Strength & Conditioning Intern

Army West Point Athletic Association • West Point, NY

7d • Onsite

About The Position

This is an unpaid internship designed to provide students interested in collegiate athletics with a hands-on educational experience. Interns gain exposure to the operations of a Division I athletic department supporting 30 varsity programs at the United States Military Academy. The internship emphasizes learning, professional development, and career exploration through training, mentorship, and guided participation alongside full-time professionals.

Strength & Conditioning interns gain exposure to Division I athletics and military/tactical training, continuing professional education through a full educational curriculum, practical coaching development, and ongoing support from intern graduates and staff. Interns are integrated into their mentors’ teams and day-to-day work environment. The internship also fulfills hours required for the CsCCa-SCCC exam under the mentorship of Director of Strength and Conditioning Scott Swanson.

The internship runs from Winter 2026 through Spring 2027. It is for a defined term and may be concluded at any time by either the intern or Army West Point Athletics Association Inc. Interns are directly supervised by full-time staff, with ongoing training, feedback, and mentorship. The internship is intended to support academic learning and may be eligible for academic credit, subject to the intern’s institution. Interns must confirm credit eligibility and requirements with their college or university. Interns are not employees of Army West Point Athletics Association and are not entitled to wages, employee benefits, or future employment as a result of participation.

The position is housed within the Army West Point Athletics Association (AWPAA), a nonprofit corporation that manages and supports the United States Military Academy’s 30 intercollegiate athletic programs.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must be a current college student or enrolled as a college student by September 2026, and provide proof of enrollment.
• Must have a strong interest in college athletics and sport performance.
• Must possess or be actively working toward an exercise science or similar degree and certification as either an SCCC or CSCS.
• Must have excellent organizational skills and the ability to prioritize in a multi-task setting.
• Must communicate effectively verbally and in writing and demonstrate strong listening skills.
• Must work collaboratively with others in a professional, team-oriented environment.
• Must show initiative, reliability, and a positive attitude while assisting on a wide range of supervised projects.

Responsibilities

• Assist with general administration and maintenance.
• Set up and break down training sessions.
• Collect data.
• Coach and support cadet-athletes.
• Participate in supervised projects as part of a professional, team-oriented environment.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed