Athletic Trainer Intern

Posting Details

Posting Details

Job Title

Athletic Trainer Intern

Requisition Number

RE52679

Working Title

Department Name

12F00:UKAA - Support Services

Posting Details

Posting Details

Job Title

Athletic Trainer Intern

Requisition Number

RE52679

Working Title

Department Name

12F00:UKAA - Support Services

Work Location

Lexington, KY

Grade Level

40

Salary Range

$15.30-24.50/hour

Type of Position

Staff

Position Time Status

Full-Time

Required Education

BA

Click here for more information about equivalencies:

https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies

Required Related Experience

0 yrs

Required License/Registration/Certification

Athletic Certification State Licensure Eligible within 90 days

Physical Requirements

Physical requirements for this position include, but are not limited to: running, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, sitting on the floor getting up and down from the floor, and equipment.

Shift

Days, Evenings, Weekends

Job Summary

The University of Kentucky Athletics Department, in conjunction with the College of Health Sciences is looking for an individual to provide athletic training services to collegiate student athletes participating in UK Football and other specific sports assigned while completing course work to earn a graduate certificate in Musculoskeletal Injury Management. This is a two-year fellowship program. This athletic trainer will also work with coaches on implementation of strategies, monitor materials, and provide clerical support to the UK Athletic Department.

Must meet minimum requirements for UK College of Health Sciences Graduate School.

Must be able to comply with all SEC, University and NCAA rules and regulations.

This position will begin July 2026 and end June 2028.

Athletic Certification State Licensure Eligible-must obtain within 90 days from date of hire

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Communication skills, time management, motivated, taking direction from multiple individuals.

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?

No

Preferred Education/Experience

Deadline to Apply

01/08/2026

Our University Community

We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.

The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.

Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Are you currently certified by the National Athletic Trainers Association (NATA) and licensed in the state of Kentucky, or eligible to obtain this licensure within 90 days from date of hire?

   • Yes
   • No

2. * As part of the Southeastern Conference, candidates considered for staff or coaching positions within UK Athletics are required to disclose any unethical conduct. Please answer the below questions regarding your prior collegiate employment. Have you ever been charged with a violation of NCAA 10.1 Unethical Conduct by the NCAA or any NCAA member institution?

   • Yes
   • No

3. * Have you ever been charged with a NCAA Level I, II or III, secondary or major violation or any violations with the Collegiate Sports Commission (CSC) and/or SEC?

   • Yes
   • No

4. * Are you currently involved in any pending NCAA, CSC, or SEC investigation, charges and/or violations of NCAA, CSC or SEC legislation?

   • Yes
   • No

5. * If you answered yes to any of the previous three questions, please list all violations in which you’ve been charged or were involved. If you answered no to all three of the previous questions, please type: N/A

(Open Ended Question)

1. * Has the NCAA Committee on Infractions or CSC ever issued you show-cause penalty?

   • Yes
   • No

2. * I agree to and understand that failure to disclose any NCAA violation or false information regarding my NCAA compliance history will result in removal of my application for consideration.

   • Yes
   • No

3. * I certify that I am not associated with any prospective student-athlete(s) UK is currently recruiting.

   • Yes
   • No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents 1. Resume 2. Cover Letter

Optional Documents

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