Sports Performance Analytics Intern

Efficiency Sports Performance (ESP) is a cutting‑edge training facility dedicated to helping athletes maximize their potential. By leveraging advanced technology and data, ESP develops tailored, efficient, and effective strength training programs. Our goal is to support athletes in achieving peak performance through individualized coaching and innovative methodology. Type: Internship (8–12 hrs/week; 3–6 months, flexible; starts non‑paid or can earn for‑credit) We’re a sports performance center focused on helping athletes improve strength, speed, mobility, and injury resilience through evidence‑based coaching and data‑driven programming. Our internship provides hands‑on experience in athlete support, performance testing, and analytics — ideal for students or early‑career candidates who want to combine a passion for fitness with sport science and data work. Position Summary: The Sports Performance & Analytics Intern will support coaches and performance staff with daily operations, athlete testing, data collection/analysis, and video review. This role is a blend of practical training‑floor experience and foundational analytics work to help quantify athlete progress and inform programming decisions. Key Responsibilities Assist coaches during training sessions: set up equipment, supervise drills under coach direction, help run warm‑ups/cool‑downs. Conduct and record performance testing (vertical jump, sprint times, agility tests, strength benchmarks) and ensure data integrity. Capture, tag, and organize training and testing video; perform basic video‑based movement analysis. Enter, clean, and maintain athlete databases and testing spreadsheets. Produce regular summary reports and visualizations (charts, tables, brief notes) to show athlete progress. Support recovery and mobility sessions under supervision. Help manage athlete check‑ins, scheduling, and client communications as needed. Maintain gym spaces and equipment; follow safety and hygiene protocols. Qualifications (required) Strong interest in fitness, sports performance, strength & conditioning, or exercise science. Desire to learn analytics and apply data to coaching decisions. Basic familiarity with spreadsheets (Excel or Google Sheets). Reliable, punctual, and professional when interacting with athletes and staff. Ability to lift and move equipment (up to ~50 lbs), stand for multi‑hour sessions, and work varying hours (early mornings/after‑school/evenings). Authorized to work in the U.S. (if applicable). Preferred / Helpful Skills Coursework or experience in kinesiology, exercise science, data analytics, biomechanics, or statistics. CPR/AED and First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain). Excellent communication and organizational skills. What You’ll Learn Practical coaching and athlete management skills in a high‑performance environment. How to design, administer, and interpret common performance tests. Methods for collecting, cleaning, and visualizing sport‑performance data. Video‑based movement analysis workflow and practical application to programming. How to translate analytics into actionable coaching cues and program adjustments. Logistics & Compensation Schedule: ~10–20 hours/week; availability for evening sessions preferred. Duration: 3–6 months (flexible); potential for extension #J-18808-Ljbffr