2026 - Emerging Talent Program - Performance Nutrition
About The Position
The Emerging Talent Program is designed to develop the next generation of leaders in professional sports. Our mission is to attract top, early-career talent and provide meaningful, hands-on experience within the Tampa Bay Buccaneers organization. Participants do more than observe; they contribute. Interns gain real-world experience, insider access, and a comprehensive understanding of how a professional football organization operates. The program is intentionally structured to help participants build upon their academic foundation while defining clear, career-focused goals. Each intern is placed within a specific department while also being encouraged to explore the broader business of football through networking opportunities, a Capstone Project, and our Internship Learning Series. Throughout the program, interns collaborate with team executives and build professional relationships that extend well beyond their internship experience. This is a paid, hourly internship running from July 13, 2026, through June 25, 2027.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in nutrition through an accredited program
- Currently working towards registered dietitian credential or be credentialed
- Experience in collegiate or professional sports nutrition department, football preferred
- Experience working food service in culinary, hospitality, or team related setting
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Strong organizational and follow-up skills
- Ability to work independently and be a self-starter
- Uphold HIPPA and professional codes of conduct
- A professional demeanor, positive attitude, and learning mindset are mandatory.
- Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) or comparable tools
Nice To Haves
- ServSafe certified preferred
- Master’s degree in nutrition, exercise science or related field preferred
Responsibilities
- Assist the Department of Performance Nutrition in planning and execution of clinical, food service, and performance-based nutrition services
- Assist nutritional related player reporting and testing (communications, hydration testing, body composition tracking, fueling monitoring, etc.)
- Manage fueling stations while maintaining clean, hygienic, and organized nutrition areas
- Oversee ordering, receiving, inventory, and organization of food and sports nutrition products
- Prepare and administer daily pre-and post-practice/game fueling, recovery, and hydration plans
- Assist in development and delivery of player education on a variety of platforms and topics
- Be a collaborative member of the performance team, including culinary team, sports medicine, strength and conditioning, coaches, and players
- Review performance nutrition-related research and products, and disseminate findings in easy-to-understand educational formats
- Assist in nutrition operations planning and execution of game day and travel nutrition needs
- Contribute to performance menu planning, execution and distribution of team meals and snacks
- Perform menu item and fueling station nutritional analysis utilizing the Teamworks Nutrition Platform
- Perform additional tasks as assigned
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Career Level
Intern
