Training Camp Assistant - Athletic Training (mid-July 2027 - August 2027)

Position: Training Camp Assistant – Athletic Training – Full Time/Temporary/Non-Exempt

Department: Football Operations – Athletic Training

Reports to: Head Athletic Trainer

Location: State Farm Stadium (Glendale, AZ)

Format: In-person

Duration: 2027 NFL Training Camp Mid-July – August

Note: Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa (includes student visas, OPT, CPT, etc.).

Cardinals Organizational Summary:

The Arizona Cardinals Football Club is a professional football team within the National Football League (NFL). We compete in the National Football Conference (NFC) West division and call State Farm Stadium, in Glendale, Arizona, our home.

As one of the oldest pro football franchises in the U.S., the Club has established itself as a sport and cultural hallmark within Arizona, as well as a trailblazer for diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB) initiatives and firsts around the League.  Our vision is to build a leading sports organization that competes for championships, drives business results, creates loyal fans, develops proud employees, and inspires hope in our community. We are relentless in our pursuit of greatness on and off the field, while positively impacting our people, our fans, and our community.

If you want to join an organization that values putting the team first, doing what is right, growing with positivity, valuing every voice, while driving performance, we would love for you to join our team. Learn more about the Arizona Cardinals and see what’s happening here.

Job Summary:

The Arizona Cardinals Training Camp Assistant – Athletic Training is sponsored by the Football Operations - Athletic Training Department located at the Dignity Health Arizona Cardinals Training Facility in Tempe, AZ. This position provides an exceptional opportunity for committed, hardworking, and dedicated individuals that are seeking to gain a future career in Athletic Training, including first-hand experience in a National Football League (NFL) environment. The Training Camp Assistant – Athletic Training position assists in all aspects of the day-to-day operations for the Athletic Training Department. This is a paid position with housing, travel and selected meals provided for the duration of the role.

Primary Job Duties:

The Training Camp Assistant – Athletic Training will have the daily responsibilities, without limitation, to include the following:

• Assisting in daily treatments of injured athletes.
• Preparing athletes for daily practices.
• Maintaining a clean and sanitized Athletic Training Room.
• Set-up and breakdown of all Athletic Training supplies needed for daily practices/games.
• Communicating with the medical staff regarding players’ health and injury statuses throughout the day.
• Assisting with hydration of athletes during all activities.
• Assisting staff in managing athletes during the game day process.
• Maintaining confidential medical records of care received for each athlete daily.
• Setting up mobile athletic training room during road trips and training camp.
• Aiding medical staff with increased demands during training camp.
• Other duties as assigned. 

Qualifications/Requirements

• Education: Must be enrolled in a college level educational program.
• Experience: Prior exposure to the field of athletic training and/or sports medicine, football gameday or practice environment, handling equipment/setup, etc.
• Demonstrates an understanding when working with injured athletes.
• Maintains the highest level of confidentiality and sensitivity around professional athletes in their work environment.
• Effective communication skills with all individuals across the organization.
• Ability to maintain high energy and a positive attitude on a team united toward the common goals of championship-level performance.
• Ability to lift to 30+ pounds on a regular basis.
• Must be able to stand and exert well-paced mobility for periods of up to eight (8) hours in length.
• This role may require exposure to outdoor weather conditions (extreme heat).
• Flexibility to work early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays; hours may vary depending on business needs.
• Must complete all pre-employment forms and successfully pass a background check.

The Arizona Cardinals Football Club is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.

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