Description

There are few internships as rewarding as teaching younger people sportsmanship and competition. This internship matches the particular sporting interests of the participant to specific teams. We offer placements that range from assisting coaches at the university level down to working with little leaguers.

Our coaching opportunities are not just limited to the traditional sports of football, basketball, baseball, soccer and hockey. We can also work to facilitate placements in the field of your choice. Swimming, tennis, track and field... you name the sport and we will match you to the best organization possible.

Job Duties:
1) Scheduling practices and meetings
2) Teaching athletic skills
3) Providing leadership
4) Serving as a role model
5) Hosting social events
6) Communicating with parents
7) Communicating with school or club personnel
8) Teaching basic safety procedures
9) Conflict resolution
10) Advertising and promotion
11) Evaluations

In the past we have paired interns with both inner city and suburban schools in traditional sports such as soccer and basketball. We also work with at-risk youth organizations that run their own after school athletic programs. We have had great feedback on this option as the kids' gain so much as their home life is lacking in interaction and nurturing.

Depending on the length of your stay and your past experience, you will either serve as a full coach or assistant coach.

Placements with university-level and even some professional level athletic programs are likewise available. Here you will have a chance to assist head coaches with all aspects of running a team. This is a great way to gain coaching skills and learned from seasoned professionals both athletic skills as well as management skills.

Assistant Coaching duties at this level will include:
1) Scheduling team facilities
2) On court/field assistance to coaches
3) Equipment management
4) Liaison between coaches and the public
5) Assisting in athletic drills
6) Preparation of field/court for games and practice
7) Strength and conditioning oversight

Highlights

* Work one on one with Dr. David Adams, a cultural anthropologist and respected author
* Academic credit available
* Letter of Recommendation on completion
* Career and academic advising available

Qualifications

In your brief letter of intent on the I.C.E. Application form, please be sure to indicate the source of your interest in this position, what you hope to contribute to the program indicated, and what you hope to learn or experience through your internship - this letter of intent will be distributed to internship providers. In addition, be sure to submit a resume or acceptable equivalent indicating any relevant knowledge or skills.

* Applicants must be 18 years old or older.
* We accept GAP YEAR students through college graduates
* Positive attitude
* 20 - 40 hours per week

Intern Types

Languages

• English

Cost in US$:

USD 1,895 and up

Program Fees Include:

Housing, Internship setup, Airport pickup, Pre-trip reader, Office support

Salary/Pay

Unpaid positions. We charge a fee to set up the internship and provide housing

Experience Required

no

This Program is open to

Worldwide Participants.

Participants Travel

Independently

Typically Participants Work

Independently or in Groups

Application Process Involves

• Phone/Video Interview
• Resume
• Written Application

Typically The Application Process Time is

7 days

Post Services Include

• Exit Debriefing Abroad

Institute for Cultural Ecology's Mission Statement

The Institute for Cultural Ecology was founded on the conviction that visits to exotic destinations imply a commitment to cultural sensitivity and environmental stewardship. Our programs match the interests, academic goals, and passions of the participant to premier host organizations and researchers. Once you connect with a place and its people, they become a part of you. Forever.

Year Founded

1999