Master of Science in Athletic Training (MSAT) Intern

Internship - Non-Touring

Bluecoats is seeking Athletic Training Interns (MSAT Students) who will join the sports medicine team under the direct supervision of the Head Athletic Trainer and Assistant Athletic Trainers. This is a 6-week internship starting late-May and going through the end of June.

MSAT Internship Overview

MSAT interns are welcome from across the United States to join our sports medicine team for a supervised, autonomous internship. Whether the student is completing this for their master’s program or just to make their experience a bit more diverse, we welcome all to see what sports medicine is like within the marching arts! We have 6 internship spots to fill with athletic training students that are going into their second year of their master’s program. MSAT interns will be supervised and precepted by our Head Athletic Trainer and our team of 6-8 certified Athletic Trainers from all across the country (certified in the state of Ohio). Interns will have their food, housing, and travel covered. This is an opportunity for MSAT students to explore how they might want to practice as a certified with the ability to still ask questions! Interns will be stationed with Bluecoats at the University of Mount Union in Alliance, Ohio for Bluecoats Spring Training! The sports medicine team is to be equipped and ready for all types of care at any time as there are a wide variety of injuries/illnesses that occur within Drum Corps. The sports medicine team gets one day off a week and 3-4 hour breaks each day. The days are long, but we certainly try to make the most of all our time spent together! Please feel free to reach out to our Head Athletic Trainer, Kylie Robbins (krobbins@bluecoats.com), should you have any questions.

Certifications: CPR/AED and first aid certified is required

Education: Must be currently enrolled in a college Masters of Athletic Training program.

Knowledge, Skills & Ability

• While it is expected that the Athletic Training Intern will have knowledge of the following things, the Athletic Training Intern can refer to or ask questions of clinical preceptors anytime they are unsure of how to proceed. 

  • Applied Knowledge: Interns must have knowledge of a wide range of orthopedic/general medical issues, assessment/evaluation skills, First aid, and emergency care.

  • Decision-Making Skills: Ability to think critically regarding the assessment, treatment, rehabilitation and return to activity decisions per state licensure guidelines.

  • Attention to Detail: Interns should be thorough and detailed with injury tracking, documentation, and the way the training room functions.

  • Interpersonal Skills: Ability to communicate effectively in situations (potentially high stress/pressure) when talking to patients, medical professionals, staff, and families.

  • Have the ability to multitask and grow with the craft.

  • Must have the ability to demonstrate fitness exercises and maintain physical condition appropriate to the performance of the assigned duties and responsibilities.

  • Must be a life long learner and willing to absorb information from all opportunities presented!

Duties & Responsibilities

• While these duties & responsibilities will be expected of the Athletic Training Intern, the Athletic Training Intern can refer to or ask questions of clinical preceptors anytime they are unsure of how to proceed.  Know too that no duty or responsibility is considered “beneath” our Bluecoats Sports Medicine Health Care Professionals; each team member is always willing to step in and contribute to ensure our program continues to run as a well-oiled machine.

  • Provide onsite care/management of activity and non-activity related injuries/ illnesses including: prevention, evaluation, management and rehabilitation.

  • Apply dressings/bandages, tape, braces and splints in accordance to appropriate injury management.

  • Perform and learn to perform manual therapy techniques as indicated by athlete’s treatment plan, within the scope of practice regulations in Ohio.

  • Develop and Implement rehabilitation programs for injured athletes.

  • Coordinate and implement injury prevention programs and customized preventative strategies to each athlete.

  • Minimize risk of injury through awareness, education, and ergonomic recommendations.

  • Provide functional assessment to determine a participant’s readiness to return to full performance.

  • Demonstrate, Apply, and Learn how to administer various taping techniques.

  • Perform administrative duties, medical record documentation, medical resources management and maintenance, and other duties as assigned by the preceptor to become familiar with the nature of the job.

  • Collaborate with others in developing individual exercise plans for athletes.

  • Must become familiar with the job requirements, techniques, and training associated with the various aspects of marching arts.

  • Track and analyze injury data and provide reports to preceptor.

  • Provide general health and nutrition education.

  • Intern will work on a team of other Athletic Trainers, Masters of Athletic Training  interns, Sports Medicine Educational interns, and at least one additional medical professional and/or medical administrator, including EMTs, RNs, MDs, etc.

  • This Medical Team will be responsible for the collective treatment of approximately 165 Drum Corps Athletes.

Physical Requirements

 Work is of medium demand including occasional lifting/carrying of greater than 15 pounds, visual acuity, communication, hand and eye coordination, and manual dexterity necessary to operate equipment. The following movements may be required to perform essential functions: sitting, standing, reaching, walking, running, twisting, climbing, balancing, stopping, kneeling, pushing, pulling, and lifting.

Additional Qualifying Factors

• Contractor subject to pre-qualifying background screening

• Contractor subject to acceptance of Participant Safety Agreement, code of conduct, and relevant contractor conduct policies

• Bluecoats is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Travel & Schedule Requirements

• Contractor will be required to travel to Bluecoats in-person programming, and travel with the operation when engaged during touring operations (local shows to spring training).

• Travel, food, and accommodations are provided by Bluecoats.

• 6-week internship starting late-May and going through the end of June.

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