Academy Performance Coach Intern

Ball Arena•Commerce City, CO

20h•Onsite

About The Position

The Academy Performance Coach Intern will assist and support the club’s Performance Department in the planning and delivery of a full athletic performance/development program for the Colorado Rapids Development Academy. This program will impact approximately 80 Academy players aged between 13 & 18 years of age.

Requirements

Minimum of a B.S. in Exercise Science, Kinesiology, or Athletic Training.
First Aid/CPR certification required.
Ability to maintain positive attitude and demonstrate professionalism
Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality
Ability to complete work accurately and in a timely manner
Ability to work independently & in a group setting and demonstrate good judgment skills
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing
Possesses excellent interpersonal skills
Ability to multi-task, prioritize and adapt to changing environments

Nice To Haves

A CSCS, NASM-PES, or equivalent certification is preferred
A Masters in Sports Science, Exercise Science or equivalent is preferred.
Ability to acquire or produce and maintain a valid driver’s license and meet company vehicle driving standards.

Responsibilities

Support Academy Strength & Conditioning coach in design and implementation of a periodized athletic development program to be delivered in weight room and on the training field
Support Academy Strength & Conditioning coach in collection of data provided by GPS/Heart Rate Monitoring systems or other available modes and provide coaching staff with data points to guide periodization and session building
Support Academy Strength & Conditioning coach in Activation/Regeneration sessions as needed (at home and away)
Support Academy Strength & Conditioning coach in providing individualized Return To Play (RTP) Protocols that allows each athlete to progress safely back to full training
Support Academy Strength & Conditioning coach in providing at home training programs for those not traveling, injured, or during cancelled session (due to weather)