Job Description

2027 Season Internship | Sports Science

FC Dallas | January – June 2027

The Sports Science Intern will support the daily sport science and performance operations for FC Dallas first-team players. This role assists with GPS monitoring, performance testing, field setup, and real-time training support within a professional high-performance environment.

This internship offers valuable, hands-on experience with a professional sports organization for your future in sports science, strength and conditioning, or high-performance sport. Candidate hours are flexible to accommodate your school or work schedule. Some nights, weekends, and early morning sessions will be required.

What You'll Do

GPS & Athlete Monitoring

• Assist with daily GPS operations including unit distribution, syncing, charging, and basic data checks
• Help collect and organize GPS metrics
• Support the Head of Performance with basic reporting and data management

Performance Testing

• Assist with speed testing, jump testing, and routine fitness assessments
• Help operate timing gates, jump mats, and other performance tools under supervision
• Contribute to maintaining player testing logs and performance databases

Field Setup & Organization

• Prepare training field equipment including GPS units and warm-up tools
• Support Strength & Conditioning and performance staff with setup and breakdown before and after training
• Ensure clean, organized, and professional on-field workspaces

Training Support & Live Assistance

• Provide on-field support during training sessions as directed by performance staff
• Assist with hydration setup, recovery stations, and session logistics
• Observe and learn how real-time load information is used to guide session demands

What We're Looking For

• Active college student; college credit required
• Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Sport Science, Exercise Physiology, Kinesiology, or related field
• Familiarity with GPS systems (Catapult, STATSports, or similar)
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Clear and respectful communicator; reliable, punctual, and team-oriented
• Professional, positive, and proactive approach to all training operations
• Ability to work in a fast-paced professional environment including morning sessions and occasional irregular hours

Preferred

• Previous experience in collegiate or professional sport settings
• Basic skills in performance analysis or data visualization (Excel, Google Sheets, etc.)
• Interest in pursuing a career in sport science, S&C, or high-performance sport

FC Dallas is an equal opportunity employer and, therefore, pledges to provide equal opportunities without regard to race, color, ancestry, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, disability, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, or any other protected class. This pledge applies to all employees and applicants for employment in connection with the material terms and conditions of employment, including without limitation: recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, demotions, treatment during employment, benefits, compensation, leave of absence, training, or terminations. Supervisors who control these actions are responsible for fair and equal application to all employees. It is FC Dallas's intention to comply with all federal and state equal opportunity laws and executive orders forbidding any type of discrimination against employees or applicants.

FC Dallas is committed to maintaining an atmosphere where all employees can perform their duties free from harassment and intimidation based on race, color, ancestry, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, disability, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, or any other protected class. Employees are encouraged to accept their share of responsibility for successfully carrying out this pledge.