Sport Science Intern

UFC® is the world’s premier mixed martial arts organization (MMA), with more than 700 million fans and approximately 300 million social media followers. The organization produces more than 40 live events annually in prestigious arenas worldwide and broadcasts to over 950 million households across more than 170 countries. UFC’s athlete roster features the world’s best MMA athletes from over 80 countries. The organization’s digital offerings include UFC FIGHT PASS®, a leading streaming service for combat sports. UFC is part of TKO Group Holdings (NYSE: TKO), headquartered in Las Vegas, Nevada.

About the role

UFC’s Internship Program is designed to provide interns the opportunity to apply academic knowledge and skills in a real-world corporate setting. Over the 12-week program (August 31st - November 20th), interns will be fully immersed in the daily operations of their department and directly involved with tasks and projects contributing to UFC’s growth. This is an on-site, in-person internship in Las Vegas, NV. UFC does not provide relocation, housing, or transportation assistance.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Sport Science Department with monitoring and assessment tasks, ensuring accurate and timely completion.
• Aid in the planning, preparation, and calibration of testing equipment and evaluation activities.
• Implement monitoring and assessment interventions to support research and performance goals.
• Handle data processing, maintain databases, and perform data analytics.
• Ensure the laboratory and its equipment are clean and hygienic, adhering to safety and maintenance protocols.
• Collaborate with other technical areas to meet sport science requirements.
• Assess new technologies and innovations within the sport science field to enhance departmental capabilities.

Requirements

• Must be enrolled in an institution of higher education pursuing a degree relevant to the internship.
• Must be currently living in the United States.
• Outstanding work ethic and attention to detail.
• Strong data management and analysis skills.
• Ability to deliver a variety of physiological testing protocols and follow methodological procedures.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently on assigned tasks and deliver outcome goals effectively.
• Strong desire to work with elite combat athletes.
• Experience working with athletes in weight-categorized sports is desired.