2027 Season Internship | Sports Science

FC Dallas • Frisco, TX

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About The Position

The Sports Science Intern will support daily sport science and performance operations for FC Dallas first-team players. The role assists with GPS monitoring, performance testing, field setup, and real-time training support in a professional high-performance environment. The internship provides hands-on experience relevant to careers in sports science, strength and conditioning, or high-performance sport. Candidate hours are flexible to accommodate school or work schedules, although some nights, weekends, and early morning sessions are required. The internship runs from January through June 2027, and college credit is required.

The intern will assist with GPS unit distribution, syncing, charging, basic data checks, and organizing GPS metrics; support basic reporting and data management; help conduct speed, jump, and fitness testing; and maintain testing logs and performance databases. The intern will also prepare and organize training equipment and workspaces, support setup and breakdown, assist during training sessions, and help with hydration, recovery stations, and session logistics while learning how real-time load information informs training demands.

FC Dallas is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal opportunities and maintaining a workplace free from harassment and intimidation based on protected characteristics.

Requirements

• Must be an active college student; college credit is required.
• Pursuing a bachelor's degree in Sport Science, Exercise Physiology, Kinesiology, or a related field.
• Familiarity with GPS systems such as Catapult, STATSports, or similar.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Clear and respectful communication skills.
• Reliable, punctual, and team-oriented.
• Professional, positive, and proactive approach to training operations.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced professional environment, including morning sessions and occasional irregular hours.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience in collegiate or professional sport settings.
• Basic performance analysis or data visualization skills, such as Excel or Google Sheets.
• Interest in a career in sport science, strength and conditioning, or high-performance sport.

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily GPS operations, including distributing, syncing, and charging units and performing basic data checks.
• Help collect and organize GPS metrics.
• Support the Head of Performance with basic reporting and data management.
• Assist with speed testing, jump testing, and routine fitness assessments.
• Help operate timing gates, jump mats, and other performance tools under supervision.
• Maintain player testing logs and performance databases.
• Prepare training field equipment, including GPS units and warm-up tools.
• Support Strength & Conditioning and performance staff with setup and breakdown before and after training.
• Keep on-field workspaces clean, organized, and professional.
• Provide on-field support during training sessions as directed by performance staff.
• Assist with hydration setup, recovery stations, and session logistics.
• Observe how real-time load information is used to guide session demands.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern