Intern, Sports Performance

Under general supervision, assists with and gains NCAA Division I experience in an intercollegiate sports performance program developing and coordinating strength and conditioning programs. Trains student-athletes in physical strength and conditioning techniques, with primary focus on injury prevention and maximizing competitive performance. Communicates and works with sport coaches, sports medicine staff and others in the athletics department. Performs a variety of tasks assigned by a designated supervisor. Performs other functionally related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s degree preferably in exercise science, kinesiology, sport science or sport performance, athletic training or related field.
• Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist ( CSCS ) or Strength & Conditioning Coach Certified ( SCCC ) certification already achieved or registered to take examination within 1 year of start.
• Ability to work early in the mornings, evenings, and weekends.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge of and commitment to  NCAA  rules.
• Experience in a high school, collegiate, or professional athletics weight room.
• Bachelor’s degree in exercise science, kinesiology, or related field.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Excellent interpersonal skills, “Customer Focus” attitude, and ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community and in cooperation with other team members to achieve Cleveland State University (CSU) goals and objectives.
• Ability to take ownership of assignments, anticipate stakeholder needs and develop appropriate responses, meet deadlines, attention to detail, good problem-solving skills, and be a quick and continuous learner.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, Access, Outlook, Teams, and PowerPoint.

Applicant Instructions:

Offer of employment is contingent on satisfactory completion of the University’s verification of credentials and other information required by law and/or University policies or practices, including but not limited to a criminal background check.

Applications will be exclusively accepted online at http://www.csuohio.edu/offices/hrd/employment.html. Mailed or emailed application materials will not be accepted.