Psychology & Child Development Internship:YouthCoach-Fall202At — CORE Athletic Training

About CORE:

Based out of Newport Beach, CORE Athletic Training is a youth sports academy devoted to using sports as a vehicle to positively impact the lives of children. We believe participation in sports offers the perfect avenue for children to increase self-confidence, improve athletic and social skills, and strengthen essential values. Through After School and Weekend Programs, Recess Enrichment Programs, Camps, Sports Leagues, and Sports Parties, CORE brings children together from various schools around Orange County with the goal of instilling a love for sports and physical activity. 

About the Field Study/Internship Position:

We are on the lookout for exceptional individuals to serve as Coaches and role-models in our sports programs. Since 2015, we have employed 100+ college students, many of whom have excelled in myriad career paths using CORE as their launch pad! Our Coaches have become teachers, marketing agents, counselors, coaches, doctors, and healthcare workers. CORE Internships offer the perfect opportunity to improve professional skills, such as: communication, project management, team management, and leadership. Gain valuable work experience in a positive and enriching environment that fosters growth and shapes your career path, while having a positive impact on the youth of Orange County.

Interns will work alongside our management and coaching teams to gain hands-on experience in all areas of operations. We also offer each Intern the opportunity to customize their experience through elective projects in their areas of interest to achieve both personal and professional goals.

For Interns who excel in their Field Study role and possess an interest in advancing their career with CORE, there will be opportunities to discuss a longer tenure.

If you think you may be a good fit for CORE, please complete our online application.

Tasks:

The intern will demonstrate their learning outcomes by:
1. Implementing developmental and psychological theory in coaching environments
2. Creating written education relevant to psychology and child development that targets either parents or coaches

Training:

To help the intern achieve the proposed learning outcomes, I will:
1. Provide both individual and group trainings and feedback meetings
2. Connect students with paid coaches who provide in-field support by modeling coaching skills such as: fostering healthy dynamics between children, developing leadership abilities such as speaking in front of a group, assessing and adapting to individual and group needs, and mitigating maladaptive behaviors

Learning Outcome:

By the end of the internship, the student will be able to:
1. Understand developmental milestones, such as recognizing developmental delays, and apply psychological theories learned in the classroom to aid in the social-emotional growth of children
2. Optimize environments for children, including knowing how to create a more inclusive environment, promote positive youth development, cater to both individual and group dynamics, and mitigate disruptive behaviors
3. Effectively communicate in both individual and group dynamics, including providing constructive feedback, motivation, compassion, and problem-solving skills for children

Spring 2025 Application Dates:

Application Deadline: December 26 2024

Interview Window: November 1 2024 - December 27 2024

Decisions Released: December 30 2024