Sports Performance Assistant - Binghamton University

Location: Binghamton, NY Category: Athletics Job Type: Part-time Temporary Posted On: Fri May 8 2026 Job Description:

Budget title: Division I Coaching Assistant (SL-1)

Salary: $10,000 (part-time, temporary, 25%FTE)

Binghamton University is a NCAA Division I institution in the America East Conference, located in Binghamton, NY with 22 intercollegiate athletic teams. Binghamton University is currently seeking a Sports Performance Intern, working under the supervision of the Sports Performance Staff.

The main goal of Binghamton University's Sports Performance Program is to help student-athletes reach their athletic potential. This is achieved through the student-athletes becoming stronger, faster, and remaining injury free. The Sports Performance Assistant will work in conjunction with the sports performance team in all aspects of training for 22 Division I programs.

Position responsibilities will include:

• Observes, shadows, and assists Performance Coaches during training sessions
• Teaching and monitoring correct exercise techniques
• Assists with testing, data collection, and interpretation using programs including Teambuildr, FirstBeat, Catapult, and Vitruve
• Assists Sports Performance staff with maintaining the facility
• Supports Performance Coaches with updating athletes' files

This temporary position is expected to begin 8/1/2026 and continue through 5/31/2027.

• Working towards a bachelor's degree in exercise science or a related field, and a desire to gain valuable experience in the field of Sports Performance
• Excellent interpersonal skills are required to interact effectively with student athletes, athletics staff, and others.
• Demonstrated organizational skills and ability to direct and supervise others are important.

Preferred:

• Bachelor's Degree in Exercise Science, Kinesiology, or Related Field
• Certification through the NSCA (CSCS)
• CPR/AED/First Aid Certification

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. If you currently need sponsorship or will need it in the future to maintain employment authorization, you do not meet eligibility requirements. Additionally, please note that Binghamton University is not an E-Verify employer.

Special Notes:

• This position is considered a Campus Security Authority for purposes of Clery Act compliance
• Offers of employment will be contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment background check and verification of degree(s) and credentials

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