Internship / Placement Opportunity – Galway U20 Football

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At Galway Football, you will have the exciting opportunity to work closely with the U20 team for the 2025 season. As a valued member of our team, you will actively
contribute to the development of our players, ensuring they reach their highest potential.

About the Role
“We are seeking interns or students to assist in our professional environment. You will work alongside our head of sports science and be responsible for all aspects of strength and conditioning, data analysis, and providing training and conditioning on the field and in the gym. In this role, you will gain valuable experience from industry
experts.
You will also contribute to fitness testing and participate in all aspects of sports science upskilling. This is vital for us as we continue to strive to provide the best
opportunities for our athletes.”

About You
This position is perfect for someone looking to make a difference in the field of sports. The ideal candidate should enjoy building relationships and thrive in a fast-
paced environment. The Strength and Conditioning Coach at Galway Football should be organized, possess excellent communication skills, and be passionate about
providing exceptional athlete experiences while staying updated with the latest trends in sports science.

Roles and Responsibilities
• Be part of the management team
• Work in all aspects of S&C with a highly qualified Coach
• Pre-training Testing / Pre-Mid-Post Season Testing /
• Data collection through Wellness, testing, Live GPS, Hydration
• Partake in all Gym and Pitch sessions
• Learn how to program for Strength, Power, Speed, Reaction, Speed repeatability, Endurance
• Travel to Home and Away Games as part of Management
• Player Rehab in conduction with physio

Essential Criteria
• Student/Coach
• Available to work in Galway Minimum 20hrs per week

Desirable Criteria
• Keen interest or experience working or coaching in High-Performance Sports in the field of Sports Science / Data Analysis.
• Have your own transport

What’s Next?
If you are interested, please email Tom French info@sportsacademyx.com with your CV and Cover Letter.