Sports Nutrition Student Assistant (Summer)

University of Oklahoma; Norman (OK); On-site; USD 11,365 - 13,776; Part time

Job summary

The University of Oklahoma is seeking a student intern to assist staff and Sports Dietitians with daily duties for fueling student-athletes. Responsibilities include managing fueling stations, training interns, and preparing nutritional items. Ideal candidates are students pursuing a degree in nutrition or similar fields, willing to commit 20 hours per week for a year. This position offers flexible hours but is contingent upon student status verification and a background check.

Qualifications

• Must be currently enrolled at the University of Oklahoma.
• Hiring contingent upon verification of current student status.

Responsibilities

• Assist staff and Sports Dietitians with daily duties and projects.
• Manage fueling stations and inventory.
• Train other interns on guidelines and protocols.
• Prepare and deliver nutritional supplements and food items.
• Support game day operations as needed.

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Education

Currently enrolled student at the University of Oklahoma

Job description

Pay Range: Targeted salary of $8.25 - 10.00 per hour, based on experience

Benefits Eligible: No

Work Schedule: Flexible Schedule

Travel: May be required

Position Introduction

• Assist staff and Sports Dietitians with daily duties and on-going projects for optimal fueling of the Oklahoma Sooner student-athletes
• Assist in managing fueling stations, including transporting and stocking, inventory of nutritional products regularly
• Assist in weekly ordering of sport-specific fueling stations
• Train other interns on the guidelines, protocols of OU Sports Nutrition
• Create educational handouts and additional signage as deemed necessary by Sports Dietitians
• Facilitate in the preparation and delivery of nutritional supplements, food, and fueling station food items for student athletes
• Sport assignments or game day operations as needed
• Other duties as assigned by staff Sports Dietitians
• Seeking students who can commit to 20 hours per week for a full year. Minimum of a yearlong position.

Required Education And Experience

• Must be currently enrolled in a combination of two terms as a student at the University of Oklahoma.
• Hiring contingent upon verification of current student status.

Skills

• Attention to detail when performing assigned tasks
• Time and priority management skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Maintain clean and organized work areas and equipment

Department Preferences

• A minimum of 1 year as an OU Sports Nutrition intern or a position similar status.
• Additional opportunities are provided upon successful completion and retention of first year
• Preference given to undergraduate or graduate students pursuing degree in nutrition, dietetics, exercise science, or related field
• Desire to pursue career in sports nutrition and obtain Registered Dietitian credentials

Hiring Contingent Upon a Background Check:

Yes