Nutrition Intern (Off-Season)

The Los Angeles Rams; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

The Los Angeles Rams are seeking an Off-Season Nutrition Intern to support the team dietitian with fueling practices for players, coaches, and staff. The role is hourly and on-site at our Woodland Hills facility with training camp at Loyola Marymount University, and it runs in two segments—April to mid-June and mid-July to August.

The position requires study in nutrition or related fields, with RD preferred.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in or graduated from a study in nutrition, health science, or dietetic related field. (RD preferred, but not required)
• At least one year of experience working in sports nutrition within collegiate or professional athletics (including part-time experience)
• Experience working in American football at the collegiate or professional level is preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Self-motivated, positive attitude, and great work ethic.
• Ability to organize and prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Head Team Performance Dietitian and Performance Nutrition Fellow in delivering performance-enhancing nutrition services to players and staff.
• Assist in inventory management of nutraceuticals in fueling stations
• Assist with nutrition education and counseling to support players, coaches, and football staff performance and wellness goals.
• Assist in assessment modalities including but not limited to body composition, bloodwork analysis, and sweat testing.
• Organize and distribute pre and post lift, practice, and game nutrition
• Assist with hydration and fueling operation at practices and pre-season games.
• Assist caterers/vendors with daily needs.
• Creation of engaging passive educational materials.
• Collaborate with the Performance team to create and maintain an industry-leading environment for our athletes, coaches, and staff.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

Organization

Independent work

Team collaboration

Time management

Education

Nutrition/Health science/Dietetics degree

Job description

The Off-Season Nutrition Intern is an hourly position responsible for assisting the team dietitian with fueling practices related to players, coaches, and staff. This individual must be able to collaborate in a team environment and work in conjunction with members of the performance staff.

Note: This internship is structured in two segments: April through mid-June and mid-July through August, with a planned break between segments based on the team’s schedule.

Role Responsibilities

• Assist the Head Team Performance Dietitian and Performance Nutrition Fellow in delivering performance-enhancing nutrition services to players and staff.
• Assist in inventory management of nutraceuticals in fueling stations
• Assist with nutrition education and counseling to support players, coaches, and football staff performance and wellness goals.
• Assist in a variety of assessment modalities including but not limited to body composition, bloodwork analysis, and sweat testing.
• Organize and distribute pre and post lift, practice, and game nutrition
• Assist with hydration and fueling operation at practices and pre-season games.
• Assist caterers/vendors with daily needs.
• Creation of engaging passive educational materials.
• Collaborate with the Performance team to create and maintain an industry-leading environment for our athletes, coaches, and staff.
• Other duties as assigned.

Role Qualifications (Skills/Experience/Capabilities)

• Currently enrolled in or graduated from a study in nutrition, health science, or dietetic related field. (RD preferred, but not required).
• At least one year of experience working in sports nutrition within collegiate or professional athletics (including part-time experience).
• Experience working in American football at the collegiate or professional level is preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Self-motivated, positive attitude, and great work ethic.
• Ability to organize and prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work independently.

Additional Requirements

• This position is based at our Woodland Hills facility, with training camp conducted at Loyola Marymount University, and requires daily on-site presence. Remote or hybrid work is not available.
• Must be available to work non-traditional hours, including early mornings, evenings, weekends and holidays, based on the team’s season schedule.
• Must be available to work significant overtime, including up to 30 hours per week, during training camp and preseason.
• Travel is required for preseason away-game trips.
• Ability to lift and carry supplies weighing up to 50lbs.

Compensation: $18.50 per hour. This position is non-exempt and eligible for overtime pay.

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