What are the responsibilities and job description for the Nutrition Intern position at New York City FC?
JOB TITLE: Nutrition Intern
DEPARTMENT: Sporting
REPORTING TO: Head of Sports Science
LOCATION: Orangeburg, NY
COMPENSATION: $16.50/hour
POSITION OVERVIEW:
New York City FC (NYCFC) is excited to offer the opportunity to a candidate to join their Human Performance Department. As the nutrition intern, you will play a pivotal role in supporting the delivery and enhancing the quality of nutritional services within NYCFC’s First and Second teams. In line with NYCFC’s Human Performance Department philosophy the successful candidate will be responsible for assisting, and delivering when required, performance nutrition support to NYCFC First and Second teams.
WHAT YOU’LL DO:
WHAT YOU’LL DO:
- Assist with the development of strategic nutrition and recovery programs, including supplementation, travel nutrition, performance catering, illness prevention and return to play from injury.
- Undertake education that aids in the practical design and delivery of comprehensive nutritional interventions that support players' training programs and competition.
- Assist with the delivery of nutritional education to the players, including the production of educational resources such as presentations, placards, and information sheets.
- Attend multi-disciplinary meetings to provide updates on individual nutritional plans and contribute to the holistic development of our players.
WHAT YOU’LL BRING:
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to safely and effectively deliver programs, and convey key messages to colleagues, players and coaches.
- Understanding of the nutritional demands of soccer.
- An enthusiastic approach and proactive attitude.
- Highly organized, with an ability to manage workload, prioritize and meet deadlines quickly and efficiently.
- Detail oriented.
- Computer literate with an ability to assimilate new software & processes quickly.
- Ability to get to CFA (Orangeburg, NY) and be able to commit to the full program (4 days per week, approx. 30hrs)
- Experience in working in/or with soccer (desirable, not essential)
TYPICAL WORKING SCHEDULE:
Successful candidate will be expected to complete, but not limited to the following:
- Work with the team through the entire MLS season (March 21st – December 9th, 2024)
- 4 days per week at CFA (Typically Monday to Friday but varies based on season schedule)
- 8:00am – 2:00pm (approx. 6hrs per day)
- Attend occasional home games to assist the Human Performance staff.
ADDITIONAL REQUIRMENTS:
- Applicant must be able to comply with MLS Next Safety and Well-Being policy and any other applicable child safety policies provided to applicants by NYCFC
- Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, as necessary
PHYSCIAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Prolonged periods of standing
- Must be able to lift 45lbs at times
WHAT WE OFFER:
- Two complimentary tickets to every NYCFC home match
- Team outings, happy hours, and annual staff gatherings to celebrate our co-workers
- A dynamic, ambitious, and fun work environment
APPLICATION PROCESS:
Please submit your resume and a one-page cover letter outlining why you are interested in this opportunity and why your skills and traits make you ready to step into this role.
NEW YORK CITY FOOTBALL CLUB OVERVIEW:
At New York City FC, we are on a mission to build this city into one of the soccer capitals of the world. The Club was announced as Major League Soccer’s 20th franchise and is the first and only MLS team located within the five boroughs of New York City. The Club has qualified for the Audi MLS Cup Playoffs eight times over the past nine seasons, winning MLS Cup in 2021. Games are broadcast through MLS Season Pass, the unprecedented subscription service from Apple and Major League Soccer that will have every match of the MLS regular season, Audi MLS Cup Playoffs, and Leagues Cup all in one place and with no blackouts. New York City FC is building New York City’s first-ever soccer-specific stadium, set to open for the 2027 MLS season. For more information, please visit: www.newyorkcityfc.com.
New York City FC is also one of 13 clubs comprising City Football Group and counts Manchester City FC, Melbourne City FC, Yokohama F-Marinos, Girona FC, Montevideo City Torque, Shenzhen Peng City FC, Mumbai City FC, Lommel SK, ESTAC Troyes, Palermo FC, Bahia, and Club Bolívar among its sister clubs.
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law
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