VOLUNTEER INTERNSHIPS

The San Jose State Athletic Performance department provides the opportunity for aspiring strength and conditioning professionals to work as volunteer interns each semester and during the summer with the football program.  Qualified candidates will have the opportunity to assist the San Jose State Athletic Performance staff in all aspects of the strength, speed, and conditioning programs, nutrition oversight, setting up and breaking down equipment for team workouts, and attending to daily maintenance and upkeep of the Koret Athletic Training Center. Minimum requirements include: A strong work ethic, punctuality, and a desire to become a strength and conditioning professional. Preferred qualifications include: Completion or current pursuit of an undergraduate degree in exercise science or a related course of study, completion or current pursuit of a nationally-accredited certification, including CSCS, SCCC, or USAW, and previous coaching experience in intercollegiate athletics. This position will provide interns with valuable practical experience, networking, professional development opportunities, and college credit, if applicable. Interested candidates should submit a resume, cover letter (1-page max), and 3 professional references in one PDF file to Assistant Athletic Performance Coach Isaac Franco at isaac.franco@sjsu.edu.