Strength and Conditioning Internship Program
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Job Description
About the Company
D1 Training is an athletic-based group training facility catering to adults and youth athletes aged 7 and up. Their core mission is to provide the best fitness philosophy and facility to their athletes, empowering them to improve themselves by efficiently and consistently reaching their fitness goals.
D1’s promise to its athletes is: “You pick the goal, we help you get there.” This promise is fulfilled by D1 Coaches, who are central to implementing and instilling the D1 training philosophy in every workout. Coaches are expected to adapt and customize programs to tailor them to each individual athlete. They take a personal stake in the lives of their athletes, maintaining regular contact and monitoring individual progress. D1 prides itself on offering the best training environment in the industry, driven by a culture where everyone is motivated to help those around them. The company is passionate about impacting and changing lives through world-class coaching.
Job Description: Strength and Conditioning Internship Program
D1 Training Downtown Orlando is offering an internship program for aspiring strength and conditioning coaches. This is a hands-on opportunity designed to provide a comprehensive learning experience that bridges academic knowledge with real-world coaching application.
Key aspects of the internship:
• Learning Experience: Interns will learn the D1 coaching process, training systems, and performance philosophy in a dynamic, high-energy environment. The goal is to develop the next generation of professional coaches.
• Target Audience: The facility serves a diverse range of individuals, including youth athletes, adults, and elite performers.
• Responsibilities:
• Assist coaches during training sessions.
• Help with setting up and breaking down equipment.
• Engage positively and energetically with athletes and members.
• Shadow lead coaches to gradually build confidence in leading warm-ups and drills.
• Attend team meetings and development sessions.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety standards within the facility.
• What You’ll Learn:
• The D1 Training 5-Star Training System.
• Session flow and programming breakdown.
• How to coach athletes across all levels (Rookie, Development, Prep, Collegiate, Adult).
• Leadership and communication skills in both group and one-on-one settings.
• Recovery, mobility, and injury prevention protocols.
• How to build relationships with athletes, families, and members.
• Qualifications:
• Currently enrolled in (or a graduate of) an Exercise Science, Kinesiology, Sports Performance, or related program.
• A passion for strength & conditioning, fitness, and athletic development.
• Willingness to learn, ask questions, and receive constructive feedback.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• CPR/AED Certification is preferred but not required initially.
