Performance Nutrition Emerging Talent Internship

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers organization’s vision is to be the flag-bearer for Tampa Bay past and future, while driving the next generation of NFL culture. The Buccaneers aim to employ individuals whose professionalism and dedication align with our vision.

The Emerging Talent Program is designed to develop the next generation of leaders in professional sports. Our mission is to attract top, early-career talent and provide meaningful, hands-on experience within the Tampa Bay Buccaneers organization.

Participants do more than observe; they contribute. Interns gain real-world experience, insider access, and a comprehensive understanding of how a professional football organization operates. The program is intentionally structured to help participants build upon their academic foundation while defining clear, career-focused goals.

Each intern is placed within a specific department while also being encouraged to explore the broader business of football through networking opportunities, a Capstone Project, and our Internship Learning Series. Throughout the program, interns collaborate with team executives and build professional relationships that extend well beyond their internship experience.

This is a paid, hourly internship running from July 20, 2026, through June 25, 2027.

·       The Performance Nutrition Fellow is responsible for assisting nutrition programming and daily departmental operations.

·       Assist the Department of Performance Nutrition in planning and execution of clinical, food service, and performance-based nutrition services

·       Assist nutritional related player reporting and testing (communications, hydration testing, body composition tracking, fueling monitoring, etc.)

·       Manage fueling stations while maintaining clean, hygienic, and organized nutrition areas

·       Oversee ordering, receiving, inventory, and organization of food and sports nutrition products

·       Prepare and administer daily pre-and post-practice/game fueling, recovery, and hydration plans

·       Assist in development and delivery of player education on a variety of platforms and topics

·       Be a collaborative member of the performance team, including culinary team, sports medicine, strength and conditioning, coaches, and players

·       Review performance nutrition-related research and products, and disseminate findings in easy-to-understand educational formats

·       Assist in nutrition operations planning and execution of game day and travel nutrition needs

·       Contribute to performance menu planning, execution and distribution of team meals and snacks

·       Perform menu item and fueling station nutritional analysis utilizing the Teamworks Nutrition Platform

·       Perform additional tasks as assigned

This position does not manage employees.

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Strong organizational and follow-up skills

·       Ability to work independently and be a self-starter

·       Uphold HIPPA and professional codes of conduct

·       A professional demeanor, positive attitude, and learning mindset are mandatory.

·       Bachelor’s degree in nutrition through an accredited program

·       Currently working towards registered dietitian credential or be credentialed

·       Experience in collegiate or professional sports nutrition department, football preferred

·       Experience working food service in culinary, hospitality, or team related setting

·       ServSafe certified preferred

·       Master’s degree in nutrition, exercise science or related field preferred

Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) or comparable tools

Required to work all home and some away games

Must be comfortable working in a high intensity setting, meeting tight deadlines and delivering quality results

Extended evening, weekend work hours sometimes required

Computer and desk work a significant part of daily activities

Buccaneers Team LLC (the “Club”) provides equal employment opportunities to all individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, marital status, disability, age, military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

This job description is intended to set forth the core functions required for this position and describe the general nature of the work performed by employees in this position. It may not contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to do this job. Employees may be assigned additional responsibilities as necessary. The Club reserves the right to revise this job description at any time and to require employees to perform other tasks if there are changes to circumstances or conditions of the Club’s business, competitive considerations, or the work environment.

Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily. The requirements set forth herein are representative of the duties, knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. If requested, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Offers of employment are contingent on successful completion of a background screening.

The position covered by this Job Description is expressly declared to be “at will,” meaning the Club has the right to terminate the employee’s employment at any time, with or without cause. Any written or oral promises or representations to the contrary are expressly disavowed and should not be relied upon by any employee.

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