Athletic Development Coach - Internship Opportunities (2 Positions)
Closing Date: Monday, 15 December 2025
130 Pakuranga Road, Pakuranga
Expressions of Interest
Saint Kentigern College
- Support student athletes across training programmes
- Work alongside experienced Athletic Development coaches
- Build coaching skills while contributing to a safe and engaging gym environment
Athletic Development Coach – Internship Opportunities (2 Positions)
Jan - Sept 2026, Part Time
Saint Kentigern College – Auckland
Jan - Sept 2026, Part Time
Saint Kentigern College – Auckland
Saint Kentigern College is offering two internship opportunities for motivated and aspiring Strength & Conditioning professionals to join our Athletic Development team. These part-time internships provide invaluable hands-on coaching experience within one of New Zealand’s leading school sport environments.
About the Internship
These internships offer structured, practical experience within our Athletic Development programme.
- 10 hours per week, Monday to Friday, with shifts available 6:00–8:00am or 3:30–5:30pm (some flexibility within the hours)
- Runs from the start of the 2026 school year to the end of Term 3, 2026
- Supervised by the Head of Athletic Development, supporting student athletes from Years 10–13
- Includes a fixed reimbursement to support reasonable participation costs
- Assisting with delivery of strength & conditioning programmes
- Supervising and engaging with students during training sessions
- Supporting periodised athletic development programmes across multiple sporting codes
- Helping implement health and safety practices in the gym environment
- Assisting with athlete testing, monitoring, and load management
- Contributing to gym maintenance and equipment oversight
We are seeking interns who are:
- Currently studying in final year or have recently completed a bachelor’s degree in Sport & Exercise Science or related field
- Passionate about strength & conditioning and athlete development
- Strong communicators who build positive relationships with students and staff
- Reliable, organised, approachable, and eager to learn
- Enthusiastic about contributing to a positive, safe, and high-performance training environment
- Experience delivering athletic development programmes or working across sporting codes is an advantage but not essential.
This is an excellent opportunity to gain practical experience in a high-quality S&C environment, working alongside experienced Athletic Development Coaches, PE staff, and sporting codes while supporting emerging young athletes.
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted online using the vacancy link provided and should include a cover letter indicating your preferred shift time (morning or afternoon), and your current CV. Please do not email your application.
For further information about this opportunity please contact Jaron Kung, Head of Athletic Development, on jaron.kung@saintkentigern.com
Applications close 15 December 2025.