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Sports Science Intern

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UFC

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United States , Las Vegas

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Job Description:

Internship with the UFC Sports Science team, which applies data, research, and performance analytics to support athlete training and competition. The department works closely with medical, nutrition, and performance teams to enhance athlete performance, reduce injury risk, and support evidence-based decision-making.

Job Responsibility:

  • Assist the Sports Science team with athlete monitoring and assessment activities, ensuring accurate and timely data collection
  • Support the planning, preparation, and calibration of testing equipment and evaluation protocols
  • Assist with the implementation of monitoring and assessment interventions to support research and performance objectives
  • Support data processing, database maintenance, and basic data analysis related to athlete performance metrics
  • Help maintain a clean, organized, and safe laboratory environment in accordance with established protocols
  • Collaborate with other technical performance teams to support sport science initiatives across the organization
  • Assist with evaluating new sport science technologies and tools to support departmental innovation
  • Support the Sports Science team on additional projects and initiatives as needed

Requirements:

  • Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s or Graduate degree program in a related field such as Sport Science, Exercise Physiology, Kinesiology, Data Science, or a similar discipline
  • Strong work ethic with high attention to detail and follow-through
  • Demonstrated ability to manage, organize, and analyze data in a structured environment
  • Ability to follow testing protocols and methodological procedures accurately
  • Ability to work independently on assigned tasks while meeting expected outcomes
  • Strong interest in working with elite athletes, particularly within combat or high-performance sports

Nice to have:

Experience working with athletes in weight-categorized sports is preferred

What we offer:
  • Hands-on experience and exposure to the global sports and entertainment industry
  • Participate in events such as welcome/farewell sessions, a speaker series featuring company leaders, and career training workshops addressing everything from LinkedIn profile enhancement to resume building, interviewing skills, and networking

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
February 04, 2026

Employment Type:
Fulltime
Work Type:
On-site work
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