Athletic Trainer Intern

The Naval Academy Athletic Association (NAAA), founded in 1891, is a nonprofit organization whose objective is to "promote, influence, and assist in financing the varsity athletic programs of the midshipmen of the United States Naval Academy" in accordance with the policy of the Superintendent of the Academy. Through an intercollegiate athletics program that is one of the largest in the country, every midshipman is afforded the opportunity to compete in athletics at the Division I level. The emphasis on physical fitness is borne out in the first line of the mission of the U.S. Naval Academy: To develop midshipmen morally, mentally and physically.

Summary

The Naval Academy Athletic Association is accepting applications for Intern Certified Athletic Trainers. These positions are 10-month appointments starting July 15, 2026 and ending May 14, 2027.  Sport assignments will be determined at a later date.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Responsibilities include but are not limited to assisting the athletic training staff with sports medicine care to all student athletes as needed, daily operation and maintenance of the sports medicine facilities, along with daily practice coverage and travel with the assigned team. The Intern Athletic Trainers will also be expected to perform administrative duties, along with other duties as assigned by the Director of Sports Medicine.

Qualifications

• Experience, Education, & Certification(s)

Additional Eligibility Requirements

The Naval Academy Athletic Association (NAAA), founded in 1891, is a nonprofit organization whose objective is to "promote, influence, and assist in financing the varsity athletic programs of the midshipmen of the United States Naval Academy" in accordance with the policy of the Superintendent of the Academy. Through an intercollegiate athletics program that is one of the largest in the country, every midshipman is afforded the opportunity to compete in athletics at the Division I level. The emphasis on physical fitness is borne out in the first line of the mission of the U.S. Naval Academy: To develop midshipmen morally, mentally and physically.

Summary

The Naval Academy Athletic Association is accepting applications for Intern Certified Athletic Trainers. These positions are 10-month appointments starting July 15, 2026 and ending May 14, 2027.  Sport assignments will be determined at a later date.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Responsibilities include but are not limited to assisting the athletic training staff with sports medicine care to all student athletes as needed, daily operation and maintenance of the sports medicine facilities, along with daily practice coverage and travel with the assigned team. The Intern Athletic Trainers will also be expected to perform administrative duties, along with other duties as assigned by the Director of Sports Medicine.

Qualifications

• Experience, Education, & Certification(s)

Additional Eligibility Requirements

• Must be eligible to work in the United States of America, without sponsorship.

• Must be eligible to work on a military installation, including a willingness to submit to a background screen.

• Must possess a valid driver’s license.  

Opportunities:

• Monthly CEU educational series (BOC CEU Provider). 

• One on one mentorship from one of the staff athletic trainers.

• Work with a multidisciplinary sports medicine team including but not limited to: Orthopedic Surgeons, Sports Medicine Physicians, General Medical Physicians, Physician Assistants, Podiatrists, Sports and Clinical Psychologists, Nutritionists, Sports Performance Coaches, and Physical Therapists.

• Opportunities to observe orthopedic surgeries.

• Opportunities to observe military training evolutions.

Work Conditions/Physical Requirements  

• Ability to stand, walk, and remain on feet for extended periods.

• Ability to lift, carry, and move equipment or supplies, often up to 50 pounds or more.

• Capability to assist or life injured individuals as necessary.

• Physical stamina to work long hours, often outdoors or in variable conditions.

• Frequent bending, kneeling, squatting, or touching to assess and treat athletes.

• Manual dexterity to apply tape, braces, or other treatments.

• Ability to perform physical demonstrations such as stretching or therapeutic exercises.

• Quick reflexes and mobility to respond to on-field injuries.

• Acute vision and hearing to observe athletes and communicate effectively.

• Capacity to travel or move between locations if covering multiple teams or events.

Travel 

• Travel required with assigned teams as needed.

The NAAA Featured Benefits

• Medical

• Dental

• Vision

• 403(b) retirement plan 

• Paid holidays

• Paid accrued vacation and sick days

• NAAA paid life/AD&D insurance

Pay Range

$16/hour

Application Process

• Applicants should submit a cover letter, resume, and 3 professional references 

• Applications will be accepted until all positions are filled

Disclaimer Statement

This position description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Apply Now