Athletic Trainer (m/f/d) U17

Borussia Dortmund is a globally renowned football club and a company with over 900 employees. We are searching for an individual to join our Performance Team at the Youth Performance Centre as an Athletic Trainer for the U17, helping to develop and support young players athletically.

• Planning, organising, conducting and documenting athletic training content for the U17

• Managing workload in close coordination with the coaching team

• Developing and implementing individual athletic programmes in the areas of strength, speed, endurance, and flexibility

• Creating and implementing prevention programmes

• Conducting individual athletic and rehabilitation sessions with players from the youth performance centre

• Contributing to the development, implementation, and evaluation of training and rehabilitation standards

• Supporting performance diagnostic measures

• Close collaboration with the athletic & rehabilitation management and the U17 coaching team

• Cooperating with the medical department and athletic trainers of other teams

• Degree in sports science or a related field, ideally with relevant additional qualifications

• Experience as an athletic trainer, preferably in football or another team sport

• Additional licences are an advantage, such as DFB Athletic Trainer Licence or DOSB Athletic Trainer

• Good understanding of biomechanics and the physical foundations of athletic performance

• Knowledge of current developments in sports performance and modern training methods

• Ability to recognise individual player needs and tailor training plans accordingly

• Strong communication skills, social competence, and empathy in dealing with coaches, players, and medical team

• High flexibility and willingness to work evenings and weekends

• Very good German and English language skills, both spoken and written

• Affinity with Borussia Dortmund and enjoyment of working in a team

🏟️ Exciting insights into the sports science work of one of Europe's most renowned football clubs

🤝 Work in a professional team of athletic trainers, sports scientists, and medical staff

🚀 Short decision-making paths and plenty of room for independent work

🎫 Personal employee ticket for our home games

📚 Individual offers for professional and personal development

💪 Free gym membership and support for a healthy work-life balance

🚲 Additional benefits such as bicycle leasing, team events, employee bistro, and pension schemes

We look forward to receiving your detailed application with cover letter & CV.   
🌍🌈 We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and eagerly anticipate your impressive application. 🌈🌍