Duke Careers·Durham, North Carolina
Fellows will assist the Head Coach and coaching staff with instruction, teaching, organizing, planning, and coaching the Duke Football program, focusing on learning how to instruct, coach, and prepare student-athletes. Responsibilities also include assisting with practice planning, scheduling, training, equipment selection, student-athlete development, reviewing competition strategies, ensuring compliance, and advising team members.
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Duke Football Former Player Fellowship The Duke Football Former Player Fellow(s) will assist the Head Coach and coaching staff with the instruction, teaching, organizing, planning and coaching of the Duke Football program. This fellowship will take place during the spring football season during the months of March-June. Minimum Requirements: Education/Training:
Work requires analytical, communications and organizational skills acquired through completion of a bachelor's degree program from Duke University or equivalent combination of relevant education and/or experience.
Prior playing experience as both a responsible member of the Duke Football team and at the professional level is required.
Onsite and in person. The work is performed on-site or at a designated assignment location. Part-Time and Benefits ineligible.
include assisting with practice planning, scheduling, training, equipment selection, student-athlete development and any other duties as assigned by the Head Coach. Emphasis will be placed on learning how to instruct, coach, and prepare student-athletes participating in the sport of football. Learn, understand, and assist with running safe practices. Review and provide insight into competition strategies and game day decisions. Ensure compliance with national, conference, and university policies. Counsel and advise members of the team. Perform other related duties incidental to the work described therein.
Education Work requires analytical, communications and organizational skills acquired through completion of a bachelor's degree program from Duke University or equivalent combination of relevant education and/or experience. Experience Prior playing experience as both a responsible member of the Duke Football team and at the professional level is required. Degrees, Licensures, Certifications Prior playing experience as both a responsible member of the Duke Football team and at the professional level is required. Anticipated Pay Range: Duke University provides an annual base salary range for this position as USD $0.00 to USD $0.00. Duke University considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position; candidate's work experience, education/training, and key skills; internal peer equity; as well as market and organizational considerations when extending an offer. Your total compensation goes beyond thedollars on your paycheck. Duke provides comprehensive and competitive medical and dental care programs, generous retirement benefits, and a wide array of family-friendly and cultural programs to eligible team members. Learn more at: https://hr.duke.edu/benefits/ Equal Opportunity Employer: Duke is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual's age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, (including pregnancy and pregnancy related conditions), sexual orientation, or military status. Duke aspires to create a community built on collaboration, innovation, creativity, and belonging. Our collective success depends on the robust exchange of ideas—an exchange that is best when the rich diversity of our perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences flourishes. To achieve this exchange, it is essential that all members of the community feel secure and welcome, that the contributions of all individuals are respected, and that all voices are heard. All members of our community have a responsibility to uphold these values. Essential Physical Job Functions: Certain jobs at Duke University and Duke University Health System may include essential job functions that require specific physical and/or mental abilities. Additional information and reasonable accommodation(s) can be requested with Duke Access and Accommodations Services (email: DAAS@duke.edu; phone: 919-668-1267).
Candidates must possess analytical, communication, and organizational skills typically acquired through a bachelor's degree from Duke University or equivalent experience. Required experience includes prior playing time as a responsible member of the Duke Football team and experience playing at the professional level.
Market context
In North Carolina, roles tied to college football coaching and player development tend to draw interest from candidates with strong team experience and clear communication skills. This fellowship is competitive because it asks for prior Duke Football playing experience plus analytical and organizational ability, and the requirements and benefits on this platform are AI-summarized from the original job description, saving you research time. Before applying, review how your playing background and leadership experience align with the fellowship’s expectations.