Sports Nutrition Fellow

Fresno State
Fresno, CA

Position Description

Fresno State Sports Nutrition Department is currently seeking a Sports Nutrition Fellow for the 2025-2026 school year. This 12-month paid position is intended for highly motivated individuals who are interested in gaining valuable experience in the collegiate sports nutrition setting. 

As an integral sports nutrition team member, the Fellow will serve as the primary contact for 3-4 teams,  to be finalized upon hire. This position provides experience in the sports nutrition field and is an opportunity to gain hours towards their CSSD (Certified Specialist in Sports Dietetics) certification. The fellow will report directly to the Director of Sports Nutrition. 


Duties and Responsibilities

  • Provide performance nutrition services to assigned teams 
  • Collaborate with performance team for assigned teams
  • Assist nutrition staff with development of department protocols
  • Perform & analyze individual testing, such as body composition, hydration, & lab results  
  • Assist teams' Director of Operations in regard to travel and competition fueling
  • Assist with teams' pre, during, and post practice/game fueling at home and on the road
  • Develop educational material (social media, educational materials, team talks, etc.)
  • Assist in management of paid student staff
  • Perform other duties/tasks as assigned by the Sports Dietitian(s)

Minimum Requirements

  • RD or RD eligible within 3 months of hire
  • Minimum one year of volunteer or paid experience in an athletic setting (collegiate, professional, private training center)
  • Ability to maintain HIPPA confidentiality and adhere to all department and university policies and procedures
  • Ability to work a non-traditional hours, such as early mornings, late nights, weekends, and holiday
  • Practice safe food handling skills
  • Be able to lift, push, and pull objects up to 30 lbs

Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

  • Ability to work independently, effectively and efficiently as an integral member of the sports nutrition team
  • Possess strong time and priority management skills for complete project follow-through and execution
  • Possess effective oral and written communication skills in individual and group settings
  • Knowledge of the rules, regulations, bylaws and interpretations of the Mountain West Conference and NCAA

Compensation

  • $16.50/hour, 20-30 hours/week. Schedule & travel dependent on assigned teams' schedules and seasons
  • Preferred start date July 2025
  • Additional benefits include meals, team-issued gear, ASPDA membership fee, & athletics tickets

Apply

Please submit a cover letter, current resume, and the contact information for three professional references to Kelly Csernica, Director of Sports Nutrition: csernica@mail.fresnostate.edu