Introduction

Take the first step towards a career in high-performance sport, supporting the Saints’ AFL and VFL programs.

We’re seeking High Performance Interns to work alongside our experienced staff and gain practical experience in physical preparation, athlete monitoring, testing, gym and field sessions, recovery and daily football operations.

Description

What You’ll Be Doing

- Work across our AFL and VFL programs, gaining practical experience within the Strength and Conditioning and Sport Science teams.
- Assist with the collection and management of GPS, athlete-tracking and training-load data.
- Support on-field testing, physical assessments and daily performance monitoring.
- Assist with the setup and delivery of gym-based sessions under staff guidance.
- Support player warm-ups, activation and movement preparation.
- Use performance technology, including force plates and velocity-based training tools.
- Support training, recovery and match-day operations, including equipment and player assistance.
- Contribute to VFL data reporting and player feedback.
- Work collaboratively with High Performance, Medical and Coaching staff to support effective program delivery.





Skills and Experiences:

Requirements Essential

- Currently completing or recently completed a degree in Exercise and Sport Science or a related field.
- Current Working with Children Check.
- Genuine passion for building a career in high-performance sport.
- Flexibility to respond to changing training schedules, priorities and match-day requirements.
- Eagerness to contribute across both the AFL and VFL programs.

Desirable

- ASCA accreditation or working towards accreditation.
- Previous experience within a high-performance or sporting workplace.
- Experience using athlete-monitoring or performance technology.

APPLY NOW To apply, please submit:

- Your resume.
- A short cover letter outlining your interest in a career in high-performance sport, what skills/experience you will bring to the internship and what you hope to gain from the internship.

Applications close Sunday, 18 October 2026. Interviews will take place on Monday, 26 October and Tuesday, 27 October 2026. The internship will commence during the week beginning Monday, 2 November 2026.

📌 AFL/VFL High Performance Intern (Moorabbin)
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