ORGANISATION DESCRIPTION:

Water Polo New South Wales, is the recognised State Sporting Organisation of Water Polo in NSW. WPNSW holds the largest member base in Australia, boasts a broad base of events and services, and is constantly evolving and growing with contemporary Australian Sport industry trends.

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

Water Polo NSW is offering an Exercise and Sports Science internship. The successful applicant will have the opportunity to work with high-performance athletes and athletes within the NSW academy program. The role will consist of performance analysis along with S&C coaching and programming. 

LOCATION:

Sydney Olympic Park, NSW

CONTACT TIME:

• 2x High-Performance State Team Trainings
• Development Camps (Weekends)
• Academy Program (Weekdays)

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Support coaching staff in planning and delivering strength and conditioning programme for state athletes (individual and group)
• Assist with athlete performance analysis (metric/fitness/strength testing)
• Conduct warm-ups and cool downs at Development Camps/Academy Sessions/Gym Sessions
• Assist athletes with any enquires surrounding training needs

REQUIREMENTS:

• Studying bachelor’s degree in Exercise and Sports Science or equivalent  
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills 
• Strong work ethic and desire to learn
• Capability to work collaboratively in a team-based environment
• Understanding of exercise/sport science principles of strength and conditioning, exercise prescription, and biomechanics (specifically relating to safe and effective exercise technique).

APPLICATION:

Please email Tracy.elliott@waterpolonsw.org.au