Job Title: Athletic Training Fellow           

Department: Medical

Reports to: Director of Performance Services

Position Summary:

FC Cincinnati is searching for a reliable, and detail-oriented Athletic Training Fellow for the 2026 Major League Soccer season. The Athletic Training Fellow will report to the Director of Performance Services and will be expected to assist the sports medicine staff in providing the highest quality medical care to FC Cincinnati Athletes. The Athletic Training Fellow is expected to aid in common daily Athletic Training duties, pre-training set-up and breakdown, and assist FC Cincinnati medical staff however necessary.  The ideal candidate must be self-motivated, detailed-oriented, professional, possess strong communication skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. This position will work approximately 28 hours a week with a start in August 2026.

What You’ll Do:

• Assist in providing athletic training services to FC Cincinnati athletes, this includes attendance at schedule team practices and home competitions
• Maintain Athletic Training equipment and facilities
• Actively participate in daily team activities and Athletic Training duties
• Aid in daily treatment documentation
• Function as a member of the Stretcher Crew during home competitions
• Work with the Sports Medicine and Sports Performance staff in team testing such as: FC Cincinnati functional movement screen, musculoskeletal assessments, return to play testing, and baseline concussion evaluations
• Collaborate with Sports Medicine staff regarding patient care and transportation to and from physician appointments
• Cover FCC youth camps and events as a certified athletic trainer
• Complies with all company and league medical policies and protocols
• Key interactions are with the staff Athletic Trainers, Physical Therapist, Sports Performance staff, Team Physicians, and Coaches
• Perform other duties as assigned or required

What You’ll Bring:

• NATABOC Certification required
• Bachelor’s degree or Master’s degree required in athletic training from CAATE recognized school
• Active Ohio Athletic Trainer Licensure required or the ability to obtain quickly
• American Heart Association AED/CPR Certification for the healthcare provider
• Able to lift at least 50 pounds
• Previous soccer experience preferred
• Bilingual in English/Spanish preferred

What You’ll Need:

• Positive upbeat attitude
• Ability to work on a team to accomplish common goals
• Ability to handle confidential information in a respectful and appropriate manner
• Ability to consistently be at work on time, follow instructions, respond to management directions, commit to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals and complete necessary tasks 
• Excellent follow through and judgment

Why You’ll Love FCC:

• FCC welcome gifts
• Resume and profile reviews
• Tour of TQL Stadium and MHTC
• Community volunteer opportunities
• Discount off team store merchandise
• Team building and networking opportunities
• Paid hourly and/or college credit opportunities

About FCC

Founded in 2015, FC Cincinnati is a Major League Soccer team based in Cincinnati, Ohio. After achieving significant growth and success in the United Soccer League, the team joined MLS in 2019. FCC won the 2023 Supporters’ Shield – the annual award given to the team with the most points in the regular season – and clinched a spot in the 2023 MLS Playoffs for the second straight year. With a diverse ownership group with strong ties to Cincinnati, the club strives to unite the community both on and off the pitch through FCC Foundation, and its dedication to improving the lives of children through soccer and those in the West End Community . FC Cincinnati are committed to ongoing growth and recognizing the vital importance of company culture. The club’s DNA code, created by the staff for the staff, is actively implemented every day. FCC have been recognized locally and nationally as one of Sports Business Journal’s Best Places to Work in Sports 2023, named to the Honor List as one of “75 Great Sports Companies to Call Home.”; on the Business Courier’s Fast 55 as one of Greater Cincinnati’s fastest growing private companies; and named to The Enquirer’s Top Workplaces 2024.

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FC Cincinnati is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.