Hourly Pooled-Football Performance Nutrition Intern

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JOB TITLE:  

Football Performance Nutrition Intern 

JOB PURPOSE:  

Assist the Director of Performance Dietetics with tasks related to performance nutrition for football student athletes at the University of Wyoming. This will be a 6-month position from Fall Camp until the end of the season. This is a travel position, and the successful candidate must be willing and able to perform duties on Fridays and Saturdays during the season, including at away games.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 

Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, assessments, catered meal support, creating nutrition education materials for athletes, creating and delivering basic nutrition talks and cooking classes, providing performance and recovery nutrition on practice and competition days, interacting with athletes and answering their performance nutrition questions, and helping with social media account education posts.

Join Our Campus Community! 

Thank you for your interest in joining the University of Wyoming. Our community thrives on the contributions of talented and driven individuals who share in our mission, vision, and values. If your expertise and experience align with the goals of our institution, we would be thrilled to hear from you. We encourage you to apply and become a valued member of our vibrant campus community today! 

At the University of Wyoming , we are committed to creating a supportive and enriching workplace. 

JOB TITLE:  

Football Performance Nutrition Intern 

JOB PURPOSE:  

Assist the Director of Performance Dietetics with tasks related to performance nutrition for football student athletes at the University of Wyoming. This will be a 6-month position from Fall Camp until the end of the season. This is a travel position, and the successful candidate must be willing and able to perform duties on Fridays and Saturdays during the season, including at away games.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 

Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, assessments, catered meal support, creating nutrition education materials for athletes, creating and delivering basic nutrition talks and cooking classes, providing performance and recovery nutrition on practice and competition days, interacting with athletes and answering their performance nutrition questions, and helping with social media account education posts.

This is a true part-time paid internship which will include a dedicated mentoring and education piece. Pay rate is $20/hr., with limitations on the number of hours you can work based on Federal, State, and University laws and policy. Full transparency will be provided during the interview process. New Registered Dietitians or Dietitian eligibles looking to get experience working directly with football are encouraged to apply, but the position is open to all levels of experience.  If you have questions, reach out to Kevin Goff at kgoff5@uwyo.edu

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Education:  Some College.  Working toward Bachelor’s Degree in Nutrition or similar field.
• Experience:  None  

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:  

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in nutrition or Sports Nutrition
• Registered Dietitian Eligible 

REQUIRED APPLICATION MATERIALS:

Complete the online application.  The department additionally requests candidates upload the following document(s) for a complete application: 

1. Cover letter 
2. Resume or C.V. 

WORK LOCATION: 

On-campus: This position provides vital support to campus customers, and the successful candidate must be available to work and perform essential job functions on campus, understanding our location is at 7,220 feet above sea level. 

HIRING STATEMENT/EEO:  

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for a position, please contact us at 307-766-2377 or email jobapps@uwyo.edu.  

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The University of Wyoming is located in Laramie, a charming town of 30,000 residents nestled in the heart of the Rocky Mountain West. The state of Wyoming continues to invest in its only 4-year university, helping to make it a leader in academics, research, and outreach with state-of-the-art facilities and strong community ties. We invite you to learn more about Laramie by visiting the About Laramie website. 

Located in a high mountain valley near the Colorado border, Laramie offers both outstanding recreational opportunities and close proximity to Colorado’s Front Range and the metropolitan Denver area. Laramie’s beautiful mountain landscape offers outdoor enjoyment in all seasons, with over 300 days of sunshine annually. For more information about the region, please visit http://visitlaramie.org/ 

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