2026 - Emerging Talent Program - Strength and Conditioning

Tampa Bay Buccaneers • Tampa, FL

2d

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

• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Active listening and interpersonal awareness
• Effective time and resource management
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong organizational and follow-up skills
• Flexibility in a fast-paced, changing environment
• Holding a bachelor's degree in Exercise Science, Kinesiology, or a related field.
• Holding or pursuing a certification from a recognized/accredited body such as CSCS, SCCC, or international equivalent.
• A strong passion for sports and a commitment to athlete development.
• Lifting more than 100 pounds is regularly required
• Coaching on the weight room floor, practice fields, as well as Computer and desk work, a significant part of daily activities
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) or comparable tools

Responsibilities

• Assist in the development and execution of strength and conditioning programs tailored to the needs of our athletes.
• Conduct fitness assessments to monitor progress and adjust programs as necessary.
• Collaborate with the performance nutrition team to optimize pre- and post-workout fueling and hydration strategies.
• Manage weight room safety, ensuring all equipment is used correctly and efficiently.
• Participate in coaching athletes through workouts, including one-on-one sessions and group training.
• Help manage the training facility's organization and ensure it meets the highest standards.
• Engage in continuous education on the latest industry trends and techniques in strength and conditioning.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern