Carnegie Mellon University Athletics Department is seeking an experienced graduate student for an internship role under the supervision of the head strength and conditioning coach.
Responsibilities:
The position is modeled after a strength and conditioning graduate apprenticeship where the applicant will have the opportunity to assist in the following areas:
- Leading multiple modalities of training ranging from short, weight-room-based routines to long, speed preparation sessions
- Instructing sections of the workout including plyometrics, Olympic lifting, mobility, barbell, dumbbell, and bodyweight exercises
- Leading groups through an entire workout from warm-up to the end of running or lifting
Goal:
The goal of the apprenticeship is to prepare the applicant to assume programming and coaching responsibilities for one or more teams as they are ready.
Opportunities:
In addition to coaching experience, this position offers exposure to educational resources including:
- A comprehensive 1000+ exercise video library
- Programming and training organization principles taken from a variety of disciplines including track and field, gymnastics, weightlifting, bodybuilding, and martial arts
- An injury prevention framework that blends the art of rehabilitation with practical considerations
Preferred Skills:
The applicant will have coaching experience in a collegiate weight room and be certified through the National Strength and Conditioning Association, but these are not requirements.
Commitment:
As required by the Sports Science program, the internship requires 10-15 hours per week beginning in the middle of August and ending May 31.
To apply:
Submit a resume and cover letter addressed to Alan DeGennaro at adegenna@andrew.cmu.edu.
