Strength and Conditioning Internship
Overview
Premier Fitness & Performance has been influential in the development of over 20,000 athletes since 2004. Our company provides Internships on a yearly basis to successful candidates with the opportunity to be educated on the latest scientifically based training methods in athlete and adult training. The successful candidates will gain “hands on” practical training experience and will learn the Premier training system with daily practical training while having the opportunity to coach athletes and adults in our state of the art 10,000 square foot facility. The Premier training system is highly education based and focuses on an integrated training approach.
Qualifications
- Must be a Junior or Senior enrolled in an Exercise Science program at the Bachelor’s or Master’s level.
- Great Personality, ability to Motivate athletes and are passionate about helping athletes succeed in sport and life.
- Must be a self starter, be willing to learn and be a team player for consideration.
- Experience in competitive athletics (preferred)
- Creative thinker (ability to think outside the box and come up with new ideas to make company better)
- Demonstrated ability to work in a fast paced environment and multi-task.
Duties & Responsibilities include:
- Learning Premier methodology through daily practical training
- Coaching groups of athletes, adults and private clients
- Assisting the PFP team with athlete training modification to accommodate unique needs of clients that include Competitive preparation, Recovery and regeneration, testing and data entry.
- Assisting with facility cleaning, setting up and preparing the facility for training sessions.
Job Potential
The majority of PFP employee hires come from within the organization. Your internship is a great opportunity for you to gain experience and expand your knowledge while showcasing your talent and ability with a possible opportunity for a career upon completion.
Duration
This is a paid internship and typically lasts a school semester or 12-16 weeks in length (Winter/Spring, Summer, Fall) Summer Internship length may vary. Interns are required to work Monday-Friday and some weekends (rotating schedule).
Requirements
- You must be able to receive college credit for the internship.
- Experience in personal training, strength and conditioning coaching, or related fitness field.
- Relevant educational background such as exercise science, kinesiology, pre-physical therapy, biomechanics, or athletic training with relevant course work (anatomy and physiology, exercise science, nutrition, statistics).
- Available to commit to the entire length of the internship (dates vary by season/semester) and work 30-40 hours per week.
Deadlines
All applicants must submit a cover letter and resume by the following dates to be considered for an interview:
- Summer – May 1st (approximate start date May 30th)
- Fall – September 15th (approximate start date October 1st)
- Winter/Spring – December 31st (approximate start date February 1st)
Location
Premier Fitness & Performance
9087 Dutton Dr.
Twinsburg, OH 44087