Student Intern, Athletic Training

Join the Team.

At KC Current, everything we do is in service of our fans, partners, community, and players. Our employees are stewards of that responsibility, working together to elevate the game and deepen our connection to Kansas City and beyond. With a best-in-class training facility and one of the first stadiums built specifically for a women’s sports team, KC Current is writing the next chapter with world-class talent and ambition.

Our employees are a team of competitive, passionate, and driven people who are dedicated to this sport, this team, and this community. We aim high, embrace challenges, and take action to get it done. We believe great things happen when we are united. We are seeking individuals who want to march on this mission with us as the world’s eyes are watching. We are making history in Kansas City and desire like-minded, high energy, driven individuals to join us on our journey.

Who are we hiring?

This internship, through the Kansas City Current Medical Department, will serve as a unique opportunity for the growth of a student. The intern will work alongside the High Performance Team, including Athletic Trainers, Physical Therapists, Dietician, Mental Performance Coach, Team Physicians, Sport Performance, Sport Science, Massage Therapists, Chiropractors. Applicants will be considered for intern positions with either the Kansas City Current or Kansas City Current II. The intern must currently be a student in an accredited MSAT of Athletic Training program.

What will you do?

Working under the direction and supervision of the KC Current medical staff. The individual must possess the following knowledge, skills, and abilities and be able to explain and demonstrate that they can perform the essential functions of the clinical experience.

• Perform as a student athletic trainer in assisting in the management of the health care of the KC Current or KC Current II athletes.
• Healthcare includes but is not limited to first aid/emergency care, on-site injury evaluation, application of appropriate modalities, assisting in rehabilitation and prevention programs, pre- and post-training treatments, taping athletes, hydration setup, and serving as a member of stretcher crew on home game days.
• Help maintain a complete up to date roster of player health and participation records. assist in the documentation and filing of medical information.
• Maintain medical supplies inventory, assist in packing medical bags for away trips, keeping the athletic training room clean, organized, and safe.
• Compliance with all KC Current, TUKHS, NWSL Soccer medical policies and protocols, and OSHA standards with regards to blood borne pathogens.
• Regular attendance and hours in conformance with the standards which may be established by KC Current from time to time are essential to the successful performance of this position. Due to the cyclical nature of the entertainment industry, the student may be required to work varying schedules to reflect the team needs including working game nights.

What do you need to succeed?

Required

• Excellent time management and organizational skills.
• Possess a strong work ethic.
• Must be punctual and accountable every day.
• Ability to work well within the group environment.
• The ability to multitask and complete multiple jobs at once.
• The ability to remain calm during stressful or complicated situations.
• Willingness to learn from a wide variety of medical professionals.
• Demonstrate ability to relate effectively with individuals from diverse ethnic, cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds and project a professional attitude.
• Proactive and able to function independently.
• Requires weekend and holiday work, 40+ hours/week, and exposure to various weather elements.

Special requirements of the Job:

• Must be able to work a flexible schedule, inclusive of weekends, nights (event evenings & overnight operation shifts) and holidays.
• Ability to monitor company communications and respond to time-sensitive matters with senior executives.
• Must be able to stand, walk, and move around the venue for extended periods of time, often during events or facility setup and breakdown.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds as needed for event setup, equipment management, or assisting with operational needs.
• Requires occasional bending, squatting, and reaching overhead to handle various tasks related to facility management, equipment, and event preparation.
• Must be capable of working in physically demanding environments, including navigating stairs, ramps, and elevated platforms during venue conversions.
• Ability to work outdoors continuously for extended periods of time in all weather conditions

We value diversity and seek world-class employees of all backgrounds. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, sexual and reproductive health choices, national origin, citizenship, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. In addition to federal law mandates, we comply with all applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in all locations and will consider requests for reasonable accommodations as required.