Tuesday October 9, 2012

Stanford: Stanford University is accepting applications for Intern Sports Performance Coaches to contribute to the Stanford Football Sports Performance Program. Qualified candidates will serve the Football program as a non-counted coach that will have the opportunity to observe all training sessions and assist with set-ups, breakdowns, spotting and additional administrative responsibilities. This unpaid opportunity provides experience assisting the Football Sports Performance staff implement the individualized, comprehensive injury prevention and performance enhancement program for the Track & Field and Wrestling programs.  Potential candidates must possess an enthusiastic spirit, strong character and demonstrate effective organization and communication skills. Required qualifications include achievement or current pursuit of a Bachelor’s Degree in Exercise Science or related course of study in addition to certification in CPR/AED. This internship is expected to begin no later than Monday, January 7th 2013.  Potential candidates must be able to commit to a 6-month time period. Based on evaluation, internship can extend up to a year. Deadline to apply is: Friday, November 2nd 2012. Please email letter of application, with attached resume and list of at least three professional references to Hans Straub, Sports Performance Coach at hstraub@stanford.edu.

Campbell University: Campbell has an opening for an intern strength and conditioning coach. Description: Composed of but not limited to observation of strength coaches, setting up and breaking down of equipment for training sessions, maintenance responsibilities, data entry, clerical duties, active participation in projects and assignments throughout internship, and assisting strength coaches as needed during training sessions, adhere to all university, Big South Conference, Pioneer Football League and NCAA regulations. Qualifications: Must be certified or working toward certification with the National Strength and Conditioning Association (CSCS) or the CSCCa. The successful candidate must possess strong communication and motivational skills as well as the ability and commitment to work within the mission and purpose of Campbell University. Candidate must have a desire to learn more about the profession, have knowledge of multi-joint strength movements, Olympic lifts, and basic knowledge of the human anatomy. Compensation:  There is no monetary compensation for this position. Accepted applicants may be able to receive college credit and a recommendation for future employment upon completion of the internship. To Apply: Email a letter of application, resume, and three references (Names and Phone Numbers) to Kevin Stewart, Assistant Director of Strength & Conditioning, at stewartk@campbell.edu.

North Carolina A&T State: North Carolina A&T State University Department of Strength and Conditioning is accepting applications for a part-time position beginning immediately. Responsibilities include: Assisting with the supervision of weight room training program (primary sport is baseball, secondary sport is football and other teams as needed); assisting with daily administrative and maintenance items. Qualifications include: strong work ethic, punctuality, enthusiasm, ability to coach and motivate student athletes, being a team player. Preferred qualifications include: experience with baseball and softball strength and conditioning, completion of a bachelor’s degree in exercise science of related field, working towards SCCC/CSCS or USAW certification, CPR certification. Candidates will receive experience working under a certified CSCCa mentor and have the potential to earn recommendations for future career opportunities. Email resume to Cedric Walthaw, Director of Strength and Conditioning at cbw57@hotmail.com. 

Radford University (VA): Scott Bennett has been named director of strength and conditioning at Radford University. Bennett previously served as the senior assistant strength coach at James Madision.

Monday October 8, 2012

Buena Vista (D-III - IA): Baylor graduate assistant Lane Gries has been hired as the head strength and conditioning coach at Buena Vista University.

Coastal Carolina: Coastal Carolina is now accepting applications for the position of Strength and Conditioning VOLUNTEER INTERN. Daily responsibilities will include but are not limited to; assisting with supervision and execution of strength training programs for various sports, teaching student athletes proper technique and equipment use, attending to the daily maintenance of the training facilities, participation in weekly projects, and professional development throughout the internship program. Intern qualifications include: punctuality; enthusiasm; strong work ethic; strong communication skills, and the ability to volunteer a minimum of 30 hours per week. Preferred qualifications include: senior status or completion of a bachelor's degree in exercise science or related field; SCCC, CSCS certification; CPR certification. Interns will receive experience working for a highly competitive Division I University, have the potential to earn recommendations for future career opportunities, and receive college credit if applicable. Candidates must have a strong desire to become strength and conditioning professional. If interested in the position, please email a letter of interest, resume, and three professional references to swoods@coastal.edu, Attention: Sonya Woods. 

Thursday October 4, 2012

Baylor: Baylor University Department of Athletic Performance is accepting applications for a part-time assistant position.  Responsibilities include: Design and implement training protocols for designated teams. Ability to work, write, speak and communicate effectively with staff, administrators and sport coaches. Ability to teach and execute proper technique of lifts and drills.  Coordinate, evaluate, compile and communicate performance targets. Delegation of daily administrative and maintenance items to interns. Part-time assistant requirements include: Bachelor’s degree. Experience in an NCAA four year college or university weight room working with a variety of teams. Possession of the following personality traits; strong work ethic, punctuality, enthusiasm. Part-time assistant preferred qualifications include: CSCS, SCCC, or USAW certification and background as a competitive collegiate athlete. Bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science or related field.  For information regarding the department, visit www.baylor.edu/athleticperformance. To apply, please email a cover letter, resume and at least 3 references to Candice_Walls@baylor.edu.

Wednesday October 3, 2012

Southern University: The Southern University Strength & Conditioning Department is now accepting applications for the position of Strength and Conditioning VOLUNTEER INTERN. Daily responsibilities will include but are not limited to; assisting with supervision and execution of strength training programs for various sports, teaching student athletes proper technique and equipment use, attending to the daily maintenance of the training facilities and participation in weekly projects and professional development throughout the internship program. Compensation: Division 1 experience with earned recommendation for future career opportunities. Potential mentorship opportunity to obtain CSCCa, SCCC certification will be available for some candidates. NO MONETARY COMPENSATION WILL BE PROVIDED. Ideal candidates will have a bachelor’s degree or be in the last semester of coursework for undergraduate degree in exercise physiology or related field of study. Certification from one or more of the following (NSCA, CSCS; CSCCA, SCCC; USAW) are preferred. Inquiries must be received by November 12, 2012 for the Spring Semester 2013. If you are interested in the position, please email a cover letter, resume, and three professional references to corliss_fingers@subr.edu.

Monday October 1, 2012

Clemson: Clemson University Department of Olympic Sports Strength and Conditioning is seeking highly motivated candidates to fill Spring 2013 internship positions. Individuals will gain knowledge and experience in a Division I Collegiate Strength and Conditioning setting. Individuals will also have the opportunity to work with all the Olympic sports that train out of Jervey weight room. It may fulfill course credit if necessary. Daily responsibilities will include but are not limited to: assisting with supervision and execution of strength training programs for various sports, attending to daily maintenance of the training facilities, and professional development throughout internship program. Qualifications: Currently pursuing bachelors/masters in exercise science or related field, certified in CPR/First Aid, and a strong desire to become a Collegiate Strength and Conditioning Coach. Pursuing NSCA, USAW, or CSCCa certification(s) Compensation: This is a non-paid volunteer position. Will gain experience as well as future recommendation for employment. Applicants please submit a cover letter, resume, and professional references to richarf@clemson.edu. Please no phone calls.

 South Alabama: The University of South Alabama Department of Strength & Conditioning is currently accepting applications for 3 full-time intern positions for the spring semester. Successful candidates can expect to work full time for the duration of the 16-week internship starting Jan. 9th. Application should include a cover letter, resume, and have a bachelor’s degree or college senior at an accredited institution. Applications for the spring semester are due by Oct. 26th. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to; assisting the Full-time Strength and Conditioning Coaches with the design and implementation of sport specific strength, speed, agility and quickness programs. During the internship there will be various assignments given to help enrich their experience help develop them to become a better coach. These include but are not limited to; writing a year-round training program(s), developing a training philosophy, facility design, budgeting, staffing and a mock NSCA test. Those interested please send applications to Jon Hersel via email at hersel@usouthal.edu.

South Florida: The University of South Florida Strength and Conditioning is accepting applications for the Spring Semester of 2013 Athletic Performance Interns. Intern responsibilities include: assisting with the supervision and training of USF’s Division I intercollegiate athletic programs; assisting with daily administrative and maintenance duties; completion of various educational assignments during the internship are required. Intern qualifications must include: Strong work ethic; Desire to learn; Enthusiasm; Desire to become a qualified Strength and Conditioning Coach.Preferred qualifications include: Senior status or completion of a Bachelor’s degree in exercise science or related field; eligible to sit for the CSCS, SCCC, or USAW certification; CPR certification. Compensation: There is no monetary compensation provided. However, the position offers the opportunity of advancement in the field of strength and conditioning as well as the fulfillment of credit hours toward a program degree. Expected Start Date is January 6 and will run through May 1. To apply: Applicants should send a cover letter, resume, and 3 professional references to Greg Honeychuck, Assistant Strength and Conditioning Coach, via e-mail at bulls_strength@usf.edu.

Wednesday September 26, 2012

Central Oklahoma: The University of Central Oklahoma has hired Chance Kuehn as an assistant strength coach. Kuehn previously served as a grad assistant at Oklahoma State.

Tuesday September 25, 2012

Texas A&M Kingsville: Richard Compton has been named head strength coach at Texas A&M Kingsville. 

Monday September 24, 2012

Tennessee: The University of Tennessee is accepting applications for the position of Strength and Conditioning Intern for the  Spring, and Summer semesters. The successful candidates will be required to schedule and maintain a minimum of 30 hours per week with the Strength and  Conditioning Department. The daily responsibilities will include: Assisting with supervision and execution of strength training programs; for assigned teams. Teaching student athletes proper techniques and equipment use. Attending to the daily maintenance of the training facilities. Participation in weekly projects and assignments throughout the internship program.  Compensation: Division I Intercollegiate experience, earned recommendation toward further success as a Strength & Conditioning Coach, gear, and college credit towards graduation if applicable. No monetary compensation will be provided. We will do our best to help find affordable living arrangements and part time jobs. Qualifications: Must have a strong work ethic and have a desire to become a Strength & Conditioning professional. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelors degree, and certification from all or one of the following: NSCA CSCS, CSCCA SCCC, USAW, NASM PES, or ACSM HFI. Refer to www.TennesseeStrength.com for applications. The deadline for applications is 10/31/2012.

Seattle University: The Department of Strength and Conditioning (Olympic Sports) at SeattleUniversity is accepting applications to fill the Fall 2012 and Spring 2013 internship positions. This is an un-paid position, but the intern will gain vital experience through performing daily responsibilities which include: assisting in the setup, implementation, and breakdown of team training sessions (11 intercollegiate sports); daily maintenance of the training environment; learning proper technique and others coaching skills critical to the profession. Candidates must be CPR/First Aid certified, preferably C.S.C.S. or C.S.C.C.A. certified and ideally pursuing bachelor’s / master’s in exercise science or related field. If interested, send resume and references to Rasun Hargrett, Strength and Conditioning intern coordinator, at rasunhargrett@hotmail.com.