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NorthEastern

Club Weightlifting Coach

Boston, MA

$15/hr

Preferred 1+ year of Olympic Weightlifting coaching experience and 2+ years of Olympic Weightlifting experience. * High-level knowledge of the sport * Communication * Accountability * Adaptability

Bryn Mawr College

Head Strength and Conditioning Coach and Fitness Center Director Bryn Mawr College: Athletics ... The NCSA or USA weightlifting certifications are preferred. * Knowledge of Olympic lifts isrequired.

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AspectInternship Olympic Weightlifting CoachOlympic Weightlifting Coach
CertificationsBasic coaching certifications, often in progressAdvanced certifications like USAW Level 2 or higher
Work EnvironmentInternship settings, gyms, training centersFull-time coaching at gyms, clubs, or national teams
ResponsibilitiesAssisting senior coaches, learning coaching techniquesDesigning training programs, coaching athletes

The main difference is experience and certification level. Internship Olympic Weightlifting Coaches are in training, gaining experience, while Olympic Weightlifting Coaches are fully qualified professionals responsible for athlete development and competition preparation.

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As an intern Olympic Weightlifting Coach, you'll primarily assist in planning and overseeing training sessions, monitoring athlete progress, and ensuring proper technique and safety. You'll work closely with both athletes—often helping with warm-ups, technique drills, and feedback—and senior coaches, who will provide mentorship and supervision. This collaborative environment gives you hands-on experience in athlete development and insight into program design, making it a valuable stepping stone for a future coaching career.

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To thrive as an Internship Olympic Weightlifting Coach, you need a foundational understanding of exercise science, weightlifting techniques, and ideally a degree or coursework in kinesiology or a related field. Familiarity with strength training equipment, video analysis software, and holding certifications such as USA Weightlifting (USAW) Level 1 is often required. Strong communication, motivational skills, and the ability to provide constructive feedback help interns connect with athletes and foster progress. These skills and qualifications are crucial for ensuring athlete safety, effective skill development, and a positive training environment.

What is an internship Olympic weightlifting coach?

An Internship Olympic Weightlifting Coach is an entry-level or trainee position where individuals assist experienced coaches in training athletes in the Olympic lifts—the snatch and the clean and jerk. Interns typically gain hands-on experience by helping with technique instruction, practice sessions, athlete monitoring, and sometimes administrative tasks. This role is designed to provide practical learning opportunities for those pursuing a career in strength and conditioning or weightlifting coaching. Interns often learn about programming, safety protocols, and competition preparation. The internship can be a stepping stone to becoming a certified Olympic Weightlifting Coach.
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Club Weightlifting Coach

NorthEastern

Boston, MA

$15/hr

Part-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 25 days ago

Job description

About the Opportunity

JOB SUMMARY

The Weightlifting Coach will help supervise practices, meets, and provide constructive feedback on athlete form and weight selection. They will also help educate athletes on ways to improve besides weightlifting (nutrition, mobility, etc.)

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Develop and improve participant sport skills

  • Attend and supervise a majority of meets and practices, including evenings and weekends

  • Abide by all University/Club Sport rules and regulations, including the Club Sport Handbook

  • Promote good sportsmanship in and out of the weightroom

  • Submit Weekly Timesheets

  • Communicate with Associate Director of Club Sports as needed on issues associated with the club or any of its participants. These issues include, but are not limited to:

  • Travel

  • Equipment

  • Administrative tasks and responsibilities

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Ensure safety of participants and monitor environmental (field/court/playing surfaces) conditions

  • Ensure that Injury Reports are completed for each injury and are given to Assistant Director of Club Sports within 24 hours

  • Ensure proper warm-up/stretching for student-athletes prior to practice or competition

  • Able to attend practices (2025-26 practice times TBD, but will likely be evenings/nights 3x/week including 1 practice on Saturday/Sunday)

  • Able to attend USAW Collegiate Nationals with the team

  • Able to attend local weightlifting meets (4-5 a year)

  • Have either a background in physical therapy or strength training

  • Knowledgeable about the two main lifts in weightlifting (Snatch, Clean & Jerk)

  • Willing to help develop and coach a group of young athletes, some with little to no weightlifting experience

  • Able to give constructive criticism on an athlete's form and weight selection

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Preferred 1+ year of Olympic Weightlifting coaching experience and 2+ years of Olympic Weightlifting experience.

  • High-level knowledge of the sport

  • Communication

  • Accountability

  • Adaptability

  • Organized

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Work may involve the performance of heavier physical tasks such as walking over rough or uneven surfaces, bending, stooping, working in confined space, and lifting or carrying moderately heavy items, up to 200lbs. The work environment may involve exposure to various elements such as chemicals, dust, fumes, cold, heat, noise, vibrations, or dampness, where work exposes the employee to potentially non-disabling injuries. Duties may require that work be performed in adverse weather conditions. Work may require exposure to dangerous equipment and machinery requiring the use of protective clothing or gear.

Position Type

Temporary

Additional Information

Northeastern University considers factors such as candidate work experience, education and skills when extending an offer.

Northeastern has a comprehensive benefits package for benefit eligible employees. This includes medical, vision, dental, paid time off, tuition assistance, wellness & life, retirement- as well as commuting & transportation. Visit https://hr.northeastern.edu/benefits/ for more information.

All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Pay Rate:

$15/HR

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