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Sports Performance Fellowship

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Serve as a developing strength and conditioning coach and sport scientist within a high-performance ... Detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving skills. * Proactive and able to work ...

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Working towards a Performance analysis or Sports related degree * Soccer coaching qualifications - US Soccer D or equivalent Why You'll Love FCC: * FCC welcome gifts * Resume and profile reviews

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As of Sep 1, 2026, the average yearly pay for sports performance analyst in the United States is $75,189.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $55,000.00 and $89,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Sports Performance Analyst collects and interprets data to help athletes and teams improve their performance. They analyze game footage, monitor player statistics, and use technology to assess physical and tactical aspects of play. Their insights support coaches in making informed decisions on strategy, training, and player development. By identifying strengths, weaknesses, and patterns, they help optimize performance and reduce injury risks.

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To thrive as a Sports Performance Analyst, you need a strong background in sports science, data analysis, and an understanding of athletic performance metrics, often supported by a relevant degree. Expertise with analytical tools such as Excel, GPS tracking systems, video analysis software (e.g., Hudl, Dartfish), and knowledge of statistical programming (like R or Python) is highly valued. Exceptional attention to detail, communication skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with coaches and athletes set top candidates apart. These skills are essential to accurately interpret performance data and contribute meaningful improvements in training and competition strategies.

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As a Sports Performance Analyst, your day often involves collecting and processing data from training sessions and matches, using various software and wearable technologies to monitor athlete performance. You'll prepare detailed reports or presentations for coaches and players, highlighting strengths, weaknesses, and actionable insights tailored to individual or team needs. You may also collaborate closely with medical staff, nutritionists, and strength and conditioning coaches to ensure a holistic approach to athlete development. This role requires strong time management and the ability to translate complex data into practical recommendations that drive ongoing performance improvements.

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Sports Performance Analytics Intern

Alliance Performance

Fair Lawn, NJ

$18 - $21/hr

Other

Posted 15 days ago

Job description

Description
ALLIANCE PERFORMANCE INTERN

Location: Fair Lawn, NJ (Onsite) 
Department: Alliance Performance, part of Alliance Health Systems 
Schedule: Part-Time Internship (10–20 hours per week)

About Alliance Performance

Alliance Performance is more than a training facility. We are a community of athletes, members, coaches, and performance professionals united by a common goal: helping people unlock their potential and become Better Every Day. 
Whether someone is training for competition, returning from an injury, pursuing a fitness goal, or simply striving to live a healthier life, our team provides the coaching, accountability, and support needed to help them succeed. Through personal training, small group training, athletic performance programs, and youth development initiatives, we create customized pathways that help individuals build strength, improve performance, and gain confidence. 
If you are passionate about fitness, performance, coaching, and helping others achieve goals they once thought were out of reach, Alliance Performance offers an opportunity to make a lasting impact while growing alongside a team committed to excellence. 
Position Overview

This internship is ideal for a graduate student or aspiring clinician/scientist who is passionate about human performance, exercise physiology, and data analytics.
The intern will play a critical role in organizing, structuring, and uploading performance testing data into a consumable platform used by coaches, clinicians, and clients. This role directly contributes to how we monitor progress, measure outcomes, and improve performance over time.
You will work closely with performance specialists and clinical teams to ensure testing data is accurate, organized, meaningful, and actionable.
This is an onsite role (10–20 hours weekly) with exposure to real-world performance science in a healthcare and athletic environment.

Key Responsibilities
Performance Data Management
· Organize, structure, and upload 50–100 weekly performance assessments into designated reporting and analytics platforms
· Maintain accurate and timely records of monthly retesting data for returning clients
· Ensure performance testing results are standardized, clean, and consumable for coaches and clients
· Track client progress across testing cycles and assist in maintaining longitudinal performance records
· Support quality control and data integrity for all uploaded assessments

Performance Science Support
· Assist in interpreting and categorizing performance metrics across:
  • Cardiovascular and metabolic performance
  • Aerobic and anaerobic energy systems
  • VO2 and metabolic efficiency concepts
  • Fatigue thresholds and conditioning metrics
  • Force production and power output
  • Neuromuscular adaptation and performance readiness
  • Functional movement and biomechanics
  • Functional and sport-specific performance testing
Collaboration & Communication
· Partner with coaches and performance specialists to gather testing data and ensure accurate documentation
· Communicate professionally with team members and clients when needed
· Help identify opportunities to improve data flow, reporting consistency, and testing efficiency
Qualifications

Required
· Currently pursuing or recently completed a Master’s degree in Exercise Physiology, Kinesiology, Human Performance, Sports Science, Biomechanics, or a related field
· Strong understanding of:
  1. Cardiovascular and metabolic systems
  2. Aerobic and anaerobic energy systems
  3. VO2 concepts and metabolic testing
  4. Fatigue thresholds and performance adaptation
  5. Force production and neuromuscular performance
  6. Movement science and biomechanical
  7. Functional performance testing
  8. Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
  9. Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  10. Ability to manage repetitive, high-volume data entry with precision and accuracy
  11. Strong proficiency with technology, spreadsheets, and data organization

Preferred
· Prior exposure to sports performance testing, rehabilitation, strength & conditioning, or clinical exercise physiology
· Experience working with wearable data, performance software, or testing platforms
· Passion for helping people improve performance, movement, and health outcomes

What Success Looks Like
· Performance testing data is uploaded accurately and on time each week
· Monthly retesting results are organized and easy to compare longitudinally
· Coaches and clinicians have clear, reliable, and consumable performance insights
· Improved efficiency and standardization in performance reporting
Why Join Alliance Performance?
· Hands-on exposure to real-world sports science and human performance
· Opportunity to work alongside clinicians, coaches, and performance specialists
· Gain practical experience in healthcare, athletics, rehabilitation, and performance optimization
· Be part of a mission-driven organization focused on helping people be better every day
· Access to the #1 Performance Center in the country for the duration of your internship!

Background Check Requirement: Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check, which may include verification of employment history, education, criminal records, and other relevant information as permitted by law