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Internship: Performance Specialist (Winter/Spring 2013) Athletes' Performance
THIS JOB HAS EXPIRED
DescriptionAthletes' Performance has firmly established itself as the world leader in providing integrated performance training services to elite athletes. From its elite facilities in Arizona, Southern California, and Florida, and Texas the company has trained many of the Top Champions in Sport: top NFL Draft picks, Super Bowl Champions,
NFL All-Pros and veterans, NBA, NHL and MLB All-Stars and veterans, World Cup and Olympic Medalists, as well as thousands of other athletes from many different sports and from all over the globe.
Founded by performance training innovator Mark Verstegen, Athletes' Performance is a world-class team of seamlessly integrated specialists dedicated to helping athletes of all sports achieve optimal performance efficiently and ethically.
We are seeking dynamic individuals that bring exceptional skills and abilities to our team, and have a passion for providing outstanding service to our elite clientele.
Hours
This in an unpaid academic internship. Work days are Monday - Friday varied hours and include part day Saturday on a rotating schedule. Hours are subject to change based on time of year and population of athletes in-house.
Overview
Our goal is to expose you to different philosophies and ideas and how they are integrated into our methodology and systems of training. We want you to learn how to evaluate the body in a more 3 dimensional format, understanding the entire kinetic chain and prescribing and implementing the best exercises and progressions to meet the individual needs of each athlete. Open your mind about all of the possibilities when training athletes--think outside the box and forget the cookie cutter approach. Daily duties and responsibilities include: facility and weight room maintenance, laundry, equipment set-up and break down, stretching, Juniors Program coaching, assisting the Performance Specialists as needed with various aspects of training and testing, and much more.
You will have the added benefit of working with an organization that is solely dedicated to its athletes.
Proficient with Anatomy
Computer Literate-Word and Excel
Excellent communications skills
Attention to Detail
Proactive
Fulfilling a curriculum/graduation requirement in Exercise Science or related field
Must be certified in First Aid/CPR for the duration of the internship term
Perks
Work out in world-class facilities
Special discounts on food and merchandise
Working apparel
Requirements
During the electronic application process, please provide details of your training-related experience. Also include a CV/resume and list of references in the sports field. Application does not guarantee an internship. Each application is processed and sent to our selection committee for review. Accepted applicants will be notified upon approval.
Housing
Housing is provided at all locations except Texas for up to 6 interns. More may be selected if applicants arrange alternate housing on their own. Food is available for purchase on-site at the Arizona facility only.
Term Dates Application Deadline
Term: January 2, 2013 - May 24, 2013
Deadline: October 2012
SELECTIONS WILL BE MADE 2-4 WEEKS AFTER APPLICATION DEADLINE DATE.
| Location: | 650 South Athletes' Place Tempe, AZ 85281 United States |
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THIS JOB HAS EXPIRED
Athletes' Performance
Investors: ABS Capital Partners, Polaris Venture PartnersAll Jobs: at Athletes' Performance
| Web Site: | www.athletesperformance.com |
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| Headquarters: | 650 South Athletes' Place Tempe, AZ 85281 United States |
| Industry: | Media and Entertainment |
