Kildare GAA Sport Science / Athletic Development Internship
(Flexible 3 – 9 months)
Role Profile
- The Intern will play a role in the implementation of Sports Science support with Kildare GAA under the guidance of the full-time performance staff.
- The intern will work as part of a team, in conjunction with other full-time and voluntary personnel, to deliver the Kildare GAA performance support objectives.
- Under the guidance of Kildare GAA performance staff, the post holder will play an active role in:
- Performance coaching.
- Monitoring and testing athletes.
- Delivery of strength & conditioning programs for various teams (e.g. development squads & secondary school teams).
Positions
There is a selection of internships available to choose from:
- 4 hours per week internship
- The post holder will be required to work a maximum of 4 hours per week.
- Contact hours will be primarily evenings & weekends (e.g. development squad sessions).
- The hours may vary depending on workload and seasonal changes (maximum 4 hours per week).
- 8 hours per week internship
- The post holder will be required to work a maximum of 8 hours per week.
- Contact hours will be primarily evenings & weekends (e.g. development squad sessions).
- The hours may vary depending on workload and seasonal changes (maximum 8 hours per week).
- 12 hours per week internship
- The post holder will be required to work a maximum of 12 hours per week.
- Contact hours will consist of daytime, evening & weekends (e.g. secondary school teams & development squad sessions).
- The hours may vary depending on workload and seasonal changes (maximum 12 hours per week).
Key tasks:
- Update & monitor the Smartabase Player Monitoring System.
- Design & delivery of strength & conditioning programs.
- Delivery of player educational content, including practical workshops and lectures.
- Assist in the regular fitness testing for development squad players.
- Liaise with County Games Development Personnel & attend meetings and personnel training as required, to support the development of the function & the role.
Essential Criteria:
- The candidate should have an interest in strength & conditioning.
- The candidate should be a member of a GAA club & have previous coaching experience.
- Foundation or Award 1 GAA Coaching Course would be an advantage.
- Good administrative & IT skills with a strong working knowledge of IT related packages & systems.
- Good communication & presentation skills (verbal & written).
- Ability to effectively manage multiple projects & deadlines; hands-on approach to getting things done.
Other Requirements:
- Access to own transport.
- Please note these positions are subject to Garda Vetting.
Training:
- The successful candidate will receive full training for this role.
- The candidate will receive a qualification in Resistance Training for Youth GAA Players.
- The candidate will be mentored throughout the duration of the role by full-time performance staff.
