The University of Connecticut Football Strength and Conditioning program seeks to hire one - two interns for Fall 2025. The goal of our program is to provide an encompassing view of collegiate strength and conditioning, including programming, exercise technique and facility upkeep. The internship will include set up and take down of the weight room, daily cleaning and maintenance, completion of a comprehensive educational curriculum, hands on experience, and any other duties as assigned by the strength and conditioning staff. Potential candidates must possess an enthusiastic spirit, strong character and demonstrate effective organization and communication skills.

Qualifications  

In pursuit of, or recent completion of a Bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science or a related field. Experience in a collegiate strength and conditioning setting, as a coach or athlete. Candidates must be CPR/AED certified and possess, or currently working towards their certification through the USAW, NSCA, or CSCCa. 

Compensation

This is an unpaid position with no housing or meal assistance. Internship credit hours may be obtained.

Internship Term

August 18 – November 24, 2025

Application Deadline

Screening will begin immediately and will continue until positions are filled.

To apply

Interested candidates should send an email with the subject header “Connecticut Football S&C Internship – Last Name, First Name” including a cover letter, resume, and references in a single PDF to: jobsinathletics@uconn.edu. Screening of applicants will begin immediately.  Fulfillment of this position is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment background check. 

As an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity employer, UConn encourages applications from women, veterans, people with disabilities and members of traditionally underrepresented populations.

For additional questions or information please contact internship program coordinator Shelton Bynum at shelton.bynum@uconn.edu.