Hawke's Bay Rugby is offering a Strength and Conditioning Internship with the Magpies as part of the high-performance team for the upcoming NPC season.

The successful applicant will assist with the collection and analysis of athlete performance data and be gain exposure across all areas of the Strength & Conditioning and Sport Science programme throughout the NPC campaign.

The position will be based at the Hawke’s Bay Rugby Community Training Centre in Napier, New Zealand, between July and October.

This role is suited to someone who:

•  Is currently studying or recently finished a Sport Science degree or related tertiary qualification
• Works well in a team environment
• Is motivated, reliable, and willing to learn 
• Has an interest in athlete monitoring technology and performance analysis
  

The role will include (but is not limited to):

• Assisting with GPS setup and athlete load monitoring during training and matches
• Supporting the use of VALD performance testing equipment
• Assisting with training sessions, warm-ups, and conditioning

If you are interested in the role, please send your CV and a short covering letter to Jayden.pinfold@hbrugby.co.nz

Applications close 28th of March 2026.