Physical Performance Internship - 2027

About Us

Wests Tigers has proudly competed as a professional rugby league team in the NRL since the 2000 season, celebrating our first premiership in 2005. In 2023, we expanded our presence by competing in the Telstra Women’s Premiership, further strengthening our commitment to the growth of the sport. Formed as a joint venture between the Balmain Tigers and Wests Magpies in 1999, we have grown into a strong and inclusive organization, dedicated to developing future generations of talent.

Our headquarters, featuring a state-of-the-art training facility and administration offices, are based at the Zurich Centre at Concord Oval. In 2024, we strengthened our commitment to our community by opening a new office in Campbelltown, cementing our identity in the South West region and enhancing our ability to serve the area.

Our purpose is to enrich the lives of our community across every facet, allowing us to be a modern, innovative, and inclusive sporting organisation. At Wests Tigers, we offer a dynamic, passionate, and fast-paced environment, cultivating an excellent working culture built upon our five core values: Family, Teamwork, Excellence, Respect, and Honesty.

Wests Tigers currently have an exciting opportunity for prospective Physical Performance coaches to undertake an unpaid internship throughout the 2027 season. This internship will encompass the following areas:

• Strength and Conditioning 
• Sports Science 
• Speed and Agility 
• Rehabilitation 
• Nutrition

Responsibilities:

Interns will be directly supervised by members of the physical performance team and assist in the day-to-day operations of the department, which may include the following: 

• Testing and data collection from gym and field based sessions.
• Video capture, coding and analysis of running mechanics.
• Set up for field and gym sessions.
• Preparation of GPS and other sports science inititatives. 
• Direct supervision and programming of junior rep players. 

To be successful in this role:

• Currently completing or graduate of a tertiary qualifcation in the field of Exercise and Sport Science.
• Knowledge of full Microsoft Office Software.
• Large availabilitiy for 10 months commencing November 2026.
• Drivers License.
• Working with Children Check.

Additional information:

• This role will require a 10-12 hour commitment per week.
• Previous coaching experience an advantage.
• Ongoing education delivered by performance staff will be provided to successful applicants throughout the season to support thier professional development.