Graduate Intern - Men's Lacrosse
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Graduate School Opportunity
The successful candidate will have the opportunity to pursue graduate studies at Batten University in one of several programs, including:
- MBA
- Applied Psychology
- Human Services
- Arts Leadership & Nonprofit Management
- Education / Teacher Leadership — for candidates who meet program eligibility requirements
Coaching Responsibilities
The Assistant Coach will assist with all aspects of the men's lacrosse program, including:
- Recruiting and evaluating prospective student-athletes
- Developing and maintaining relationships with recruits, families, and high school/club coaches
- Player development and position-specific instruction
- Faceoff development and instruction
- Practice planning and implementation
- Game preparation and game-day responsibilities
- Film breakdown and scouting
- Assisting with offensive and defensive game planning
- Academic and personal development of student-athletes
- Team operations and administrative responsibilities
- Camp and prospect day organization and instruction
- Community engagement and program promotion
- Other duties as assigned by the Head Coach
Ideal Candidate
We are looking for a motivated coach with a strong understanding of lacrosse and a passion for developing student-athletes and building a successful collegiate program.
Faceoff experience is strongly preferred. Candidates with experience as a faceoff specialist, faceoff coach, or in developing faceoff players are encouraged to apply.
The ideal candidate will:
- Have a strong understanding of the game of lacrosse
- Have collegiate, high school, club, or significant playing/coaching experience
- Have faceoff experience or expertise
- Be passionate about recruiting and player development
- Demonstrate strong communication and organizational skills
- Be willing to take ownership of assigned responsibilities
- Be committed to the academic and personal development of student-athletes
- Be interested in pursuing a graduate degree while building a career in college athletics
Level of coaching experience is flexible. Recent college graduates, former collegiate players looking to begin a coaching career, and coaches with existing college, high school, or club experience are encouraged to apply.
Compensation & Opportunity
- $4,500 coaching stipend
- Additional camp opportunities and compensation
- Graduate school opportunity at Batten University
About Us
About Batten University
Batten University (batten.edu) is Coastal Virginia's premier university of the liberal arts and sciences. Situated on a 300-acre park-like campus in Virginia Beach, Batten University annually enrolls more than 5,000 learners in all programs in all locations, including nearly 1,700 students in undergraduate, graduate and online programs. Students thrive in average class sizes of 12, and nearly 90 percent of new graduates are employed or enrolled in graduate school within one year of graduation. Through its Environmental Guiding Principles, the University incorporates a commitment to sustainability in every aspect of campus life. Batten University is an inclusive community dedicated to scholarship and service grounded in the liberal arts and sciences, inspiring students to build meaningful lives through engagement in Coastal Virginia's dynamic metropolitan region, the nation and the world.
Location
Batten University has often been defined by its desirable and unique location in Coastal Virginia. Located in Virginia Beach, the University is just minutes from the Atlantic Ocean and the Chesapeake Bay on a beautiful 300-acre park-like campus. The area is home to a host of business, governmental, and cultural institutions, as well as rich historical and natural resources. Nestled in the heart of one of Virginia’s largest metropolitan areas, Batten University is physically insulated from the bustle of the city traffic, and yet the vast resources of its surrounding urban area are easily accessible. Our region is proud of its vibrant city life, sandy beaches, and rich history. Learn more at visitvirginiabeach.com/explore.
Statement of Non-Discrimination
Batten University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants are considered on the basis of skills, experience, and qualifications without regard to race, religion, color, creed, gender, national and ethnic origin, age, marital status, covered veteran status, sexual orientation, the presence of non-job-related medical disability, or any other legally protected status.
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