Colchester United FC Sports Science Internship

The Job position with Colchester United FC centres on diverse Exposure: Engage in various aspects of sports science, from monitoring training loads to supporting rehabilitation and physical profiling. It would suit someone who can bring clear communication, reliability, and practical judgement to the role.

Known job details

• Employer: Colchester United FC
• Contract: Full-time
• Shift: Weekends
• Accreditation & CPD: Benefit from guidance towards industry-recognised accreditation alongside internal and external professional development opportunities.
• Contribute to the delivery of tailored physical development programmes for players.
• Player Profiling: Help conduct physical assessments and performance profiling.
• Rehabilitation Support: Assist staff with end-stage return to play for injured players.

Likely focus of the role

• Diverse Exposure: Engage in various aspects of sports science, from monitoring training loads to supporting rehabilitation and physical profiling.
• Networking: Build lasting connections within a respected football club and the wider sports industry.
• Assisting in tracking training load and performance metrics.

Requirements mentioned

• Professional Experience: Collaborate with professionals in a high-performance football setting.
• Enrolment in a Sport Science degree (or a related discipline e.g., S&C.
• Experience working with athletes, whether at an amateur or professional level.