Human Performance Intern - Summer 2025
Human Performance Intern - Summer 2025
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Job Description
JOB SUMMARY
The Intern Performance Coach will assist with the development and implementation of strength and conditioning training for D.C. Uniteds teams in accordance with departmental vision and objectives. They will work in conjunction with and under the supervision of the human performance staff and deliver sessions as directed. Also assisting with the daily logistical set ups for training and preparing the performance environment. The Intern Performance Coach will be required at team training sessions and on occasion matches and tournaments as directed by the Director of Human Performance. They are also expected to assist with the testing and monitoring of the players physical and mental profiles.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
- Assist with performance testing
- Assist with gym and pitch conditioning sessions
- Assist with the monitoring of athletes during training
- Assist with the monitoring and supervision of athletes in the gym
- Assist with data collection and the implementation of standardized testing and monitoring
- Assist with the preparation of the performance areas for training testing and clearing the areas at the end of the day in preparation for the next
- Support the human performance team as required
QUALIFICATIONS
- Completed or working towards a degree qualification in sports science/strength and condition/health science or any related field
- Must be currently enrolled in school and receiving course credit for the internship
- The selected candidate must pass a background check and provide proof of Covid vaccination.
D.C. United is committed to uplifting our community staff and club. We are seeking candidates to be a part of our journey in our quest for continued organizational growth and another MLS Cup.
D.C. United will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process to perform critical job functions and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
D.C. United is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). D.C. United reaffirms its commitment to the principles of equal opportunity and diversity. D.C. United is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. D.C. United is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race color ethnicity ancestry pregnancy religion creed sex national origin sexual orientation age citizenship status marital status disability gender identity gender expression veteran status or any other protected status in accordance with the requirements of all federal state and local laws. Employment decisions can include hiring termination compensation benefits promotion training selection or other statuses or conditions of employment. All employment decisions are made on the basis of individual skills knowledge abilities job performance and other appropriate qualifications.
Required Experience:
Intern
Employment Type
Intern
