Virginia Wesleyan University·Virginia Beach, Virginia
Assist the Head Coach with all aspects of the field hockey program, including recruitment, coaching, and practice planning. Manage administrative duties such as team travel, equipment maintenance, and monitoring student-athletes' academic progress.
Batten University, a NCAA Division III institution and a member of the Old Dominion Athletic Conference, is accepting applications for a Field Hockey Graduate Assistant. Batten University is located in Virginia Beach, VA, and sponsors 24 varsity sports teams, supporting almost 500 student-athletes.
The qualified applicant will report to the Head Field Hockey Coach. The individual will assist with all aspects of the Field Hockey program including recruitment of quality student-athletes, scheduling, managing and coaching games, planning as well as conducting practices. This individual will also be organizing team travel, monitoring student-athletes’ academic progress, equipment maintenance, fundraising and other administrative duties assigned by the Head Coach. Additionally, a thorough understanding of and accountability to NCAA, Old Dominion Athletic Conference and institutional rules and regulations is necessary.
Review of applications will begin immediately.
This is a graduate assistant position.
A Bachelor’s degree is required.
Tuition remission for graduate programs is included as well as a stipend.
Preference will be given to applicants with college coaching experience and/or experience as a college field hockey student-athlete.
Must possess a valid driver’s license and be insurable by the college’s auto insurance carrier.
A Bachelor's degree and a valid driver's license are required. Preference is given to candidates with college coaching experience or those who were college field hockey student-athletes.
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Market context
In Virginia, graduate intern field hockey roles often attract candidates with playing or coaching backgrounds, especially at the college level. These positions can be competitive because programs may look for applicants who can support training, recruiting, and day-to-day team operations while balancing graduate study. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then tailor your application to highlight coaching experience, student-athlete background, and a valid driver’s license.