Graduate Fellowships in Exercise and Sport Science
Graduate fellowships for the M.S. in Exercise and Sport Science program are highly sought-after opportunities that provide you with hands-on learning and reduced tuition costs.
Fellowship Types
The School of Nursing and Health Sciences offers a wide range of internal (on-campus) and external graduate fellowship opportunities of the following types:
- Presidential Fellowships provide 100% of your graduate tuition and include a 9-month, unpaid fellowship placement of 25 hours per week.
- Provost Fellowships provide 50% of your graduate tuition and include a 9-month, unpaid fellowship placement of 15 hours per week.
2025-2026 Exercise and Sport Science Fellowship Opportunities
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Activity-Based Therapy Fellow - Project Walk Boston - Provost
Location: Stratham, NH
Job Description
The Graduate Fellowship in Activity-Based Therapy is a unique opportunity for students passionate about advancing rehabilitation practices through innovative, research-driven approaches. This fellowship is designed to support graduate students who are committed to exploring and enhancing the efficacy of Activity-Based Therapy for individuals with neurological disorders, such as spinal cord injuries, traumatic brain injuries, stroke, cerebral palsy and other neurological and motor impairments. Project Walk is a globally recognized organization that focuses on enhancing the quality of life for individuals impacted by paralysis or mobility-related disorders through activity-based recovery programs.Activity-Based Therapy (ABT) emphasizes recovery through intensive, repetitive, and goal-directed physical activities that aim to retrain and restore neuromuscular function. The therapy involves the use of various interventions, including task-specific training, electrical stimulation, and robotics, to encourage neuroplasticity and functional improvements.
Position Responsibilities
- Conduct Research: Design, implement, and analyze research studies related to Activity-Based Therapy, focusing on improving motor function and rehabilitation outcomes for individuals with neurological conditions.
- Engage in Clinical Practice: Participate in hands-on clinical activities, assisting with or directly providing ABT interventions under the guidance of licensed therapists and rehabilitation specialists.
- Advocate for ABT Practices: Raise awareness about the benefits and advancements in Activity-Based Therapy by engaging with healthcare providers, policymakers, and the public through outreach efforts.
- Patient Interaction and Education: Communicate effectively with patients and caregivers, providing education about the goals, procedures, and expected outcomes of Activity-Based Therapy.
- Adhere to Ethical Guidelines: Follow ethical research and clinical guidelines, ensuring patient safety, confidentiality, and the responsible conduct of research and clinical practice.
- Contribute to Program Development: Assist in developing and refining ABT protocols and contribute to the growth and improvement of rehabilitation programs within the institution.
- Leverage Technology for Broader Reach: Utilize digital platforms (social media, webinars, online forums) to share ongoing research, success stories, and breakthroughs in ABT, engaging a wider audience globally.
Position Requirements
- Passionate about working with individuals who have experienced life-altering injuries or illnesses.
- Certified in CPR/AED and capable of lifting over 50 lbs., with the stamina to remain on my feet throughout the day.
- Skilled in critical thinking, with the ability to troubleshoot and adapt research protocols or clinical practices to address the unique needs of each patient.
- Deeply committed to advancing the field of Activity-Based Therapy, focusing on improving patient outcomes and exploring innovative rehabilitation strategies.
Arkitect Fitness Strength and Conditioning Coach - Arkitect Fitness - Provost
Location: Tyngsborough, MA
Job Description
A Graduate Fellowship with Arkitect Fitness includes shadowing our Coaches in the gym, as well as the Physical Therapists working for Barbell Therapy and Performance in the same building. Fellows will learn how to coach and write programs for general fitness and weight loss members, youth athletes, post rehab members, as well as for athletes training in powerlifting and olympic weightlifting. Fellows will be expected to assist with the care and maintenance of the facility, complete assigned reading, and write a reflection paper.Position Responsibilities
- Coaching and interacting with members
- Vacuum and clean as needed
- Write programs as assigned
Position Requirements
Applicants ideally should have a basic understanding of strength and conditioning principles and programming. Applicants will be expected to socialize with the members and facilitate a welcoming environment, therefore a significant level of communication and social skill is expected. Applicants should have an open mind, be ready and willing to make mistakes, and be open to correction and coaching.Athletic Evolution Strength and Conditioning Coach - Athletic Evolution - Provost
Location: Woburn, MA
Job Description
Athletic Evolution is a 5,000 sqft facility with a specialty in athletic performance for youth, middle school, high school, college, NFL combine candidates, and professional athletes. AE is also home to AE Physical Therapy with three Physical Therapists and one Physical Therapy Assistant, working with youth, adult, and athletic populations. AE hosts four major programs throughout the year including our Athletic Development Program, Elite Semi-Private Training, Speed Training, and Team Training.Our Elite Semi-Private Training program is our individualized training for all athletes based on an evaluation process. Athletic Development is an introductory to a structured Strength and Conditioning program. Our Team Training program provides a group atmosphere with a set program based on sport and age with teams in the North Shore area. AE's Speed Academy focuses on linear speed development and change of direction speed.
Graduate fellows will be exposed to all facets above. They will be responsible with observing, assisting, and leading individuals and groups in all listed programs."
Position Responsibilities
- Fellows will work with all programs based on comprehension of the programs after fulfilling a weeklong training. During this training, fellows will learn our exercises, progressions, regressions, modifications, coaching cues, and how to demonstrate these exercises. They will also learn the facility's protocols and daily operations.
- Fellows will coach, interact, evaluate, and program for teams and athletes according to the speed of comprehension, as well as background knowledge of these facets.
- Fellows are assigned to assist head coaches in NFL combine training starting in the winter.
- During the fellowship, continuing education assignments and weekly meetings/discussions will take place to better facilitate given information at AE, as well as current information in the field of strength and conditioning, professional advancement, and personal development. Site visits, mock interviews, and updating resumes and cover letters will occur during the Spring Semester.
- Graduate Fellows are considered coaches and are encouraged to get as much hands-on experience as possible. We want all fellows to feel comfortable and ready to graduate with the ability to coach in any field of interest in athletic performance/strength and conditioning.
Position Requirements
- Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
- Previous experience (internship or work experience) in strength & conditioning preferred.
- Anticipated CSCS certification either before or during fellowship experience (CSCS not required for fellowship).
- Passion for the field and motivation to learn in a hands-on, energetic environment.
Bentley Athletic Performance Fellowship - Bentley University - Provost
Location: Waltham, MA
Job Description
Assist with all aspects of year-round athletic preparation for Division 1 and 2 athletes at Bentley University.Position Responsibilities
- Fellowship students who have an NSCA CSCS certification and deemed capable would have the ability to program and directly lead training sessions for assigned teams as well as work alongside full-time performance coaches in assisting with their teams.
- Non-certified fellowship students would assist the full-time coaches and would be given the opportunity to lead sessions under their supervision when deemed appropriate.
- Fellowship students would interact with athletic trainers, coaches, and administrators to develop training programs.
- General weight room maintenance and upkeep.
Position Requirements
- Desire to be an athletic performance professional.
- Prior collegiate playing or coaching experience.
- NSCA CSCS certification preferred but not required.
Boston College Strength and Conditioning Coach - Boston College - Provost
Location: Chestnut Hill, MA
Job Description
This is a graduate strength and conditioning position. This position will give you the necessary skills to be a strength and conditioning coach at the collegiate level. You will work with some prominent Division 1 athletes in the very competitive hockey east and the ACC. You will learn the skills of programming workouts for specific teams and have the ability to have your own teams to coach.Position Responsibilities
- Responsible for programming 1-3 teams
- Learn to use sport science technology such as force plates, velocity based training, and catapult
- Assist in coaching with 30 varsity teams
- Set up and breakdown of workouts
- Meet with coaches, sports medicine and nutrition
Position Requirements
- National Certification (CSCS, SCCC)
- Great work ethic
- Potential travel with Women’s Ice Hockey
Brandeis University Strength and Conditioning Coach - Brandeis University - Provost
Location: Waltham, MA
Job Description
This graduate fellowship offers a unique opportunity to gain practical, hands-on experience as a member of the Brandeis University strength & conditioning staff. The fellow will acquire valuable coaching experience in small group and large team settings. They will also learn how to test and collect athlete performance data, implement various training methods, and learn the Brandeis Strength programming format. Additionally, the individual will have the chance to develop as a coach through participation in educational sessions, coaches’ meetings, and testing protocols. The goal of this program is to provide the fellow with the necessary skills and qualities to advance in the field of strength and conditioning.Position Responsibilities
- Design and implement year-round strength & conditioning programs.
- Assist the strength and conditioning staff in the training of Brandeis University’s athletic teams.
- Assist in daily administrative tasks and weight room maintenance duties.
- Assist in the set-up and breakdown of equipment for strength training, conditioning sessions, and testing.
- Participate in staff meetings, fellowship/internship assignments, and professional development.
- Assist in Refuel Station duties.
- Adhere to S&C staff standards and expectations.
Position Requirements
- CPR certified.
- Undergraduate experience in exercise science.
- Basic knowledge on exercises and programming.
- CSCS or personal training certification is not required but recommended.
- Early morning availability.
Catano Performance Strength & Conditioning Coach - Catano Performance - Provost
Location: North Andover, MA
Job Description
Assist Head Strength coaches with coaching & demonstration of exercises for Middle, High School, College Athletes & Adults.Position Responsibilities
- Assist in developing and implementing individualized strength and conditioning programs for clients based on gold standard assessment tools and cutting-edge technology.
- Assist in conducting team training sessions for athletes and sports teams.
- Assist in motivating and inspiring clients to reach their full potential and achieve their fitness goals.
- Learn and assist with fitness assessments and track clients' progress over time.
- Assist in maintaining a clean and safe training environment.
Position Requirements
- Received a Bachelor's in Exercise Science or a health-related field.
- Currently enrolled in a graduate program through Merrimack College.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Passion for learning and helping clients achieve their fitness goals and educate clients on proper form and technique to prevent injury and maximize results.
- Current standard first aid, cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), and automated external defibrillation (AED) certifications.
Compete Strength and Conditioning Coach - Compete Strength and Conditioning - Provost
Location: Norwood, MA
Job Description
The grad fellow at Compete will be fully immersed into the onboarding, training, and hands-on athletic development we facilitate for each individual client the moment they step through the door. Although you will not be expected to be at a head coach level in terms of presence in the weight room from day one, you should be able to make a positive impact on the athletes’ training experience. This can be as simple as ensuring a certain drill is set up properly in advance to communicating to the coach that an athlete may need a modification if you flag an injury during their pre-lift. This grad fellowship will provide countless reps on the floor coaching, learning how to cue a large amount of exercises, and learn how to coach a variety of different athletes in an effective manner.Upon completion of this program, our interns will be competent in program design, speed development program design, intern development, as well as ascertaining how the private sports performance industry works. We also work closely with our PT and AT team so our interns will be able to learn more in the realm of physical therapy and athletic training on top of the elite sports performance program we employ.
Position Responsibilities
- Assist the Head coach in speed and agility training in the field house
- Assist the Head coach in strength training in the weight room
- Ensure turf and weight room setup to facilitate training experience
- Attend weekly staff meetings that include continuing education, programming, client management, and facility management
- Data entry for athlete groups (jump numbers, sprint numbers, bodyweight)
- Facility maintenance checklist
Position Requirements
Eagerness to learn and develop professionally, sports background, enthusiasm to work with athletes ages 12-24, flexible with weekly schedule.Developmental Cognitive Neuroscience Research Fellow - Merrimack College - Provost
Location: North Andover, MA
Job Description
Our research lab is currently conducting a study evaluating risk-taking behavior in preschool-aged children (2 to 5 years of age). There are two separate arms to this study. In the first arm of this study, our research team is visiting local preschool-classrooms to collect objective measures of risk-taking behavior from children while they are in school. The children's legal caregivers and primary classroom teachers are also asked to complete questionnaire-based assessments of each child's behavior. In the second arm of this study, children (accompanied by their caregiver) are invited to our lab on-campus to complete the same objective measures of risk-taking behavior while the child wears EEG to record brain activity. The caregiver is also asked to complete the same questionnaire-based assessments of the child's behavior.Research fellow will be involved in all aspects of the research process including IRB management, participant recruitment and scheduling, data collection, entry, and analysis, and dissemination of research findings in written and oral formats. Unique training opportunities offered through this fellowship include (i) prospects of collecting data in local schools to facilitate experiential, community-based learning and scientific outreach, (ii) training in the application and analysis of EEG, and (iii) opportunities for independent projects stemming from a growing dataset.
Position Responsibilities
- Lab meeting organization (maintaining a schedule and agenda, note-taking)
- Participant recruitment (scheduling varies; requires calling/emailing local preschools, scheduling meetings, advertising in-lab studies on social media platforms)
- Material preparation (scheduling is flexible; requires that hard copies of materials be printed, labeled, and organized into folders)
- Data collection (scheduling varies but primarily occurs during the preschool school day and occasionally over the weekend; in-person in local preschool classrooms or in our research lab on campus)
- Data entry (scheduling is flexible, although data cannot leave research lab on campus)
- Data analysis (scheduling is flexible pending students' comfort using statistical software independently)
- Writing contributions such as literature reviews, proofreading, formatting (scheduling is flexible although due dates will be set to meet deadlines)
Position Requirements
The applicant should have (i) experience and interest in working with preschool-aged children (2-5 years of age), (ii) availability to work consistent hours during the week (primarily school hours) and occasional hours over the weekend, and (iii) passion for working in a team-based setting with undergraduate students. A reliable car and a clean driving/criminal record are preferred by not required.Exercise Physiology Lab Fellow - Boston Children's Hospital - Provost
Location: Boston, MA
Job Description
The exercise physiology student must complete the required hours, set forth by their program, of supervised training in a clinical setting and have a strong desire to work in the clinical field. The student will become familiar with congenital heart disease, pediatric and adult exercise testing protocols, physiological responses to exercise, and appropriate patient and staff communication. The student will also gain hands-on experience in exercise training and prescription, as part of our Cardiac Fitness Program, for patients with congenital and/or acquired heart disease.Position Responsibilities
- Understand basic heart anatomy and be introduced to congenital heart disease and special populations in pediatric cardiology.
- Discuss congenital heart disease anatomy, surgical procedures, and its relationship to clinical exercise physiology.
- Review patient’s electronic medical records and document relevant details to be discussed with exercise physiologist prior to testing.
- Demonstrate exercise ECG placement on patients of all ages and gender.
- Interpret baseline ECG and identify exercise ECG changes and rhythm disturbances.
- Perform a variety of exercise testing protocols (standard, metabolic, stress-echo, nuclear medicine) specific to the clinical presentation and appropriateness for patient’s care plan.
- Demonstrate proficient metabolic calibration skills.
- Interpret standard and metabolic exercise test data.
- Assist with writing full reports including exercise test findings, patient compliance, tolerance to exercise, and assessing symptom correlation if any.
- Demonstrate appropriate staff communication skills.
- Review and discuss patients past and present medical history.
- Review and discuss relevant clinical test information.
- Identify and discuss appropriate testing, assessment and training protocols.
- Demonstrate appropriate patient communication skills.
- Consent and explanation of exercise testing.
- Perform testing assessments while providing support and encouragement.
- Perform pulmonary function testing when appropriate.
- Perform fitness training sessions both in-person and virtually.
- Conduct an exercise test independently with staff supervision upon completion of the internship.
- Demonstrate clinical skills related to conducting a cardiac fitness session including telemetry, heart rate response, arterial oxygen saturation, blood pressures and symptom management.
- Develop exercise prescriptions and workouts specific to each patient’s unique needs and goals.
Position Requirements
The student must have a strong desire to work in the clinical field. The student must also be in good academic standing and have a good understanding of basic anatomy and physiology. Prior experience or clinical coursework involving EKG and heart rhythm is preferred.Exercise Science Teaching & Research Fellow - Merrimack College - Provost
Location: North Andover, MA
Job Description
This is a 15-hour weekly fellowship position. The qualified candidate will serve as the primary teaching fellow across the Anatomy and Physiology I and II curriculum as well as the Exercise Physiology I and II curriculum. This will include working closely with the lead faculty supervisor and overseeing the undergraduate peer mentors across all sections of this course. Additionally, the qualified candidate will work alongside the site supervisor to explore research questions related to the scholarship of teaching and learning. Specifically, they will explore teaching innovations/evidence-based teaching strategies aimed at enhancing student performance and perceptions in integrated health science courses.Position Responsibilities
- Grading of assessments as needed in the AP1/2 and EP1/2 curriculum.
- Assist/teach in lab/lecture.
- Assist students with study skills/content acquisition and understanding out of class.
- Primary teaching fellow for 1 section of AP1, AP2, EP1, & EP2.
- Help to develop and prepare activities and opportunities to help students learn complex material.
- Set up classroom space for weekly activities as needed. The fellow will also assist with “training” of AP1, and AP2 teams (instructors and other TA/peer mentors) in the use of equipment used for activities.
- Work with the faculty supervisor to develop and implement new instructional strategies aimed at promoting student engagement and student achievement.
- Work with the faculty supervisor to develop/implement evidence-based teaching strategies to enhance student learning and perceptions of learning.
- Collect/organize data relative to students' performance and perceptions.
- Develop evaluation tools to assess various aspects of student learning. Possibly assist with data analysis, etc.
- Attend weekly/biweekly meetings and set the agenda for lab reviews, equipment usage, and run-throughs for all peer mentors as needed. Meet weekly with peer mentors to develop retrieval strategies for integrated learning.
- Assist the site supervisor in the development of a manuscript related to the science of teaching and learning.
- Assist the site supervisor in the development of a conference presentation related to the science of teaching and learning.
- Communicate consistently and positively, reply to all student and faculty emails preferably within 12 hours, no later than 24 hours.
- Opportunities to teach throughout the semester in various content areas.
- Retrieve images from the visible body application to develop an accessible library.
- Be open to developing new ideas for enhancing teaching and learning in the AP/EP curriculum.
Position Requirements
The qualified candidate must be passionate about teaching and learning with undergraduate students. Additionally, the position requires the qualified candidate to express interest in exploring various teaching innovations/evidence-based teaching strategies aimed at improving student learning in health science courses.Fitchburg State Strength and Conditioning Coach - Fitchburg State University - Provost
Location: Fitchburg, MA
Job Description
Fitchburg State is currently accepting applications for their Fall 2024 Strength and Conditioning Graduate Fellowship Position. In partnership with Merrimack College, graduate fellows will gain practical experience in the field of S&C at Fitchburg State (17 varsity sports) while developing academically through Merrimack College’s Masters program.Position Responsibilities
- Assist the Strength and conditioning staff in the training of all Fitchburg State University sports programs
- Assist with daily administrative, and maintenance duties
- Assist in the set-up and break-down of equipment for every workout
- Working with teams and individual athletes based on class schedule, along with participating in weekly projects and assignments for the duration of the fellowship
- Fellows will have the opportunity to design and implement strength and conditioning programs for assigned team
- Earn recommendations for future employment opportunities
Position Requirements
- Highly motivated, detail oriented, and outstanding work ethic
- CPR/AED certified
Gordon College Wellness Assistant - Gordon College - Provost
Location: Wenham, MA
Job Description
- Become familiar with the professional expectations and responsibilities of a Certified Personal Trainer, Wellness Director, and associated professional staff within the Gordon College CBMW.
- Become familiar with selected fitness/wellness evaluations and exercise prescription protocols appropriate for individuals age 50 years and older; assist in performing wellness assessments.
- Become familiar with the daily business operations and administrative/management details associated with the CBMW Wellness Center.
- Work cooperatively and directly with the Center’s staff to motivate and assist members to achieve their fitness and wellness goals.
- Identify and implement strategies in which the CBMW can assist in educating both patients and the broader community on healthy aging and fall prevention.
- Gain perspective on research concerning older adult aging, post-stroke, TBI, Parkinson’s, ABI, Vestibular diagnosis, outcomes, and training program design.
Position Responsibilities
- Assisting with wellness evaluations for new members or reevaluations for ongoing members in the Center’s Fitness & Wellness program.
- Motivating and assisting members to achieve their aerobic fitness, muscular strength, flexibility, balance and other wellness goals. Including: overseeing individuals with their prescribed exercise program.
- Assisting with, developing and/or conducting group exercise programs.
- Assisting in maintaining a friendly, clean and safe exercise environment. Including: explaining proper equipment use and ensuring client safety.
- Assisting with and conducting various administrative/management duties associated with fitness facility operations.
- Modeling the College’s core values when interacting with members, the CBMW staff, and the public.
Harvard University Strength and Conditioning Coach - Harvard University - Provost
Location: Cambridge, MA
Job Description
This is a fellowship position that offers Division I experience with 42 varsity sports (most in the country) and training in an educational environment. You will have a chance to learn how to write programs, get hands on coaching experience, work with a variety of teams, take part in weekly intern meetings and be part of passionate and knowledgeable strength and conditioning staff. This experience will help you to become a successful strength and conditioning coach. This internship is CSCCa mentorship approved and will help you prepare for the SCCC exam. There is also potential for future recommendations or opportunities in the field of strength and conditioning.Position Responsibilities
- Assist with running warmups of the various teams
- Assist with the on-floor coaching of the student-athletes
- Assist with the setup and clean-up of the facility
- Weekly program writing assignments
- Taking part in weekly staff meeting
Position Requirements
- Ability to think on your feet
- Ability to take constructive feedback
- Willingness to learn the different exercises
- Have a positive attitude and be ready to learn
Haus Sports Performance Coach - Haus of Athletes - Provost
Location: Methuen, MA
Job Description
Haus of Athletes, is a state of the art Strength and Conditioning facility that serves over 2,500 athletes annually. Haus of Athletes Strength and Conditioning Fellowships are designed for students who are interested in working with primarily youth and high school athletes. Haus of Athletes Fellows will work hands-on alongside experienced, certified professional strength and conditioning coaches and will receive guidance from the Internship Manager, Jacob Alben, on best practices, strategies, and methods. Fellows will complete an initial training program in which they will learn the Haus of Athletes culture, training system, practice coaching movements and learn the logistics of facilitating strength and conditioning training sessions. Upon completion of training, Fellows will be integrated into various Haus of Athletes programs that include the Junior Development System (JDS), Athletic Development System (ADS), High School Team Strength and Conditioning, and our Football, Basketball, and Lacrosse Academies. As each Fellow progresses in learning our system, responsibilities during sessions will increase, all the way to taking lead with certain groups. Throughout the Fellowship, Haus of Athletes Fellows will experience educational workshops to accompany and enrich their learning.Position Responsibilities
- Assist with and lead strength and conditioning programs.
- Exercise prescription for youth and high school athletes.
- Instruction of mobility, flexibility, dynamic warm-up, cool-down, and recovery portions of athlete training programs.
- Implementation of speed, agility, and conditioning drills.
- Facilitation of power and resistance exercise techniques.
- Identification and correction of athlete movement faults.
- Gain knowledge and experience working as a strength and conditioning coach.
- Attendance of educational workshops.
- Adherence to daily schedule and training schedule responsibilities.
- Prepare and maintain the facility, cleanliness, and organizational standards.
Position Requirements
- Exercise Science/related degree and or one or more sports performance related certifications
- CPR/AED Certification
- Interest in working with all age groups
Holy Cross Strength and Conditioning Coach - College of Holy Cross - Provost
Location: Worcester, MA
Job Description
This fellowship will assist full time staff with all aspects of Sports Performance at the collegiate level. Depending on experience level, fellow will likely be paired as the head performance coach for one or more Division I varsity teams and prescribe a wide range of exercises developed to build a variety of skills with a focus on mind, mobility, stability, strength, endurance, power, speed, agility and performance.This is a fully immersive sports performance fellowship. Students will be expected to work long hours to hone their skills as a prescriber and coach of athletes. It is an extremely enthusiastic and positive environment with a diverse staff of thinkers and doers. You will have access to the most modern and advanced technology with coaches who know how to use it. If you want to be a coach, this is a great place to start!
Position Responsibilities
- Design and implement year-round strength and conditioning programs for one or more division I varsity athletic teams.
- Assist in data collection and analysis utilizing various player monitoring systems. (Catapult, First Beat, Gym Aware (velocity based training), InBody body composition unit, Just Jump force platforms)
- Communicate weekly with assigned sport coach and assigned athletic trainer
- Assist in the set up and break down of equipment for strength training, speed development, conditioning sessions and testing.
- Participate in Staff Meetings, weekly assignments and professional development.
- Participate actively in staff meetings, weekly assignments and professional development.
- Test teams in strength, power, flexibility, mobility, body composition
Position Requirements
- Candidate must hold or be working toward either a CSCS or SCCC certification.
- CPR/AED First-Aid certification
- Candidate should have experience in training or coaching in a structured environment along with the willingness to self-educate with direction.
- Candidate should have a flexible schedule and be willing to live within a 20-30 minute radius of the College.
- Open Mindedness, Willingness, and Patience to learn the techniques and terminology as prescribed by the full-time staff of the strength and conditioning department.
- Ability to easily develop relationships with a diverse group of coaches and athletes.
- Ability to construct and utilize basic Microsoft Excel spreadsheets.
Longfellow High Performance Fellow - Longfellow Health Club - Provost
Location: Wellesley, MA
Job Description
Assist in the performance training of youth and high school athletes. Gain experience in the fields of strength and conditioning and sport science in a brand new facility with top tier equipment and state of the art technology. Learn how a sports performance facility operates in unison with the osteopath and physical therapy practice within the same building. See how a sports performance facility can exist within a boutique membership facility that offers members access to tennis, pickleball, gym, and more.Position Responsibilities
- Assist in sports performance training in the afternoons
- Ability to assist with adult performance training earlier in the day
- Learn the ins and outs of the tech in the room (Teambuildr, Hawkin, Brower laser timers, etc)
- Complete projects and assignments as prescribed by supervisor
Position Requirements
- Passion for sports and performance
- Good work ethic and desire to learn
- Desire to learn about the use of technology and science in the field
MaxWay Performance Fellow - MaxWay Performance - Provost
Location: Greenland, NH
Job Description
MaxWay Performance is a functional fitness and sports performance facility on the seacoast of NH that trains athletes and adults of all ages. MaxWay will be able to provide a unique experience for Fellowship applicants, we will be able place the Fellow in both public sector and private sector strength and conditioning. They will be able to run a strength and conditioning program, conduct any research required for their academics, and explore the ins and outs of the strength and conditioning field. The Fellows will be able to spend time training with public and private schools athletic teams and students at one of our contracted schools or club teams; but also learn and experience private sector S&C by training within our brick and mortar facility where we train middle school, high school & collegiate athletes, while also adults and seniors in a small group personal training setting. Additional Benefits: Fellows that are chosen for our MaxWay fellowship will be provided with a monthly gas stipend and the opportunity to take the Certified Functional Strength Coach Online Level 1 exam to earn their certification. MaxWay will pay for the CFSC online level 1 for Fellows.Position Responsibilities
- Running and implementing strength and conditioning of athlete groups in facility, on field, or at respective schools as the primary coach with support and guidance from the Fellowship Coordinator.
- Assist with conditioning of adult groups at MaxWay's facility as the primary coach with support and guidance from the Fellowship Coordinator.
- Participate in weekly education provided by MaxWay staff.
- Participate and collaborate during coach education and professional development.
Position Requirements
- CPR / AED certification
- Personal training certification or equivalent is preferred but not mandatory.
- A positive attitude and growth mindset
Men's Hockey Equipment Fellow - Merrimack College - Provost
Location: North Andover, MA
Job Description
Assist the Equipment manager with day to day needs as well as on the road for games.Position Responsibilities
- Setup jerseys for practice and games, home and road
- Setup and take down of bench for practice and games
- Assist with set up & clean up: including laundry and vacuuming
- Learn to sharpen and rivet skates
- Packing Equipment bags for road trip, checking them for everything needed
- Organize equipment rooms
- Inventory products that come in
- Assist in spreadsheet creation for gear, apparel
Position Requirements
- Lift over 40 pounds certain times throughout the year with gear
- Be on time
- Organization
- Helpful to others
Neuro-Fit Fellow - Supportive Living Inc. - Provost
Location: Lexington, MA
Job Description
Neuro-Fit provides long-term fitness solutions to brain injury survivors looking to stay healthy and active throughout their recovery. Neuro-Fit Interns work alongside the Neuro-Fit staff to create and implement individualized exercise programs. Interns receive rigorous training and education on brain injury in the context of exercise and continuous recovery. This position is ideal for students looking to practice and perfect their patient interaction skills while learning useful strategies for graduate school and a future career in the healthcare field.Position Responsibilities
- Understand participants’ goals, restrictions, and areas to improve.
- Help design and incorporate comprehensive exercise plans.
- When appropriate, progress participants to the appropriate level of difficulty.
- During functional testing, assess participants’ functionality and subjective measures of health.
- Be a source of positivity for your participants, cultivating an encouraging and safe environment.
- Complete periodic projects to supplement the learning objectives of the internship.
Position Requirements
1. Students should be in a related health field of study which includes, but not limited to: exercise physiology, exercise science, kinesiology, physical therapy, occupational therapy, health studies, neuroscience, psychology, etc. 2. Comfortable in an exercise/gym setting; prior experience in a fitness setting is preferred. 3. Looking to gain a basic understanding of, and comfort working with individuals living with brain injury. 4. Able to work both independently and as part of a team while effectively following the training guidelines established by Neuro-Fit staff. 5. Able to assist in monitoring participant outcomes by recording health data that will be applied to improving the Neuro-Fit program. 6. Are motivated, dedicated individuals who are looking to get a unique experience with a special population.Northern Cyclones Strength and Conditioning Coach - Northern Cyclones Hockey - Provost
Location: Hudson, NH
Job Description
Fellow will be assisting with day to day operations of the ice hockey training facility. This will provide in-depth hands on experience on a daily basis. Groups range in age from 9 to 21 years old. There's no better learning experience than hands-on coaching, and the opportunity is abundant here. Working with younger groups will help the coach learn how to control groups and administer basic movement patterns. Our teenage groups are perfect for fine-tuning the coach's individual coaching style and perfect our demonstrations and coaching cues. Our older groups are where we learn our role within performance development by tinkering athlete's volume and load. Additionally, fellow will learn proper progressions, regressions, and rehab exercises according to the athlete's movement quality and injury status.Position Responsibilities
- Participate in running team training sessions
- Demonstrate exercises
- Coach proper weight lifting form
- Assist in cleaning and weight room maintenance
- Help facilitate and administer rehab and regression protocols
- Communicate properly with head coaches
- Give feedback to players and head coaches
Position Requirements
- CSCS / CFSC preferred
- Ability to work as a team
- Strong work ethic
- Strong communication skills
- Willingness to do the little things
- Interest in ice hockey
- Desire to learn, grow, and develop
Performance Coach, Dynamic Strength and Conditioning - Dynamic Strength and Conditioning - Provost
Location: Nashua, NH
Job Description
The role of the DSC Performance Coach is to embody our mission to create the most fun and supportive workout environment for each DSC member. DSC performance coaches create a world-class experience for every single member through incredible coaching, support, engagement, positive energy, teamwork, and effort. DSC performance coaches are incredibly passionate about helping others reach their fitness goals and go the extra mile for our members, fellow team members/coaches, and the DSC community. DSC performance coaches are extremely hard-working, positive, high-energy, and dedicated to the mission of helping our team, members, and community improve.Position Responsibilities
- Lead and coach group classes, semi-private, and private one-on-one training sessions.
- Coach a combination of morning, evening and weekend shifts (35-40 coaching hours/week).
- Create a world-class fitness experience for each member.
- Coach with energy, positivity, and a smile.
- Have a customer service focused mentality.
- Are extremely hard-working and are comfortable with early-mornings and long shifts.
- Constantly seek opportunities to help and engage with members.
- Learn and use all member’s names and develop a personal connection with each DSC member.
- Ensure each member is greeted, connected with, and coached during every class and session.
- Meet members where they are at and guide them to success.
- Create a welcoming, supportive, and comfortable class environment for new members and trials.
- Participate in and add meaningful ideas to staff meetings.
- Represent our team, mission, and community in and outside of DSC.
- Ensure DSC is the cleanest and most organized workout facility imaginable by preparing, organizing, and cleaning before, during, and after classes.
Position Requirements
- Obsesses about the DSC member experience and the small details that go into it.
- Obsesses about doing what's best to help the team.
- Has the desire and commitment to do what it takes to be successful.
- Has a deep desire to learn, grow, and improve.
- Maintains a positive outlook and a strong ability to take responsibility for successes and failures.
- Has a sharp focus on goals and a belief that daily, weekly, and monthly activities will help achieve them.
Phillips Exeter Strength and Conditioning Coach - Phillips Exeter Academy - Provost
Location: Exeter, NH
Job Description
Phillips Exeter Academy is a coeducational independent boarding school for boarding and day students in grades 9 through 12, and offers a postgraduate program. Located in Exeter NH, it is one of the oldest secondary schools in the United States. Phillips Exeter Academy Athletic program boasts 63 interscholastic athletic teams (varsity & junior varsity).Each successful candidate will be assigned 2-3 Varsity/ Junior Varsity High School athletic teams to design and implement in-season strength and conditioning programs, as well as assisting with all athletic programs on campus. Each candidate will also be responsible for communicating and scheduling with the assigned sport Head Coach. There will be direct mentoring from the Head and Assistant Strength & Conditioning Coach via daily and weekly staff meetings and performance reviews that will cover an education curriculum and professional development activities. The expected outcome of this fellowship is that each candidate gain the necessary competencies and become prepared to excel as a successful Strength and Conditioning coach.
Position Responsibilities
- Will be responsible for the direct programming, scheduling and coaching of at least 2 junior varsity or varsity teams per term.
- Conducts and records testing parameters throughout the year to determine effectiveness of development.
- Work with Head and Assistant Strength and Conditioning Coaches to create a positive, encouraging, and competitive environment for student athletes.
- Professionally interact with members of the support staff (athletic trainers, physical therapists, sport coaches, athletic admin).
- Knowledge and commitment to follow Athletic Department and Academy policies and procedures along with other rules and regulations.
- Ensures proper supervision in the fitness center, including instruction in lifting technique of training with free weights and Olympic Lifts, as well as safety procedures for athletes as well as general population.
- Contributes to a work environment that encourages knowledge of, respect for, and development of skills to engage with those of other cultures or backgrounds.
- Contributes to the overall success of the academy’s athletics programs by performing all other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
- Completes all fellowship curriculum assignments on time and with full effort. Present and active in all Strength & Conditioning department meetings.
- Technology integration – TeamBuildr, Hawkin Dynamics Force Plates, Brower Timing Systems.
Position Requirements
- Current Certification as a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) or Strength and Conditioning Coach Certified (SCCC) OR must have proof they are working towards one of the above. (Proof of registration for appropriate exam within the first 60 days of fellowship)
- Current CPR/First Aid certifications required and must be maintained throughout the course of employment in this position (can be done on campus if necessary)
- Scope of the position requires the ability to perform and/or demonstrate various physical strength exercises and to assist others performing those exercises in a group setting
- Excellent communication skills, supervisory, and management skills are required
Saint Anselm Strength and Conditioning Coach - Saint Anselm College - Provost
Location: Manchester, NH
Job Description
Fellowship student will be expected to program and lead for a minimum of three teams. More may be assigned depending on fellows experience and desire. Fellows will be expected to assist with other teams that come through the weight room during their allotted hours. The full expectations during these times are listed in the Position Responsibilities.Fellows will participate in both formal and informal continuing education both individually and with both full time staff member. Including, but not limited to: discussion, presentations, role play and debates.
The goal of the experience is to guide the fellow into understanding the complexities of college strength and conditioning and learn how to apply their scholarly education to the environment.
Position Responsibilities
- Assist in all training and preparation for all of the varsity inter-collegiate sports.
- Regularly and actively participate in weekly administrative and professional development staff meetings.
- Assist in supervision of Interns in Strength and Conditioning.
- Have a working knowledge and adherence to all NCAA, NE10, NEWHA rules and regulations.
- Understand the institutional and departmental mission and goals and ensure support.
- Develop strong working relationships with administrative, coaching, and support staff within the Athletic Department.
- Develop year-round sport-specific training programs for assigned teams.
- Report any information (sport/student athlete related) to Associate Director of Athletics that may be in question.
- Achieve and maintain CPR/First Aid Certification.
- Achieve or be working towards, and maintain pertinent certification to the Strength and Conditioning field (CSCS, CSCCa).
- Accept responsibility for the well-being of all student-athletes utilizing the services of the Strength and Conditioning department.
- Accept responsibility for all equipment and appearance of the Strength and Conditioning facility.
- Continually participate in professional development in order to stay current with any new information that may benefit the program and student-athletes.
- Be visible at athletic competitions and support the student-athletes.
- Meet regularly with Director of Strength and Conditioning and follow up on any duties that may be assigned.
- Communicate regularly and effectively with Head sport coaches and staffs regarding any and all pertinent information.
- Maintain a level of professionalism in and around the Saint Anselm Campus community and around student and student-athletes.
- Any act of inappropriate behavior with students-athletes (Alcohol, smoking, etc.) is strictly prohibited. Failing to follow this duty will result in termination of fellowship at Saint Anselm College.
- Build relationships with the Saint Anselm Community.
Position Requirements
- A desire to work in strength and conditioning.
- As long as the person has a passion for the subject, we would love to have them. Even though the collegiate setting is not for everyone, anyone that cares about the field would be desired.
- Any applicant that had their CSCS would be highly valuable, although we understand that can be difficult to get while still in school and will still happily take anyone without it.
St. John's Prep Strength and Conditioning Fellow - St. John's Prep - Provost
Location: Danvers, MA
Job Description
St. John’s Prep is an inclusive, Catholic, Xaverian Brothers Sponsored School for young men in grades 6 through 12. Founded on the Xaverian values of compassion, humility, simplicity, trust, and zeal, we educate students to be, do and stand for good in the world. We enroll approximately 1,500 students from more than 90 communities in Massachusetts, New Hampshire, and Maine.St. John's Prep is seeking a passionate and knowledgeable Strength and Conditioning Graduate Fellow to support student-athletes in achieving their athletic potential while prioritizing their health, safety, and well-being. This role involves designing and implementing training programs that enhance athletic performance, prevent injuries, and instill habits of discipline, resilience, and sportsmanship. The ideal candidate will have experience working with young athletes, and demonstrating a commitment to fostering a positive, inclusive training environment.
Position Responsibilities
- Assist with Training Programs: Help design and implement strength and conditioning programs for athletes, ensuring exercises are appropriate for the sport, position, and athlete's experience level.
- Monitor and Lead Workouts: Assist in leading strength and conditioning sessions, ensuring proper technique and execution during exercises such as weightlifting, conditioning drills, and recovery workouts.
- Exercise Demonstration: Demonstrate proper techniques for strength training exercises, conditioning drills, and stretching routines.
- Athlete Monitoring: Track athlete performance and progress through data collection, such as strength gains, conditioning levels, and injury prevention measures.
- Pre-Session Preparation: Assist with the setup of weight rooms, training fields, and conditioning areas before workouts, ensuring all equipment is properly arranged and ready for use.
- Safety and Injury Prevention: Monitor athletes to ensure they are performing exercises with proper form and within safe parameters to reduce the risk of injury.
- Recovery and Rehabilitation Support: Assist athletes in post-training recovery activities such as stretching, foam rolling, and other techniques to promote muscle recovery and prevent injury.
- Program Design Support: Collaborate with strength and conditioning coaches to develop individualized or group programs based on the specific needs of athletes.
- Administrative Duties: Assist with scheduling training sessions, maintaining athlete progress reports, and organizing training-related documentation.
- Professional Development: Stay updated on the latest research, trends, and best practices in strength and conditioning, fitness, and sports performance.
- Equipment Maintenance: Assist in maintaining and cleaning fitness equipment to ensure safety and functionality.
- Communication: Serve as a point of communication between athletes and the head coach or strength and conditioning coach, providing updates on progress and any concerns regarding athlete performance or health.
- Support Team Culture: Promote a positive and motivating environment for athletes during training sessions.
Position Requirements
- Working on a bachelor’s degree in exercise science or physical education-related fields required.
- Working towards a certification, such as Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) and/or Strength and Conditioning Coach Certified (SCCC).
- American Red Cross CPR/AED/First Aid Certification.
- Standing/sitting for long periods of time.
- Bending, lifting, pushing, kneeling, crouching, crawling, stooping.
- Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.
- Must be able to reach at and above shoulder height to access higher areas of equipment, etc.
- Must be capable of adapting to frequent changes in position throughout the workday.
- Hearing and speaking to exchange information in person or on the telephone.
- Use of hands and fingers for manipulation, and using computer keyboard, educational tools, play equipment, and perform first aid and CPR.
- Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, color vision, and depth perception.
Stonehill College Athletic Training Fellow - Stonehill College - Provost
Location: Easton, MA
Job Description
The graduated student athletic trainer fellow will be considered an important member of the Stonehill Sports Medicine team and will work alongside our full-time staff athletic trainers, team physicians, athletic administrators, and student-athletic trainers. They will have the ability to work with all our athletic teams and student-athletes, with specific team assignments based on experience, skills and schedules as needed.The positions will be responsible for all aspects of the daily function of the sports medicine department, providing athletic health care for Stonehill’s varsity intercollegiate athletics. This will consist of the care, prevention, and rehabilitation of athletic injuries from on-field evaluation and emergency treatment through return to full activity. The graduate student athletic trainer fellow will be expected to travel with teams when available and necessary and work non-traditional hours.
Position Responsibilities
- Assist in the management of the daily operations of the Athletic Training Department.
- Provide care and prevention for injuries associated with competitive intercollegiate athletics.
- Administer therapeutic techniques for athletic injuries under direction of physician.
- Develop, implement, and supervise rehabilitation programs for injured athletes.
- Coordinate and provide pre-practice/pre-contest preparation.
- Provide practice/contest on-site presence to administer first-aid of acute injuries.
- Coordinate transportation and emergency services for home and visiting athletic teams.
- Coordinate annual medical paperwork necessary for eligibility for athletic competition.
- Assist in coordinating physician referrals and scheduling of physician appointments.
- In conjunction with Athletic Training Department assist in the post-acute stages of rehabilitation of student-athletes.
- Ability to work nights and weekends.
Position Requirements
- BOC (Board of Certification) Certified
- Licensed in Massachusetts upon starting position.
- Ability to work flexible schedule.
Sweeney Performance Strength & Conditioning Coach - Sweeney Performance Training - Provost
Location: Tewksbury, MA
Job Description
Sweeney Performance Training is currently looking for Fellow's in a strength & conditioning coaching role. SPT is a private training facility located in Tewksbury, Massachusetts. Primary clientele includes athletes at the college, JR Hockey, high school, middle school level, and youth level.Position Responsibilities
- Instruction and execution of movement and weight room exercises for athletes and teams during training sessions.
- Active group coaching, set-up, and breakdown each day.
- Assistance with facility marketing, advertising, and sports performance program logistics including data tracking, new athlete assessments, and social media presence.
- Fellows will be given the opportunity to, and expected to learn proper warm-up, plyometric, movement, weight room, and conditioning protocols.
- Run / coach training sessions on their own once acclimated (starting with youth level).
Position Requirements
- Energetic and passionate attitude towards training.
- Ability to motivate and connect with athletes during training sessions.
- Applicants must have a strong work ethic and desire to become a strength and conditioning professional in the collegiate, professional, or private setting.
- Candidates are encouraged to be working towards certification from any of the following organizations: NSCA, USAW, or CFSC.
Tufts University Strength and Conditioning Coach - Tufts University - Provost
Location: Medford, MA
Job Description
For some background on your potential experience, last year we were 2nd in the Directors Cup, and the year before we won it. This means we were the #2 athletic program in all of DIII in 2022-2023. We have had 11 team National Champions and over 50 individual National Champions, since our strength staff came together. In the last four years we have placed 3 of our fellows into full time collegiate strength coach positions during their fellowship. After completing their degree and fellowship at Tufts, we have helped place another 6 of our fellows into collegiate strength coach positions. We have created a mentoring program where you will have the opportunity to lead teams and write their programs as soon as you get to campus. We also have opportunities for you to make good money while you are on campus by taking on personal training, open varsity weight room times, and leading club team training. As we take a lot of pride in being Jumbos, you will be outfitted with plenty of strength and conditioning gear as well as team issued gear. Our ideal candidate shows up early, wants to be on the floor with teams as much as their schedule allows, takes critiques well, and is interested in developing into a great collegiate strength coach. We have incredibly high standards for entire staff and if that challenge appeals to you, we look forward to talking with you.Position Responsibilities
- Programming for team(s)
- Leading training sessions for teams
- Assisting with training for the largest teams
- Being on the floor as much as possible
- Weekly education sessions
- Site visits to other schools
- Tracking VJ/Speed/Weight data and entry
Position Requirements
The ability to lift at least 50 lbs. The ability to demonstrate complex training movements (barbell, medicine ball, dumbbells', etc.). Interest in working with dedicated athletes, willingness to work early mornings and into the evening. Passion for the being a strength coach.UMASS Lowell Sports Performance Fellow - University of Massachusetts Lowell - Provost
Location: Lowell, MA
Job Description
Graduate Fellows at UMASS Lowell Sports Performance will have the opportunity to aid in the athletic development of over 400 Division 1 student athletes. Individuals will gain the necessary skills and knowledge to pursue a career in the field of strength and conditioning at any level. Along with training athletes in the weight room, our Sports Performance Graduate Fellows will gain the necessary understanding to design speed, agility and conditioning sessions. Additionally Graduate Fellows will have the opportunity to manage game day responsibilities and have the opportunity to travel with athletic programs. These individuals will also aid in the daily operations of our Athletic Refueling Station.Position Responsibilities
- Design and implement training programs for designated athletic program under the supervision of a member of our Sports Performance Staff.
- Assist the Sports Performance staff with the day-to-day operations of the weight room.
- Aid in the supervision and execution of the training programs for our Division 1 Athletic programs.
- Assist in the daily operations of our Athletic Refueling Station
- Design content and operate our department social media accounts
Position Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science or a related field.
- CSCS or SCCC Certified
- First Aid/CPR & AED Certified
University of New Hampshire Strength and Conditioning Coach - University of New Hampshire - Provost
Location: Durham, NH
Job Description
Graduate Fellow Strength and Conditioning Coaches will have the opportunity to gain hands-on coaching experience in a Division I setting working with all teams including but not limited to Football, Men’s and Women’s Basketball, Men’s and Women’s Ice Hockey, and other Olympic sports when scheduled as well as have to opportunity to design and implement training programs for (1-2) one to two sports under the direction a Strength and Conditioning Coach on staff. Fellows will assist with all other daily logistical tasks in the varsity weight room. Fellows will participate in, and complete continuing education material given by the Internship Director and other strength coaches on staff that co-inside with their current course curriculum at Merrimack College. Candidates that EXCEL within the fellowship program will also have the opportunity earn the accredited internship hours needed for the SCCC certification through the CSCCa as deemed by the Director of Strength and Conditioning Paul Chapman.Position Responsibilities
- Design and implement all training aspects for (1-2) one to two varsity sports.
- Assist in the implementation of training programs and working on the floor with Football, Men’s & Women’s Basketball, and Men’s & Women’s Ice Hockey.
- Assist in the implementation of training programs for all other Varsity Olympic sports based on schedule.
- Meet with sport coaches under the supervision of assistant strength and conditioning coaches to plan schedules and lift/S.A.Q times for team they are programming for.
- Meet with athletic training staff to go over return to play protocols for a case-by-case individualized basis for team they are programming for under the supervision of assistant strength and conditioning coach.
- Devise new and innovative ideas to make the program different and successful.
- Attend weekly staff meetings scheduled by Fellowship Coordinator.
- Help in sports science and data collection for teams.
- Help maintain and clean weight room and equipment.
- Participate in all other activities when possible, deemed necessary by staff.
- Have Fun And Love What You Do! Yes, this is a responsibility for both the fellows and the staff!
Position Requirements
- Current CPR / AED certification. Completion of undergraduate degree in exercise science or related field. Pursuit to work in the college strength and conditioning field.
- Working towards certifications from CSCCa, NSCA, USAW, previous coaching experience, or experience in collegiate sports.
- Previous experience as an intern strength and conditioning coach.
Women's Soccer Graduate Assistant Coach - Merrimack College - Provost
Location: North Andover, MA
Job Description
The Graduate Assistant Coach is responsible for assisting with all phases of an NCAA Division I program including recruiting, retention, player training and development and other duties as assigned by the Head Coach.Position Responsibilities
- Assists in identifying and recruiting prospective student-athletes.
- Responsible for practice preparation and setup of game day field.
- Assists with the organization of team meals.
- Utilizes ARMS software system.
- Attends regularly scheduled department meetings.
- Responsible for the care and maintenance of sport equipment.
- Maintains a professional relationship with student-athletes, colleagues, and administrators.
- Willingness to accept other duties for the program as assigned.
Position Requirements
- Applicants must be able to work an untraditional work schedule (i.e. frequent nights and weekends).
- Able to lift and move athletic equipment.
- Able to travel with team, by vehicle or plane.
- Previous college playing experience.
- Committed to and an articulate supporter of the college's mission and identity.
Exercise and Sport Science Fellowship Process
How To Apply
- Click the “Apply Now” button below or go to gps.merrimack.edu/apply to begin or resume your graduate application.
- Within your app, select “Yes” for “Are you applying to a fellowship?”
- Submit your application. Be sure to complete the required Fellowship essay.
- Receive your admission decision. If admitted to the master’s program, you’ll receive further instructions about the fellowship process.
Important Information for the 2025-2026 Exercise and Sport Science Fellowship Program
We are accepting applications on a rolling basis!
Priority Fellowship Application Deadline: February 1, 2025
Initial Rankings Form Available: February 5, 2025
Initial Rankings Deadline: February 14, 2025
Fellowship Interviews: March 3-6, 2025
Post-Interview Rankings Deadline: March 7, 2025
Match Decisions: Late March 2025
First Day of Fellowship Training: August 2025
Duration of Fellowship Placement: August 2025 to late May 2026
We strongly encourage you to apply as soon as possible for your best chance at a preferred placement. Applications will be accepted until all fellowship positions have been filled.
The process is as follows:
- Submit your online application. Be sure to indicate your fellowship interest within your application.
- Submit your initial ranking form. Students who are accepted for admission and invited to interview for a fellowship will be eligible to review and rank their preferred positions. If you are invited, your invitation will include a deadline for submitting your selections. Please note: we do not guarantee that you will be invited to interview for your top selections.
- Complete your site interviews. First round of interviews will take place.
- Submit your post-interview rankings. After the interviews, both students and sites must complete and submit their post-interview ranking forms, ranking their preferences for final placement.
- Receive your match notification. Match letters will be sent to all students and supervisors.
Please note:
- Participation in the fellowship placement process does not guarantee a fellowship. Sites will independently decide which candidates to invite for interviews. Please note that interviews are not guaranteed with your selected sites.
- Deposits are due ten days after matches are sent to students.
- If you are granted a fellowship, you will not be eligible for any other discounts or scholarships.
- If you are admitted into the traditional program but not offered a fellowship, you will automatically be considered for a Dean scholarship.
- If you are originally awarded a scholarship and then are given a fellowship placement, you will no longer receive the merit scholarship. The fellowship will replace any other discounts.
Questions? All interested students should email graduate admission.
Dean and Alumni Scholarships
Dean and Alumni Scholarships are available to students who are not receiving a fellowship. No additional application is needed.
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