High Performance Intern

Tampa Bay Sun FC; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Tampa Bay Sun FC is seeking a High-Performance Intern for the 2027 season to support the High-Performance Department of a Division 1 women’s professional soccer team. The role emphasizes sports science, strength and conditioning, and data collection, working alongside the Head Performance Coach.

The intern will assist in day-to-day trainings, GPS setup, NordBoard and Force Plate testing, and gym-based coaching.

Qualifications

• Working towards an undergraduate or graduate degree with an emphasis in Sports Science/Human Performance/Strength & Conditioning.
• Experience in performance coaching or sports science in a professional sporting environment.
• Strong written and verbal skills.
• Exceptional reliability, interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.
• Flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Learn/Assist with training session operations from a high-performance perspective.
• Assist with GPS set up and management throughout the session
• Assist with testing modalities including NordBoard and Force Plate testing.
• Assist as a strength coach in the gym.
• Learn how to quickly problem solve in a high-pressure environment/adapt to training days as circumstances change.
• Create/Provide a positive/open minded work environment.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Strong written skills

Strong verbal skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Reliability

Team player

Education

Undergraduate or graduate degree in Sports Science/Human Performance/Strength & Conditioning

Job description

Role: High Performance Intern - 2027 Season

Organization: Tampa Bay Sun FC

Reports to: Head Performance Coach

Classification: Seasonal Intern. This internship is eligible for college credit. A stipend will be provided for hours worked beyond required academic credit hours.

Position Summary

The High-Performance Intern will have the opportunity to assist with the overall operations of the High- Performance Department at Tampa Bay Sun Football Club, a division 1 women’s professional soccer team. The successful candidate will apply their knowledge in sports science, strength and conditioning and data collection.

The High-Performance Intern will work alongside the Head Performance Coach and Sports Scientist to assist in the day-to-day operations and execution of all Tampa Bay Sun FC trainings.

Responsibilities

• Learn/Assist with training session operations from a high-performance perspective.
• Assist with GPS set up and management throughout the session
• Assist with testing modalities including Nordboard and Force Plate testing.
• Assist as a strength coach in the gym.
• Learn how to quickly problem solve in a high-pressure environment/adapt to training days as circumstances change.
• Create/Provide a positive/open minded work environment.
• Other duties as assigned.

Desired Characteristics

• Applicants can be working towards an undergraduate or graduate degree with an emphasis in Sports Science/Human Performance/Strength & Conditioning.
• Experience in performance coaching or sports science in a professional sporting environment.
• Strong written and verbal skills.
• Exceptional reliability, interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills required.
• An innovative individual who can come up with ideas and work extremely well within a team to come up with creative solutions and identify new opportunities, often in a high-pressure, fast- changing environment.
• Able to be available during non-traditional hours, in non-traditional settings, and within a team atmosphere.
• Applicants are self-sufficient and are work driven.
• This role will be around 20-30 hours weekly.
• Ability to be flexible including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Must have a valid driver's license.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.