As strength and conditioning professionals we are eager to give back to the field, develop the next generation of coaches, and build our coaching tree. However, overseeing an internship program and/or supervising and mentoring interns is a complex and challenging task that, despite our best intentions, is de-prioritized based upon the demands of our current roles. During this presentation, Dr MK Feit will use her previous experiences in collegiate strength and conditioning, her educational background in teaching, and her current role as Strength and Conditioning Graduate Program Director at Springfield College to assist audience members in understanding the components of an effective internship program, determining effective and realistic internship protocols, and applying the information to their specific setting. Special attention will be paid throughout the presentation to not only preparing interns for their future occupation, but also assisting them in being effective and impactful interns throughout the current internship.
