Document Type

Article

Domestic/International

Domestic

Location

Piscataway, New Jersey

Publication Date

2025

Abstract

This paper reflects on my summer internship with the Rutgers University Football program in sports dietetics. Building on my background as a student-athlete and coursework in nutrition, I pursued the opportunity through persistent outreach and secured a position with the team’s lead dietitian. My responsibilities included fueling station management, hydration preparation, athlete meal support, and one-on-one nutrition counseling. The experience allowed me to develop communication, leadership, and organizational skills while gaining insight into the demands of Division I athletics. While the internship confirmed my passion for nutrition, it also led me to reflect on long-term career paths, ultimately strengthening my commitment to a future in healthcare that integrates dietetics and physician assistant training.

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