Thursday August 9, 2012

Maine: University of Maine is currently seeking intern applicants for our Fall 2012 Speed, Strength & Conditioning Internship Program. Responsibilities will begin on or about September 4, 2012 and run through December 14, 2012. Must adhere to the rules of the NCAA, The University of Maine Intercollegiate Athletics Department, Colonial Athletic Association, America East Conference, and the Hockey East Conference. Required qualifications: Currently pursuing bachelors/masters in exercise science or a related field, certified in CPR / First Aid, and strong desire to become a College Strength & Conditioning Coach. Preferred qualifications: Currently pursuing NSCA, USAW, or CSCCa certification(s) Compensation: This is a non-paid volunteer position. Individuals will gain experience in a Division I collegiate speed, strength & conditioning setting, as well as future recommendation for employment. College credit will be given as approved by their institution. Applicants please submit a cover letter, resume, and professional references to Matt King, Assistant Strength and Conditioning Coach, Matthew.L.King@umit.maine.edu. No phone calls please.

Southeastern Louisiana (FCS): Southeastern is looking to hire a head strength coach (all sports). Master's degree with emphasis in science, exercise physiology, physical education, or athletic training from an accredited university. Certified Strength and Conditioning specialist by the National Strength and Conditioning Association. Applicants must apply online and applications must be received no later than Monday the 13th. 

Wednesday August 8, 2012

Houston: All intern positions have been filled.

Saturday August 4, 2012

Arkansas: The University of Arkansas Olympic Strength and Conditioning Department is now accepting applications to fill its paid (w/o benefits) strength and conditioning coach position. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: design and implementation of sport specific strength and conditioning programs for assigned teams (men’s T&F, Soccer, TBA); demonstration and instruction of Olympic weightlifting techniques; supervise during team workouts, individual workouts, and open hours; assist with the maintenance and upkeep of the facility. Candidates must have a strong work ethic and the desire to teach student athletes. Qualifications: (Required) - Bachelor’s degree in physical education, exercise science or related field, CSCS or SCCC certification; CPR and First Aid certifications; 2 years college coaching experience.  To apply: Please send a cover letter, resume, and 3 professional references to Todd Barbour, Director of Strength and Conditioning Coach for Olympic Sports, at tbarbour@uark.edu

Friday August 3, 2012

Washburn (D-II - KS): Washburn University Sports Performance is accepting applications for an Intern/Graduate Assistant in Strength and Conditioning for the Fall of 2012. Responsibilities include: assisting with the supervision and design of individual and/or team training; assisting with daily administrative and maintenance tasks; completion of various educational assignments. Preferred qualifications include: Current enrollment in a bachelor’s or master’s programin exercise science or related field; CSCS, SCCC, or USAW certification; CPR certification. Previous coaching experience. Compensation: This is a paid position. Interns will receive experience working in a Collegiate training environment, have the opportunity to earn recommendations for future career opportunities, and fulfill graduation requirements at their educational institutions as applicable. For more information regarding the position and application requirements contact David Trupp via email at david.trupp@washburn.edu.

North Texas: The University of North Texas is looking for qualified candidates to fill Fall Internships for 2012. This is an unpaid internship position. This internship provides qualified candidates with the opportunity to gain knowledge and experience in a Division 1 Strength and Conditioning program with the opportunity to work with multiple sports, as well as earn college credit if necessary. Requirements: Bachelors Degree in Kinesiology, Exercise Science, etc, or completing degree requirements for graduation. To apply send a cover letter, resume and a list of 3 professional references to Dave Trevino at David.Trevino@unt.edu. All materials must be received by August 10, 2012 for full consideration.

Butler (IN): St. Francis graduate assistant Joey Guzzo has accepted the assistant strength and conditioning position at Butler.

Thursday August 2, 2012

Iowa: Lindsay Dinkelman and Landon Evans have been named assistant strength & conditioning coaches at the University of Iowa and will work with the Olympic sports.  Dinkelman was a former sports performance assistant at Purdue while Evans served as the director of sports nutrition / and an assistant strength coach at Illinois State.

Cumberland Unive rsity (TN): Ryan Cotton, a former intern at Georgia Tech, has been hired as a grad assitant at Cumberland. 

Virginia Tech: Ryan Schuman, a grad assistant with Virginia Tech's football strength & conditioning program, has been named assistant coach for olympic sports strength & conditioning. Former players Mark Muncey and John Graves have been hired as grad assistants for the football strength program. 

Fresno State: Fresno State Athletics is looking to fill its $12,000 paid strength and conditioning internship position. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: the provided supervision and instruction on safe equipment usage; conduct periodic fitness evaluations; assist in the implementation of strength and conditioning programs for football and other Olympic sports; assist with the day to day cleaning, maintenance and operation of the strength and conditioning complex; assist with recruiting, and other duties related to the operation of a strength and conditioning program for collegiate athletes. Requirements for position: Bachelor’s degree in physical education, exercise science or related field, knowledge of teaching and implementing Olympic Lifts, must have strong work ethic and desire to become a strength and conditioning professional, prior strength and conditioning experience and/or collegiate playing experience preferred, USA Weightlifting Level 1 Certification or equivalent in progress. To apply: Please send a cover letter, resume, and 3 professional references to Joey Boese, Head Football Strength and Conditioning Coach, at jboese@csufresno.edu.

Wisconsin-River Falls (D-III): Updated information tells us that director of athletic performance Carmen Pata has been retained. 

Wednesday August 1, 2012

Houston: Houston Cougar Sports Performance is accepting applications for the Fall 2012 Sports Performance Internship Program. This is an unpaid position. Intern responsibilities include: Assisting with the supervision of training programs; Assisting with daily administrative and maintenance items; Completion of various educational assignments during the internship. Preferred qualifications include: Senior status or completion of a bachelor’s degree in exercise science or related field; CSCS, SCCC, or USAW certification; CPR certification. Interns will receive experience working in a Division I training environment, have the potential to earn recommendations for future career opportunities, and receive college credit if applicable. For information regarding the application process contact Antwan Floyd via e-mail: avfloyd@central.uh.edu.

Rhode Island: The University of Rhode Island Strength and Conditioning program is seeking highly motivated, hardworking candidates for strength and conditioning interns for the fall 2012 semester. Responsibilities include: assisting with the supervision and training of the University of Rhode Island 13 Division I intercollegiate athletic programs; assisting with daily administrative and maintenance duties; completion of educational assignments during the internship are required. Preferred qualifications: pursuing Bachelors or Masters Degree in Physical Education, Exercise Science or related field; NSCA-CSCS or CSCCa-SCCC; CPR certification. One year of previous experience in a strength and conditioning program or have previous collegiate athletics experience. Compensation: This is a non-paid position, but offers the opportunity of advancement in the field of strength and conditioning as well as the fulfillment of credit hours towards a degree program. To apply: Please send a cover letter, resume, and 3 professional references to Richard Johnson, Head Strength and Conditioning Coach, at Richard_johnson@mail.uri.edu.

Tuesday July 31, 2012

Villanova: We hear that High Point head strength coach Tim Teefy has accepted the director of Olympic sports position at Villanova.

Monday July 30, 2012

West Virginia: We hear that former University of West Florida strength and conditioning assistant Nick Presley has been hired as an assistant strength coach at West Virginia.

Thomas University (NAIA - GA): Thomas University Strength and Conditioning Department is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Graduate Assistant. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: design and implementation of sport specific strength and conditioning programs for assigned teams; demonstration and instruction of Olympic weightlifting techniques; supervise during team workouts, individual workouts, and open hours; assist with the maintenance and upkeep of the facility. Candidates must have a strong work ethic and the desire to become and strength and conditioning professional. Qualifications: (Required) - Bachelor’s degree and acceptance in to graduate school. (Preferred) - CSCS, SCCC, or USAW certification; CPR and First Aid certifications; previous strength and conditioning experience in a collegiate setting; experience in designing and implementing workout programs. Compensation: Tuition (fall and spring), university housing (fall and spring), and monthly stipend. Start date: Fall 2012. Please send Resume, Cover Letter, and 3 Professional References to: Corey Potter CSCS, M.A., Head Strength and Conditioning Coach, Thomas University. Email: cpotter@thomasu.edu