Athletic Trainer Intern Football

CB Champions Blue, LLC; United States; On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Kentucky Athletics Department, Champions Blue, in conjunction with the College of Health Sciences, seeks an Athletic Trainer Intern to provide services to collegiate student‑athletes, assist with practice coverage, injury prevention, documentation, and coordination with medical staff. This is a full‑time, hourly, 2‑year internship with a graduate certificate awarded upon completion.

Eligible candidates will have a Bachelor's in athletic training or related field, 0–2 years'

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in athletic training, exercise science, sports medicine, kinesiology, or related field.
• 0-2 years of experience in athletic training or a related field; paid experience preferred.
• Eligible to obtain Kentucky Athletic Training Licensure within 90 days of hire; NATABOC certification preferred.
• BLS/AED certification required; adherence to HIPAA and privacy regulations.

Responsibilities

• Assist athletic training staff with daily practice and competition coverage under supervision.
• Support home exercise programs and track follow‑through and outcomes.
• Communicate injury status and treatment plans to staff and coaches.
• Maintain inventory of medical supplies and training equipment; replenish as needed.
• Enter injury and rehabilitation data into electronic tracking systems accurately and promptly.

Skills

Communication

Documentation

Injury prevention

Team coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in athletic training, exercise science, sports medicine, kinesiology, or related field

Tools

Electronic injury tracking systems

Job description

Champions Blue Job Posting Title: Athletic Trainer Intern Football

Requisition Number: R-000005935

Department Name: Room Work Location: Joe Craft Center Grade Level: 40 Salary Range: $15.30 - $24.50 Type of Position: Regular Position Time Status: Full time Equivalency Link https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies Shift: Flex (United States of America)

Job Summary

The University of Kentucky Athletics Department, Champions Blue, in conjunction with the College of Health Sciences is looking for an individual to provide athletic training services to collegiate student athletes participating in UK Athletics programs. This person will work with coaches on implementation of strategies, monitor materials, and provide clerical support to the UK Athletics Department. This position is an hourly, full-time, 2-year commitment. A graduate certificate in Musculoskeletal Injuries will be earned upon completion. The job duties include responsibility for assisting athletic training operations for collegiate student-athletes by providing support in practice and competition settings, maintaining training materials and contributing to injury prevention and documentation efforts. Works under supervision to implement exercise programs, monitor student‑athlete progress and facilitate coordination between coaches, medical staff and sports medicine personnel. Ensures compliance while gaining exposure to the athletic training environment. Serves as a developmental role within the athletic training department, learning foundational practices and supporting daily coverage.

Essential Functions

• Assists athletic training staff with daily practice and competition coverage for assigned sports under supervision.
• Supports implementation of home exercise programs for injured student‑athletes and tracks follow‑through and outcomes.
• Communicates injury status, treatment plans and progress updates to athletic trainers and coaching staff.
• Maintains inventory of medical supplies and training equipment; orders and replenishes as needed.
• Assists clinic physician support by scheduling student‑athlete appointments, coordinating referrals and facilitating care with sports medicine staff.
• Enter and updates student‑athlete injury, treatment and rehabilitation data into electronic injury tracking systems accurately and in a timely manner.
• Provides clerical support including managing student‑athlete files, assisting with NCAA‑mandated drug testing logistics and supporting summer camps and shadowing opportunities.
• Monitors compliance with NCAA, conference and university athletic training regulations and elevates potential issues to the supervisor.
• Collaborates with strength & conditioning, pharmacy and orthopedic staff to facilitate student‑athlete care and prevention efforts.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education Requirement

Bachelor's degree in athletic training, exercise science, sports medicine, kinesiology, or related field.

Experience Requirement

0-2 years of experience in athletic training or a related field. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. All experience must be paid and in the same related field. Part‑time and PRN experience will be prorated based on hours worked per week. Volunteer work and internships for academic credit are not counted.

Certifications & Licensures

Eligible to obtain a Kentucky Athletic Training Licensure within 90 days of hire. Must be NATABOC certified prior to or during the internship period. Completion of institutional compliance training (e.g., NCAA, university athletics) and adherence to HIPAA and other relevant medical privacy regulations (provided upon start). Candidate status with the Board of Certification, Inc. (BOC) or anticipated within the internship period is preferred. BLS/AED certification required.

Working Conditions

Working Conditions A. Lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects up to 50lbs: 3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time) B. Lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects over 50lbs: 2. Occasional (<10% of the time) C. Standing or walking with objects up to 10lbs: 4. Regular (>50% of the time) D. Standing or walking with objects up to 25lbs: 3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time) E. Sitting at computer workstation for extended periods: 2. Occasional (<10% of the time) F. Risk of back injury from moving, lifting or positioning patients, equipment, or materials: 3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time) G. Repetitive motion: 3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time) H. Working at heights above 4 feet: 1. Never I. Working in confined spaces: 1. Never J. Risk of injuries from use of equipment on the job: 3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time) K. Job-related travel: 3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time) L. Loud noises: 2. Occasional (<10% of the time) M. Temperature extremes: 3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time) N. Hazardous chemicals and fumes including waste: 2. Occasional (<10% of the time) O. Radiation: 1. Never P. Burns: 1. Never Q. Cuts/Punctures: 2. Occasional (<10% of the time) R. Bloodborne/airborne pathogens: 3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time) S. Recombinant DNA or viral vectors: 1. Never T. Combative/violent people: 1. Never U. Animal handling (including carcasses): 1. Never V. Please specify other(s) and amount of exposure (i.e. Occasional, Intermittent or Regular): Athletic competitions, practices, travel, outdoor sporting events, and emergency response situations; Regular (>50% of the time).

Physical Demands

This position requires regular standing and walking throughout athletic training facilities, practice venues, competition sites, and travel locations; intermittent lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling of equipment and supplies; repetitive motion associated with treatment, rehabilitation, documentation, and clinical activities; and intermittent exposure to injury response situations and medical emergencies. Responsibilities include providing direct patient care, supporting athletic participation and recovery, and accompanying teams during travel, practices, competitions, and related athletic events.

Our University Community

We value the well‑being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus. The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status. Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre‑employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen. At the University of Kentucky, excellence isn't just something we pursue on game day. It's something we work toward every day in our work, culture and commitment to our student‑athletes. Whether you're supporting operations behind the scenes, elevating our fan experience, guiding student‑athlete development or driving innovation across our programs, we want to hear from you. We can't wait to see the impact we'll make together.

Champions Blue LLC

Champions Blue LLC is a nonprofit public entity that serves as the holding company for UK Athletics. Champions Blue is designed to increase flexibility and enable UK Athletics to continue as one of the best in the country by finding new opportunities to generate additional revenue and more efficiently manage expenses. It is led by a Board of Governors and reports to the University of Kentucky Board of Trustees.