred. * Current CPR/AED and ...

Exos

Performance Coach

Edmond, OK · On-site

... athletes and high-performing individuals across the spectrum. We're seeking a Sports Performance ... Internship. * Current industry certification; NSCA-CSCS or NASM preferred. * Current CPR/AED and ...

AEG

Sport Performance Intern

High Point, NC · On-site

$13.50 - $17.75/hr

Department Sport Performance Reports To: Head of Sport Performance Position Type: Internship ... Previous internship or coaching experience in collegiate or professional athletics * Experience ...

Exos

Performance Nutrition Internship - Fall 2026

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

$15 - $19.25/hr

This internship will be onsite at our Performance Center in Phoenix, AZ and requires a minimum of ... We want you to learn how to evaluate the athlete, understand their fundamental needs based on their ...

Exos

Performance Nutrition Internship - Fall 2026

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

$15 - $19.25/hr

This internship will be onsite at our Performance Center in Phoenix, AZ and requires a minimum of ... We want you to learn how to evaluate the athlete, understand their fundamental needs based on their ...

AEG Presents

Sport Performance Intern

High Point, NC · On-site

$13.75 - $18.25/hr

Department Sport Performance Reports To: Head of Sport Performance Position Type: Internship ... Previous internship or coaching experience in collegiate or professional athletics * Experience ...

Exos

Sports Science Intern - Spring 2026

Alpharetta, GA · On-site

$14.75 - $19.50/hr

Interns will work within multidisciplinary teams and be exposed to athletes at various levels, from youth to elite professionals. Performance Coaching Component: * Learn and refine coaching skills ...

Catapult Sports

Senior ML/Data Engineer

New York, NY · On-site

$116K - $157K/yr

Our goal is to become an intelligence partner for coaches, athletes, and performance staff ... We are not looking for someone whose primary exposure to these technologies comes from internships ...

Catapult Sports

Senior ML/Data Engineer

New York, NY · On-site

$116K - $157K/yr

Our goal is to become an intelligence partner for coaches, athletes, and performance staff ... We are not looking for someone whose primary exposure to these technologies comes from internships ...

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As of Sep 11, 2026, the average yearly pay for internship athlete performance in the United States is $87,247.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $70,500.00 and $98,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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An Internship Athlete Performance position is a temporary role designed for students or recent graduates interested in sports science, athletic training, or related fields. Interns in this role assist performance coaches and staff with developing, implementing, and monitoring training programs for athletes. Typical responsibilities include collecting performance data, helping with strength and conditioning sessions, and learning about injury prevention techniques. This internship provides valuable practical experience and exposure to professional athletic environments, preparing interns for future careers in sports performance or coaching.

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As an intern in athlete performance, you'll typically support strength and conditioning coaches, assist with fitness assessments, and help track athletes' progress. Your daily tasks may include setting up training equipment, recording workout data, and observing individualized training sessions. This role offers valuable hands-on experience in sports science, exposure to performance analytics, and opportunities to learn about injury prevention and recovery methods. You'll also collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including athletic trainers, nutritionists, and physical therapists, gaining insights into holistic athlete development.

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To thrive in an Internship Athlete Performance role, you need foundational knowledge of exercise science, sports physiology, and movement assessment, often supported by or in pursuit of a relevant degree. Familiarity with performance analysis tools, strength and conditioning equipment, and systems like Dartfish or TeamBuildr is typically expected. Strong communication, teamwork, and adaptability are essential soft skills for effectively supporting athletes and collaborating with coaches. These abilities ensure interns can contribute to athlete development, maintain safety, and maximize training outcomes.
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Assistant Athletic Director for Performance Nutrition

Moscow, ID • On-site

University Of Idaho
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Assistant Athletic Director for Performance Nutrition

Position Title Assistant Athletic Director for Performance Nutrition

Location Moscow

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Department Intercollegiate Athletics Misc

The Assistant Athletic Director for Performance Nutrition leads and manages a comprehensive nutrition program to enhance the performance and recovery of student‑athletes during training, practice, rehabilitation and competition. The individual reports directly to the Senior Associate Athletic Director for Internal Operations.

Position Overview

The Assistant Athletic Director for Performance Nutrition leads and manages a comprehensive nutrition program to enhance the performance and recovery of student‑athletes during training, practice, rehabilitation and competition.

Responsibilities
  • Managing Performance Nutrition fellows/interns and nutrition students; managing performance nutrition research efforts
  • Providing scientifically accurate and evidence‑based sports nutrition education to student‑athletes, coaches from 14 varsity teams and sport performance practitioners
  • Analyzing and educating athletes and staff on body composition testing and developing nutritional strategies essential to maximizing performance including enhancing and monitoring current nutrition resources and support, developing and implementing policies and protocols that ensure compliance with NCAA and Big Sky rules and regulations
  • Providing sports nutrition counseling to assist student‑athletes seeking to change body composition for optimal health and performance, or who may have special dietary requirements
  • Directing all day‑to‑day sports nutrition related activities; address a wide range of sports related injuries and health issues including eating disorders, weight management, gastrointestinal complications, diabetes, sports related concussions, bone breaks, stress fractures and soft tissue injuries
  • Maintaining professional competency and skills required for professional practice. The individual reports directly to the Senior Associate Athletic Director of Internal Administration and Wellness
  • Experience in nutrition counseling and life skill development for athletes and coaches
  • Experience with research of the physiological, nutritional, motor movement and training principles that influence athletic performance
  • Building relationships with staff, clients and/or students
  • Multitasking and managing several projects simultaneously
  • Working in an athletic environment
Required Education
  • Master’s Degree in nutrition science, kinesiology or exercise physiology
Required Other
  • Registered Dietitian with active registration by the Commission on Dietetic Registration of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics
  • LDN Certification by the state of Idaho (or the ability to immediately apply for certification upon hire)
Additional Preferred
  • Board Certified Specialist in Sports Dietetics (CSSD) or Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) certifications
  • Excellent organizational, analytical and communication skills with the ability to design and conduct a sports nutrition program through empirically supported interventions
  • Attention to detail, strong organizational skills
  • Planning timeliness to turnaround of projects, and a strong work ethic
  • Ability to work within framework of Federal (FERPA / HIPAA) and Idaho state laws and regulations regarding privacy and confidentiality
  • Highly developed creative and organizational skills
  • Ability to work collaboratively with a team of sport performance experts
  • Understanding of and alignment with the Core Values of University of Idaho
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
  • None
Degree Requirement

Degree Requirement Listed degree qualification is required at time of hire

The University of Idaho is an equal employment opportunity employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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