Intern, High Performance & Sport Science (Unpaid)

USA Lacrosse•Sparks, MD

3d•Onsite

About The Position

USA Lacrosse is looking for an unpaid/for credit summer Sport Science Intern to work with our High-Performance department. The Sport Science Intern will primarily work alongside the Manager, Sport Science with engagement across the department to assist with the management and coordination of USA Lacrosse's events. This will include completing a variety of administrative and sport science-related tasks and working on projects associated with our National Teams and National Team Development Program (NTDP) events. We are looking for an energetic, hands-on, "go-getter" who will approach each day with enthusiasm and respect for the role they are playing to support the top athletes in lacrosse competing to represent the United States. If you are looking to gain applied experience in sport science, performance testing, and athlete support in a high-performance environment, this is an excellent opportunity for you. You will play an integral role in supporting the High-Performance department in preparing for upcoming National Team events as well as the NTDP through assisting with logistics of the NTDP Combine, data entry, and execution of performance testing protocols. This position will start in June and end in mid-August 2025.

Requirements

Current college student working toward a Bachelor’s degree (junior or senior) or Master's degree in Exercise Science, Sport Science, or related field.
Intermediate computer skills with working knowledge of Microsoft 365 products, including Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams, and PowerPoint.
Enthusiastic go-getter with a “roll up your sleeves” and “get it done” attitude.
Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, follow up/through skills, and the ability to meet deadlines.
Strong communication skills, including interpersonal, verbal and written.
Ability to work both independently and as part of a collaborative team in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
Must possess a strong “customer first” attitude.
Ability to exercise the appropriate level of discretion and judgment with the capability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive and proprietary information and materials.
Ability to present a professional persona and presence to build relationships and establish credibility.
Ability to be flexible with your work schedule, including the ability to work some nights and weekends based on event schedules.
Willingness to learn about the sport of lacrosse and appreciate the need to develop and fuel the growth of the sport with diversity, inclusion, and equity in mind.
Ability to align with USA Lacrosse’s Mission, Vision, and Values and Strategic Plan to support our initiatives and organizational goals.

Nice To Haves

Previous work, internship, or volunteer experience in an athletic, sport performance, or strength and conditioning setting preferred.
Experience using GPS monitoring hardware and software.
Experience using timing gates and conducting performance testing.

Responsibilities

Assists the Manager, Sport Science in all aspects of NTDP Combines related to performance testing sessions including, but not limited to, event preparation, on-site logistics, equipment setup, and data collection, entry, cleaning, and reporting.
Supports registration activities for NTDP events, including collection and verification of athlete information necessary for participation in performance testing and event compliance.
Communicates with volunteers and event staff, providing necessary information related to performance testing procedures during event operations.
Provides on-site assistance at NTDP Combine stages and National Team training camps, supporting sport science initiatives and other operational tasks as needed.
Provides administrative and sport science support to National Teams and the NTDP, including responsibilities such as data entry, customer service, event preparation and execution, document processing and retention, and support of performance testing initiatives.