Performance Nutrition Intern
About The Position
The Performance Nutrition Intern supports the UFC Performance Institute’s Performance Nutrition team with sport nutrition-related tasks and athlete services. The role includes managing the fueling station; preparing fueling and recovery nutrition; assisting with snack and meal-plan planning and preparation; providing individual athlete education as needed; and maintaining clean, hygienic nutrition environments. The intern may also work in an interdisciplinary capacity with other technical areas. This is an on-site, in-person internship in Las Vegas, Nevada. The internship is 12 weeks long, running from January 25, 2027, through April 16, 2027. UFC does not provide relocation, housing, or transportation assistance.
Requirements
- Be enrolled in a relevant academic program; UFC’s Internship Program is open to students currently enrolled in a degree-seeking program.
- Possess or be working toward an RD or CSSD certification.
- Demonstrate an outstanding work ethic and attention to detail.
- Be able to work independently on assigned tasks and effectively deliver outcome goals.
- Have a strong desire to work with elite combat athletes.
Nice To Haves
- Experience working with athletes from weight-categorized sports.
Responsibilities
- Assist the Performance Nutrition team with sport nutrition-related tasks.
- Manage the fueling station and prepare fueling and/or recovery nutrition as required.
- Assist with planning and preparing snacks and meal plans.
- Deliver individual athlete education as required.
- Maintain clean and hygienic nutrition environments within the facility.
- Work in an interdisciplinary role with other technical areas as required.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
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