Job Description
Job Posting Title
Intern, Applied Sports Science
Hiring Department
Intercollegiate Athletics
Position Open To
All Applicants
Weekly Scheduled Hours
27
FLSA Status
Non‑Exempt
Earliest Start Date
Immediately
Position Duration
Expected to Continue Until Jan 21, 2026
Location
UT MAIN CAMPUS
Job Details
General Notes
Texas Athletics will define what it means to be the world's best intercollegiate athletics program, instilling passion, knowledge, and character for all student‑athletes to compete to win, to succeed academically, to achieve their dreams in life, and to contribute to society. Our mission is to prepare students to win with integrity‑in academics, in athletics and in life.
Purpose
The Applied Sports Science Intern will play a vital role in an information system supporting evidence‑based decisions regarding the performance and health of student‑athletes. We are committed to the application of the latest in human performance research for the enhancement of student‑athlete health and development. This internship will support our mission of providing coaches and trainers with unique, accurate and actionable feedback in a timely manner. As an intern, you will be actively involved in supporting student‑athlete growth and development using performance assessments, athlete monitoring and education. You will collaborate closely with the sports science staff, developing insights, facilitating rehabilitation progression and return‑to‑play strategies. This internship offers a unique opportunity to gain hands‑on experience and develop your skills in a high‑performance setting.
Responsibilities
Assist and potentially lead data collection, analysis, and communication within a comprehensive athlete monitoring system under structured oversight.
Technologies used include Smartabase, Catapult, VALD, Elite Form, Body Weights, and Subjective Questionnaires.
Collaborate with athletic medicine, sport performance, nutrition, behavioral health, and coaching staff to optimize athlete health, wellness, and performance.
Contribute insights within the Applied Sports Science Department.
Opportunity to contribute to performance science including: data collection, data security, analysis, and results presentation.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Consistently exemplify the core values and quality service standards of Texas Athletics. Act ethically, seek guidance when unsure or unclear of laws or policies, and participate in assigned education and training programs. Comply with all relevant laws, policies and regulations set forth by the Board of Regents, the University, NCAA, Conference, or other governing body. Report compliance issues as required. Adhere to Title IX duties as outlined by the University.
Required Qualifications
Working toward a degree in kinesiology, sports science, sports analytics, data analytics, or a related field.
Experience with database management, analysis, and visualization (knowledge of Excel).
Demonstrated experience with independent sports science projects.
Ability to effectively communicate sports science data and information to strength & conditioning, sports medicine, coaching staff, and athletes.
Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.
Salary Range
Unpaid Internship
Working Conditions
Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation.
Use of manual dexterity.
Climbing of stairs.
Must be able to lift more than 50 lbs. and stand for extensive amounts of time.
May work around standard office conditions.
Work Shift
Monday through Friday.
Work times vary.
Required Materials
Resume/CV.
Professional references.
Employment Eligibility
Please make sure you meet all the required qualifications and can perform all essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.
Retirement Plan Eligibility
This position is not eligible for a retirement plan.
Background Checks
A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.
Equal Opportunity Employer
The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.
Pay Transparency
The University of Texas at Austin will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.
Employment Eligibility Verification
If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I-9 form. You will be required to present acceptable and original documents to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States. Documents need to be presented no later than the third day of employment. Failure to do so will result in loss of employment at the university.
E‑Verify
The University of Texas at Austin use E‑Verify to check the work authorization of all new hires effective May 2015. The university’s company ID number for purposes of E‑Verify is 854197. For more information about E‑Verify, please see the following:
E-Verify Poster (English and Spanish) [PDF]
Right to Work Poster (English) [PDF]
Right to Work Poster (Spanish) [PDF]
Compliance
Employees may be required to report violations of law under Title IX and the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act). If this position is identified a Campus Security Authority (Clery Act), you will be notified and provided resources for reporting. Responsible employees under Title IX are defined and outlined in HOP-3031.
The Clery Act requires all prospective employees be notified of the availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety report. You may access the most recent report here or obtain a copy at University Compliance Services, 1616 Guadalupe Street, UTA 2.206, Austin, Texas 78701.
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Job Tags
For contractors, Internship, Work at office, Immediate start, Monday to Friday, Shift work