Sports Science & Medicine Intern

Department: Sports Science & Medicine

Location: US Remote

Reports to: Sr. Manager, Performance Health Data Systems & WTA Labs

FLSA Classification:Non-Exempt

Duration: 20 Weeks (April to August 2023)

Summary:

The Intern, SS&M observes and participates in all aspects of Sport, Sciences and Medicine, within a worldwide professional sports organization. 

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Medical data entry into Electronic documentation system (EMR)Medical data review for research purposes/ collectionReview, scan and organize R&D articles (journal articles, research papers, etc.)Assist with tournament supply coordinationAssist with various projects, including but not limited to programs in exercise, nutrition, physicals, athlete care, orthotics and equipmentAssist with research and presentation materialsAssist in production of player education materialsAssist with basic admin and operations functionsOther duties as assigned

Education and Experience:

• Obtaining or recently obtained a degree(s) in: Athletic Training, Physical Therapy, Statistics, Health Information Systems, Analytics, Medical Documentation, Exercise Science, or related filed required.Athletic training and/or physical therapy background preferred, but not required.Medical documentation background preferred, but not required.Experience with tennis and/ or "individual" skills

Required Skills and Competencies:

• Computer literate with electronic documentation skillsInterest to increase medical documentation skillsGood administrative/organizational skillsStrong computer skillsStrong attention to detailStrong communication skills written and oralGood academic standingAbility to multi-taskUphold WTA Core Values: Be Progressive, Collaborative, Passionate, and show Integrity. These core values set the tone in everything we do, help us succeed on and off the court, make a difference in the community and create a premier, compelling global sport entertainment experience. It is important that the person in the position commits themselves to these core values so that we can constantly move forward in the same direction – Together.

Travel Requirements:

• None

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• None

Position Type/Work Schedule:

• Seasonal, 40 hours a week. Typical schedule will be Monday-Friday.

Work Environment/Physical Demands:

• Work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Working Conditions

• The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate. The passage of employees through the work area is average and normal.

Physical Demands

• The employee is required to sit for long periods; use close/distant vision; hear using the telephone; bend at the waist and knee; communicate verbally and electronically with worldwide constituency; use hands and fingers to operate a computer and telephone keyboard. Must be able to lift 50 lbs.

The WTA is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

- Cover Letter (please include dates of availability)

- Resume

- Email resume/cover letter to wtahr@wtatennis.com

- Job description