Athletic Trainer Jobs in California
Athletic Trainer jobs in California are among the most active in the country, with strong demand across professional sports organizations, Division I university athletics, K-12 school districts, and outpatient sports medicine clinics, at every level from entry-level to senior clinician. Los Angeles, the San Francisco Bay Area, and San Diego account for the heaviest concentration of openings, where employers like Kaiser Permanente, UCLA Health, and the University of Southern California maintain consistent hiring. The most in-demand specialties are orthopedic and sports rehabilitation, secondary school athletics, and performing arts medicine. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Position Summary
The Life Time Personal Training Internship is designed for passionate individuals ready to launch a career in the health and fitness industry. Ideal for those with an accredited fitness certification or related degree, this hands-on program provides direct mentorship from top trainers and real-world experience in Personal Training Services. Interns follow a structured schedule, gaining essential skills through observation, client interaction, and hands-on training. By applying their knowledge in a dynamic club environment, interns enhance the member experience while upholding the excellence of the Life Time brand.
Job Duties/Responsibilities
- Reads, watches, engages in all required training's associated with the role and adheres to all company policies, procedures and safety standards.
- Provides fitness floor assistance to all members to ensure safety, provide education, and motivate members.
- Fulfills member service requirements such as fitness assessments and equipment operations, service desk duties and fitness equipment cleaning.
- Promotes personal training programs and services.
- Ensures all members feel competent, confident, and connected by providing superior customer service through complimentary and based services/programming.
- Document your experience each week: interesting observations, lessons learned, questions for discussion, comments on workouts observed, useful client communication / training techniques, etc.
- Assist with personal training sessions when appropriate.
- Demonstrate behaviors consistent with Life Time's Mission & Vision, culture and values in all interactions with clients, coworkers and the general public.
- Weekly connects with supervisor to review progress on weekly objectives and set up actions for the upcoming week.
- Member experience & engagement activities: Boothing, fitness floor engagement, front desk support, member reach outs, etc.
Minimum Required Qualifications
- High School Diploma or GED.
- Must have a working knowledge of health and fitness and the human body, and be able to quickly grasp and apply new concepts.
- Must be punctual while having a positive, enthusiastic, energetic personality that enjoys working with people.
- Must have a desire to work towards an accredited Personal Training Certification and/or Degree in a related field.
- Must have a desire to work as a Life Time Personal Trainer in the near future.
- Must be open to working in other departments at Life Time to support customer experience and engagement.
- Must have the ability to perform an aerobic activity for the duration of a class and be able to bend, stand, reach, climb and lift up to 50 pounds.
Preferred Qualifications
- CPR and AED certified.
- Experience working in and/or shadowing at a fitness facility.
- Experience with program design.
- Experience with coursework related to health and fitness.
- Experience in customer service.
Pay
Benefits
All team members receive the following benefits while working for Life Time:
- A fully subsidized membership.
- Discounts on Life Time products and services.
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with company discretionary match (21 years of age and older).
- Training and professional development.
- Paid sick leave where required by law.
Full-time Team Members are eligible for additional benefits, including:
- Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage.
- Short term and long term disability insurance.
- Life insurance.
- Pre-tax flexible spending and dependent care plans.
- Parental leave and adoption assistance.
- Paid time off, including 5 to 20 vacation days per calendar year (based on tenure) and paid sick leave.
- Deferred compensation plan, if the team member meets the required income threshold.
For California residents, please review https://my.lifetime.life/policy/ca-privacy-policy.html for information about our privacy practices, including the information we collect and your rights relating to your information.
Life Time is a place for everyone. As an organization, we are committed to an inclusive, diverse and equitable workplace that respects and celebrates the unique contributions of each individual while ensuring we remain an equal opportunity employer that recruits, hires, trains and promotes based on merit and qualifications.
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Where California roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Athletic Trainer Job Market in California
A snapshot from current California openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Crunch Fitness28

- Equinox IT Solutions16

- Equinox Holdings14

- Riverview, LLP4

- University of California Berkeley3

Top Industries Hiring
- Sports & Recreation46
- Education10
- Agriculture & Farming4
- Healthcare & Medical Services3
- Consulting & Professional Services1
What California Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in athletic trainer jobs across California.
- Active California Board of Athletic Trainers license or eligibility for California registration
- Board of Certification (BOC) certification in good standing required by most employers
- Bachelor's or master's degree in athletic training from a CAATE-accredited program
- Current CPR, AED, and first aid certification maintained throughout employment
- Experience with electronic medical records documentation, particularly in clinical settings
- Strong knowledge of California-specific return-to-play protocols and concussion management guidelines
Athletic Trainer Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become an athletic trainer in California?
To practice as an athletic trainer in California, you must obtain a license from the California Board of Athletic Trainers after passing the Board of Certification exam. The path begins with completing a master's degree from a CAATE-accredited athletic training program, which is now the entry-level education standard. After passing the BOC exam, you apply to the California Board of Athletic Trainers for your state license before practicing in any setting.
How much do athletic trainers make in California?
Athletic trainers in California earn a median of about $78,490 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $54,770 for the lowest 10% to over $108,050 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire athletic trainers in California?
Employers hiring athletic trainers in California right now include Crunch Fitness, Equinox IT Solutions, and Equinox Holdings, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. California's mix of professional sports franchises, major university systems, and large integrated health networks like Kaiser Permanente creates a broader range of employer types than most states.
Which California cities have the most athletic trainer jobs?
Los Angeles, San Francisco, and Berkeley have the most athletic trainer openings in California. Los Angeles leads because of its density of professional sports teams, university athletic programs, and outpatient sports medicine clinics, while the San Francisco Bay Area and San Diego draw volume from major health systems, military installations, and research universities that employ athletic trainers across clinical and performance settings.
Are there remote athletic trainer jobs in California?
Yes, but they're rare. About 0% of athletic trainer openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of June 2026, which reflects the hands-on, on-site nature of most athletic training work. The portions of the role most likely to shift to remote or hybrid arrangements are administrative coordination, telehealth injury consultations, and wellness program management rather than direct patient or athlete care.
How can I get hired as an athletic trainer in California with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is completing a graduate assistantship or clinical rotation embedded within a CAATE-accredited California program, which places you directly inside university athletic departments or clinical sites before you graduate. Large California university systems including UC San Diego, Cal Poly, and CSU campuses regularly bring on new graduates for staff athletic trainer roles supporting varsity athletics. Candidates with a California Board of Athletic Trainers license in hand, BOC certification, and documented hours in secondary school or outpatient clinical settings move to the front of the pool.
Where can I find and apply to athletic trainer jobs in California?
You can find and apply to athletic trainer jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across the state. Search the available roles, find the ones that match your experience and preferred setting, and apply directly to each employer through the listing.
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