POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:

The University Athletic Association at the University of Florida is searching for five intern athletics trainers to assist in delivering athletic training services to various Florida Gators sports as assigned (softball, baseball, cross country/track, spirit/volleyball/gymnastics, and basketball). Other duties include providing coverage for the athletic training facility, supervising athletic training students, and traveling overnight as required by the sport.

MINIMUM EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

Required Qualifications:

• Completion of an accredited Certified Athletic Training Program by start date
• BOC Certification and Florida Licensure eligible within 30 days of hire
• Current ARC or AHA certification
• A valid driver’s license
• Highly organized individual with a positive attitude
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a dynamic team
• Ability to engage effectively with others of diverse cultures or backgrounds
• Ability to work a non-standard work schedule which will include evenings, weekends, holidays and overnight team travel

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working in an intercollegiate or professional athletics environment

*Please note: Additional on the job training will be provided to candidates who meet the minimum qualifications for this position. Please note this is a non-coaching position.

BENEFITS:

Comprehensive benefits package including but not limited to health, dental, life, LTD, AD&D, tuition reimbursement for the University of Florida or Santa Fe College only and is based on in-state or online program rates, pension (upon eligibility), recognition programs and paid time off. This position is compensated at the current minimum wage for the duration of the internship. You can view our benefits on the official job posting by clicking here.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

Interviews may be conducted prior to the closing date, but no offer of employment will be extended until after the position closes. Once an official offer is extended and accepted, the candidate will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification Form I-9 and will be contingent on satisfactory background screening results. The candidate will also be required to present acceptable and original documents to prove identity and authorization to work in the United States without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future. The University Athletic Association, Inc. is an at-will employer, a separate company from the University of Florida and not a state employer.

The UAA is an equal opportunity employer and is strongly and actively committed to diversity.

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