Benefits:

Authorized Auburn University Partner
Opportunity for advancement
Training & development

Company Overview: D1 Training

D1 Training is a world-class athletic-based group training facility dedicated to empowering youth athletes (ages 7+) and adults. Our mission is to provide the best fitness philosophy, world-class coaching, and state-of-the-art facilities to help every athlete efficiently and consistently reach their goals.

Our promise is simple: “You pick the goal, we help you get there.” The culture at D1 is defined by a shared drive to motivate, inspire, and positively impact lives through industry-leading coaching and a uniquely supportive environment.

Internship Summary

This position offers an aspiring strength and conditioning professional a comprehensive, hands-on learning experience under the direct mentorship of a certified Head Strength and Conditioning Coach. The intern will assist in the implementation of the D1 training philosophy across various demographics, gaining essential real-world experience in coaching, program adaptation, and client retention.

Position: Assistant Coach Intern (Part-Time with potential for scaling to full-time Associate Coach position)

Internship Benefits & Professional Perks

Mentorship: Direct, dedicated mentorship from the Head Strength & Conditioning Coach focused on personal growth, program development, and career advancement.
Continuing Education: Company-sanctioned events and access to internal educational resources to further enhance knowledge and certification pursuit.
Networking: Opportunity to build professional relationships within a nationally recognized athletic training franchise.
D1 Membership: Free membership in a state-of-the-art training facility to support personal fitness and development.
Career Path: This internship is designed as a direct pipeline for advancement to a paid Associate Coach role upon successful completion and demonstration of required competencies.

Core Learning Objectives & Responsibilities

The intern will be dedicated to training and improving the lives of D1’s members (Scholastic, Adults, and Teams) by actively learning and applying the following:

Category | Key Learning/Activity Coaching & Technique | * Learn and effectively teach proper form and technique to reduce athlete injury risk and maximize performance.

Program Implementation | * Assist in coaching group workouts, personal training, and team sessions, ensuring timely start/finish.
Adaptation & Safety | * Observe and practice modifying and adapting movements to best suit an individual athlete's needs, injuries, and skill level.

Client Relations | * Foster a positive, motivating environment for all athletes. | * Learn strategies to maximize client retention through accountability, goal setting, and superior customer service.

Professional Development | * Assist the Head Coach with off-site training and gaining exposure to macrocycle/block programming concepts.

Qualifications & Requirements

Currently pursuing or recently completed a Bachelor's degree in Exercise Science or a related field (Preferred).
Must possess a valid AED/CPR/First Aid certification (Required).
A strong passion for the fitness industry, high energy, and a positive attitude.
Must be willing to be actively mentored and receptive to professional feedback for personal growth and development.
Previous experience (academic, volunteer, or professional) in a strength & conditioning, group fitness, or personal training setting is a plus.

Note: Interns working toward an NCCA-accredited certification (CSCS, SCCC, EP-C, etc.) will be given priority consideration.

Military and Veterans are strongly encouraged to apply.

D1 Training is an emerging fitness franchise, that is growing rapidly. D1 Training has over 80 facilities open and 180+ in development. At D1 Training, we inspire and motivate athletes to reach their goals. At D1, we believe in training the entire body as a unit to produce optimal human performance. No gimmicks, no fads; we utilize trusted and proven training techniques used to build the world’s best athletes and deliver the, in age-appropriate programs led by our expert coaches. Nothing at D1 is random. Every workout, every day follows a strategic 8-week training cycle that is meticulously planned and backed by sports science. What began as training solely for the aspiring youth athlete, matured into fitness training for adults as well. With all who participate in the D1 training process moving aggressively towards their goals.

(if you already have a resume on Indeed)

Or apply here.

* required fields

First Name*

Last Name*

Email*

Phone*

Yes, Text Me!

I consent to receiving text messages about this hiring process and, if hired, future job related information from D1 Training - Auburn and Tallahassee.

Message and data rates may apply. Message frequency varies. Reply STOP to opt out. Reply HELP for help. See our User Terms of Service and Privacy Policy for details.

Get faster updates with texting!

Message and data rates may apply. Message frequency varies. Reply STOP to opt out. Reply HELP for help. See our User Terms of Service and Privacy Policy for details.

Location

Address

City

States

ZIP Code

Resume/CV *

Type/Paste Text

Cover Letter

Type/Paste Text

Recent Job Title

Recent Employer

Have you ever trained in a Divsion-1 or Professional Performance Setting?*

Are you a junior or senior in an accredited university? *

Do you currently hold an active Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist from the NSCA, or the Strength and Conditioning Coach's Certificate from the CCSCa?*

Do you hold a base level certification from the NSCA, ACSM, ACE, NASM, or ISSA?*

Referral code from a current employeeIf no code provided, add their name instead.