Intern - Performance Nutrition

This is a Part Time Unpaid Internship

Position: Performance Nutrition Intern

Department: Health & Performance

Reports to: Major League Dietitian

Status: Hourly/Seasonal

Location: Cincinnati, OH

Summary:

The Performance Nutrition intern will work within Great American Ballpark to support sports nutrition initiatives within our Major League team. The position will report directly to and work under the direction of the Major League Dietitian.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
• Report to Great American Ballpark for all home games during the 2022 season.
• Responsible for stocking the clubhouse cafeteria before the team arrives and maintaining it throughout the day. This includes snacks, shakes, and beverages.
• Maintain inventory in the clubhouse pantry. Utilize grocery delivery services to restock clubhouse items as needed.
• Prepare individual and team smoothies based on individualized plans made by the Major League Dietitian.
• Work in collaboration with the Dietitian to create unique game day snack and smoothie recipes.
• Work in the kitchen to prepare snacks, cut fruits and vegetables, etc.
• Stock individualized supplements based on individualized plans made by the Major League Dietitian.
• Prepare dugout and bullpen hydration drinks.
• Assist the Major League Dietitian in creating educational content to be used in the cafeteria.
• Other duties as assigned by the Major League Dietitian.

Qualifications:

• ServSafe Food Handler's Certification.
• Possess or in the progress of obtaining a Bachelor's degree in Dietetics, Nutrition, or related field.
• Previous experience in a collegiate or professional sports setting preferred.
• Must be professional in a professional sports team environment.
• Must be able to work unconventional hours.
• Have the ability and desire to work collaboratively as part of a team.
• A positive, friendly personality with a passion for sports performance.
• Dependable, and the ability to take direction and work independently and efficiently.

Spanish-speaking, preferred.



Disclaimer:
The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the employee in this position. The above description is only a summary of the typical functions of the job, not an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all possible job responsibilities, tasks, and duties. Additional duties, as assigned, may become part of the job function. The duties listed above is, therefore, a partial representation not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of a person in this position.