NORTHEASTERN UNIVERSITY

STRENGHTH AND CONDITIONING

INTERNSHIP PROGRAM

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Table of Contents

1. Internship Program Overview

1.1. Program Summary

1.2. Expectations of NEU Staff

1.3. Expectations of Intern

1.4. Intern Bylaws

1.5. Evaluations

2. Syllabus

2.1. Education Calendar

2.2. Intern Research

2.3. Equipment Overview

2.4. Quizzes

2.5. Intern Final Project

2.6. Portfolio

3. Proficiency Checklists

3.1. Level 1 Lower Body Exercise Checklist

3.2. Level 1 Upper Body Exercise Checklist

3.3. Level 2 Lower Body Exercise Checklist

3.4. Level 2 Upper Body Exercise Checklist

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Internship Program

1.1 Program Summary

Welcome to the Northeastern University Strength and Conditioning Internship Program! It is our

goal to provide our interns with a highly educational, interactive, and reflective experience in the field of

strength and conditioning. All interns should anticipate exposure to every aspect our strength and

conditioning program has to offer, including an in depth role within the coaching staff itself. At

Northeastern University, we take great pride in both developing some of the country’s best collegiate

athletes and as a leader fostering future strength and conditioning coaches.

1. 2 Expectations of NEU Staff

NEU staff will provide a unique perspective and experience. Interns will gain insight into

a sports performance department which includes a close connection between athletic training and

strength and conditioning. NEU staff will provide interns with knowledge and skills of

performance testing technology and evidence-based protocols and procedures.

1.3 Expectations of the Intern

The intern is expected to be highly motivated and have a strong willingness to learn. Our interns

can expect weekly evaluations by the Strength and Conditioning staff. The following set of guidelines

must be followed at all times while interning with us:

1. Respect for all members of the Northeastern University Sports Performance staff and

student-athletes

2. Maintain a professional relationship with our student-athletes

3. Maintain a positive attitude

4. Understand that all actions and verbal communications are a reflection of Northeastern

University

5. Continue to assist us with daily weight room maintenance

6. Be willing to help our staff with research and continuing education

1.4 Intern Bylaws

1. Pre-participation Interview

a. In order to become an intern the Northeastern University Strength and Conditioning

department, each individual must be interviewed.

b. Upon conclusion of the interview the individual must agree to abide by the bylaws

henceforth.

2. Conduct

a. ACT PROFESSIONAL.

b. Interns/volunteers must be on time for scheduled hours.

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i. On time is arriving 10 minutes before scheduled hours. Anything less is

considered late.

c. The weight room is a working and learning environment. Socialization and

discussion of unrelated strength and conditioning topics are unacceptable.

i. Socialization with athletes is hindering their development as an athlete.

ii. Distinguish yourself from the athlete in a professional manner.

iii. Leave your problems and concerns at the door; they can be discussed after

your scheduled hours.

d. Behavior

i. Be a self-starter

ii. The quality of work you perform reflects upon your professionalism and your

image.

iii. Questions

1. When a strength coach has down time between teams, be prepared to

ask questions. It is a great opportunity to get better as a strength

coach as well as increase your knowledge of strength and

conditioning.

3. Attire

a. Athletic shorts, t-shirt, and sneakers.

b. Professional appearance

i. Clean shaven (males) or neatly trimmed facial hair by permission.

ii. No hats.

iii. No visible jewelry.

iv. No visible tattoos or body art.

v. No usage of cell phones anywhere while interning.

1. Usage of cell phones and other electronic devices on the floor is not

acceptable.

2. The only materials acceptable that you may carry are:

a. Stopwatch/wristwatch.

b. Pencil/pen and paper.

c. Anything the strength coach requests.

4. Scheduling hours

a. All hours must be scheduled with the Strength and Conditioning coach designated to

do so.

b. The minimum hours per week shall be 10 hours unless otherwise noted by the

strength and conditioning staff.

c. Cancellations

i. Cancellation of a scheduled hour(s) should be made no later than 24 hours

before the scheduled hour(s).

ii. Excusable cancellations

1. Medical emergency.

2. Family/friend emergency.

3. Job interviews.

4. Other extenuating circumstances by permission.

iii. Inexcusable cancellations

1. Need to study.

2. Social engagements.

3. Slept in.

4. Do not assume anything, always double check to make sure the

designated strength coach is aware of an absence.

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d. Requests to work with certain teams at the initial interview and follow up intern

evaluations shall be allowed, but ultimately the Strength Coach in charge of

scheduling shall make the final decision based on availability and internship

experience.

e. If your scheduled hours end in the middle of a workout session, it is required that you

will stay until the end of the session unless other obligations prevent you from doing

so (Job, club meeting, class, practice, or meeting with a professor)

5. Responsibilities

a. Daily duties are outlined in the Intern/volunteer Manual

b. Daily intern/volunteer duty sheets should be filled out and signed off by a Strength

and Conditioning coach at respective intervals.

c. It is the intern/volunteer’s responsibility to abide by the aforementioned bylaws, not

the strength coach’s. If a problem (conflict with hours, athlete behavior, or

equipment) arises, the intern must inform the strength coach.

d. Log hours in Intern/volunteer Binder.

e. Check list of duties first before asking what should be done.

6. Disciplinary measures

a. Dismissal from the Northeastern University Strength and Conditioning internship

program shall be viewed from a two (2) strike policy

i. 1st Strike

1. A warning will be issued from one of the strength coaches

ii. 2nd Strike

1. Dismissal from the internship program for remainder of

undergraduate career. The individual is no longer welcome as an

intern, however is encouraged to seek other internship opportunities.

iii. Behavior that will warrant a “strike” shall be a disregard of any of the

aforementioned intern behavior.

7. Intern/volunteer Meetings

a. Intern/volunteer meetings shall be held at a designated time once a week with the

designated strength coach.

b. Cancellations

i. Intern/volunteer meetings are considered scheduled hours and the same rules

apply as stated in 4.c.

c. Attire

i. Athletic clothes (shorts, t-shirt, sneakers).

d. Materials

i. Notebook and pencil/pen.

1.5 Evaluations

1. Interns will have the opportunity to both be evaluated and to evaluate our staff.

a. Interns will fill out a post-internship survey providing our staff with opportunities for

improving our internship for the next class.

2. Intern assignments, interactions with student-athletes and staff, etc. are all evaluation

opportunities.

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Strength and Conditioning Coach Evaluation Form

Name:___________________________________

Sports assigned:___________________________

STRENGTH & CONDITIONING SKILLS AND TECHNIQUES

Definitions Poor Below

Average

Average Above

Average

Excellent

Design and implementation of strength

programs

1 2 3 4 5

Design and implementation of conditioning

programs

1 2 3 4 5

Ability to teach Olympic lifts 1 2 3 4 5

Knowledge of Anatomy & Biomechanics 1 2 3 4 5

First-aid and emergency care 1 2 3 4 5

Record keeping 1 2 3 4 5

Organization and administration 1 2 3 4 5

Education & counseling of athletes nutrition 1 2 3 4 5

Knowledge of NCAA banned substances 1 2 3 4 5

Demonstrates confidence 1 2 3 4 5

Demonstrates critical thinking 1 2 3 4 5

Demonstrates problem solving 1 2 3 4 5

Understands limitations 1 2 3 4 5

Maintenance and upkeep of equipment 1 2 3 4 5

Uses equipment and resources appropriately 1 2 3 4 5

Seeks advice for improvement 1 2 3 4 5

Stays current with research and programs 1 2 3 4 5

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

Attributes Poor Below

Average

Average Above

Average

Excellent

Attitude/Demeanor 1 2 3 4 5

Enthusiasm 1 2 3 4 5

Preparation 1 2 3 4 5

Reliability 1 2 3 4 5

Cooperation 1 2 3 4 5

Judgment/Awareness 1 2 3 4 5

Personal Appearance 1 2 3 4 5

Punctuality 1 2 3 4 5

Professionalism dealing with athletes 1 2 3 4 5

Professionalism dealing with coaches 1 2 3 4 5

Professionalism dealing with athletic

trainers

1 2 3 4 5

Professionalism dealing with

supervisor

1 2 3 4 5

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Professionalism dealing with peers 1 2 3 4 5

Oral communication skills 1 2 3 4 5

Written communication skills 1 2 3 4 5

Ability to accept constructive criticism 1 2 3 4 5

Leadership qualities 1 2 3 4 5

Dependability 1 2 3 4 5

Work ethic 1 2 3 4 5

Organization/time management 1 2 3 4 5

Creativity 1 2 3 4 5

Ability to handle pressure situations 1 2 3 4 5

COMMENTS AND CONCERNS:

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AREAS OF STRENGTH:

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AREAS NEEDING IMPROVEMENT:

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COMMENTS:

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OVERALL PERFORMANCE:

Exceptional Performance consistently exceeds standards for the position such

that the excellence of the staff member’s work is clearly

recognized.

Highly satisfactory Performance consistently exceeds standards set for the position.

Satisfactory Performance meets standards.

Provisional Performance does not meet acceptable levels in areas, but staff

member exhibits the potential to become proficient with

continued training and/or development.

Marginal Overall performance of fully trained staff member does not meet

acceptable levels. Quarterly performance evaluations will be

conducted.

Unsatisfactory Performance remains significantly below standard; particularly

in one or more critical areas of responsibility; appropriate

service warning action is being formally initiated.

_______________________________________ ___________

Supervisor’s Signature Date

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Syllabus

2.1 Education Calendar

Week

#

Topic Readings Assignments Assignments

Due

1 Pre-Performance

Evaluation (PPE)

- FMS

- Opto Jump

- How to Win

Friends &

Influence

People by Dale

Carnegie

(Weekly

chapter review)

- Readings

2 Continue PPE’s

and

The Art of Coaching

- Coaching

Philosophy by

Jeff Mitchell

- Write

Personal

Coaching

Philosophy

Quiz # 1

3 Postural Restoration

Institute

- Provided

Articles

- Readings

- Lead group

discussion

about

Article

Coaching

Philosophy

4 Level 1 LB

Exercises

- Coaching

Article or Book

of your choice

- Practice

PRI Article

Review # 1

5 Level 1 UB

Exercises

- Practice

PRI Article

Review # 2

6 Level 2 LB

Exercises

- Practice PRI Article

Review # 3

7 Level 2 UB

Exercises

- Practice PRI Article

Review # 4

8 Programming - Programming

Notes

- Triphasic

Review

- Create

example

program

9 Plyometrics - NEU

PowerPoints

- Practice

Sample Program

10 Linear

Movement/Accelera

tion

- Practice

11 Lateral Movement - Practice

Quiz # 2

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12 Conditioning/Energ

y System

Development

Principles

- NEU ESD

Review

- Joel Jamieson

Review

- Create

example

program

Present ESD

Article

13 How to Manage a

Weight Room - Related reading

of your choice

- Design a

weight

room

Sample

Conditioning

Program

14 Final Project - Present

Topic of

Choice

Final Project

2.2 Intern Research

Interns will complete two article reviews on current research in the field of strength and

conditioning. Our staff believes in the power of continuing education and strives to stay up to date with

current research. The intern article reviews are an opportunity for our staff to learn from the new and

upcoming coaches in the field. The intern will also be expected to apply article information to weight

room setting.

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2.3 Equipment Overview

Interns will be expected to demonstrate knowledge of equipment, testing protocols, and

calibration of equipment. Interns will conduct a performance testing protocol chosen by a

strength and conditioning coach. Interns will execute proper instructions and data collection

throughout the test and be able to explain the purpose of the performance test. Each intern is

expected to review NEU Performance Testing Article Directory Resource which includes

evidence-based performance testing protocols and procedures. Equipment and testing protocols

are listed below:

Biomechanical Power & Strength Energy System Positional

Functional

Movement Screen

Vertical Jump/ 4

Jump Average

Cosmed VO2

Analyzer

Adduction Drop Test,

Extension Drop Test

Opto Jump Protocol 10/20/40 Maximum

Velocity Sprints

Splits

300 Yard Shuttles Straight Leg Raise,

Abduction Test

Goniometer- Hip

ROM

Grip Strength Yo-Yo Intermittent

Recovery Test

Apical Expansion Test,

Horizontal Abduction

Force Plate Protocol Keiser Squat Power

Curve

Modified Cooper

Test

Humeral Glenoid Internal

Rotation

5-0-5 Agility Test Pro 2 IMT Profile

3-5 RM Trap Bar

Deadlift

Northeastern Strength & Conditioning Testing Equipment/Technology

Biomechanical Power & Strength Energy System

Functional

Movement Screen

Tendo Units Cosmed VO2 Analyzer

Opto Jump Keiser air300 Squat WattBike Pro

Force Plate: Kistler

Quattro Jump

FitLight Trainer Polar Heart Rate Monitors: Team

2 and H7 System

Compex Units Brower Timing System VersaClimber

Pro 2 IMT BSXInsight XM2

Woodway Treadmill

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2.4 Quizzes

Interns will complete two quizzes that are derived from NSCA material. The quizzes will help

interns prepare to take the CSCS exam or be a review for those already certified. Either way, the quizzes

will help identify knowledge gaps, or improve baseline knowledge in the field of strength and

conditioning.

2.5 Intern Final Project

Interns will present a strength and conditioning program on a scenario of their choice. The

project must include a detailed outline of the scenario, and a three month program. Interns most be ready

to defend their choices in program design: exercise selection, progressions, periodization, frequency, daily

plan, logistics, etc.

2.6 Portfolio

Upon completion of the internship, each intern will have the following documents:

- A personal coaching philosophy

- Two article reviews

- An example strength and conditioning program

These documents can serve as a solid foundation for a portfolio to present at future interviews.

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Proficiency Checklists

3.1 Level 1 Lower Body Exercises

Demonstration Proficiency Coaching Proficiency

Glute Bridge

Start Position: ______

Middle Position: ______

End Position: ______

Comments: Start Position: ______

Cues: ______

“What’s working?”:______

Comments:

PVC Hip Hinge

Start Position: ______

Middle Position: ______

End Position: ______

Comments: Start Position: ______

Cues: ______

“What’s working?”:______

Comments:

Assisted 1 Leg SLDL

Start Position: ______

Middle Position: ______

End Position: ______

Comments: Start Position: ______

Cues: ______

“What’s working?”:______

Comments:

PVC Split Squat

Start Position: ______

Middle Position: ______

End Position: ______

Comments: Start Position: ______

Cues: ______

“What’s working?”:______

Comments:

Assisted Squat

Start Position: ______

Middle Position: ______

End Position: ______

Comments: Start Position: ______

Cues: ______

“What’s working?”:______

Comments:

Assisted Skater 1 Leg Squat

Start Position: ______

Middle Position: ______

End Position: ______

Comments: Start Position: ______

Cues: ______

“What’s working?”:______

Comments:

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3.2 Level 1 Upper Body Exercises

Demonstration Proficiency Coaching Proficiency

Tempo Push-up

Start Position: ______

Middle Position: ______

End Position: ______

Comments: Start Position: ______

Cues: ______

“What’s working?”:______

Comments:

1 Arm DB Bench – Feet on Bench

Start Position: ______

Middle Position: ______

End Position: ______

Comments: Start Position: ______

Cues: ______

“What’s working?”:______

Comments:

Prone DB Row

Start Position: ______

Middle Position: ______

End Position: ______

Comments: Start Position: ______

Cues: ______

“What’s working?”:______

Comments:

X-Pulldown

Start Position: ______

Middle Position: ______

End Position: ______

Comments: Start Position: ______

Cues: ______

“What’s working?”:______

Comments:

Band Pull Apart

Start Position: ______

Middle Position: ______

End Position: ______

Comments: Start Position: ______

Cues: ______

“What’s working?”:______

Comments:

1 Arm Cable Pulldown

Start Position: ______

Middle Position: ______

End Position: ______

Comments: Start Position: ______

Cues: ______

“What’s working?”:______

Comments:

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3.3 Level 2 Lower Body Exercises

Demonstration Proficiency Coaching Proficiency

Goblet Squat

Start Position: ______

Middle Position: ______

End Position: ______

Comments: Start Position: ______

Cues: ______

“What’s working?”:______

Comments:

Front Squat

Start Position: ______

Middle Position: ______

End Position: ______

Comments: Start Position: ______

Cues: ______

“What’s working?”:______

Comments:

Keiser Squat

Start Position: ______

Middle Position: ______

End Position: ______

Comments: Start Position: ______

Cues: ______

“What’s working?”:______

Comments:

KB Deadlift

Start Position: ______

Middle Position: ______

End Position: ______

Comments: Start Position: ______

Cues: ______

“What’s working?”:______

Comments:

Trap Bar Deadlift

Start Position: ______

Middle Position: ______

End Position: ______

Comments: Start Position: ______

Cues: ______

“What’s working?”:______

Comments:

Snatch Grip RDL

Start Position: ______

Middle Position: ______

End Position: ______

Comments: Start Position: ______

Cues: ______

“What’s working?”:______

Comments:

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3.4 Level 2 Upper Body Exercises

Demonstration Proficiency Coaching Proficiency

Pull-up

Start Position: ______

Middle Position: ______

End Position: ______

Comments: Start Position: ______

Cues: ______

“What’s working?”:______

Comments:

Chin-up

Start Position: ______

Middle Position: ______

End Position: ______

Comments: Start Position: ______

Cues: ______

“What’s working?”:______

Comments:

1 Arm DB Row

Start Position: ______

Middle Position: ______

End Position: ______

Comments: Start Position: ______

Cues: ______

“What’s working?”:______

Comments:

BB Bench Press

Start Position: ______

Middle Position: ______

End Position: ______

Comments: Start Position: ______

Cues: ______

“What’s working?”:______

Comments:

Neutral Grip DB Bench

Start Position: ______

Middle Position: ______

End Position: ______

Comments: Start Position: ______

Cues: ______

“What’s working?”:______

Comments:

KB Overhead Press

Start Position: ______

Middle Position: ______

End Position: ______

Comments: Start Position: ______

Cues: ______

“What’s working?”:______

Comments: