Athletic Trainer Jobs in Wisconsin

Athletic Trainer jobs in Wisconsin concentrate in collegiate athletics, high school sports programs, and sports medicine clinics, with growing demand inside hospital-affiliated outpatient settings and professional sports organizations. Milwaukee, Madison, and Green Bay are the most active hiring metros, home to anchor employers like Froedtert Health, UW Health, and Bellin Health that maintain dedicated athletic training departments. The most in-demand specialties are orthopedic rehabilitation, concussion management, and team sports coverage at the secondary and collegiate levels. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles65
Top employerElite Sports Clubs
Top cityBrookfield, WI
Cities hiring36
Work type93% On-site
Top industrySports

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Licensed Athletic Trainer I, Fh - Athletic Trainer Services
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Licensed Athletic Trainer I, Fh - Athletic Trainer Services
Froedtert & MCW
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Business Operations
Customer Service
Healthcare Administration
Hybrid
Master's degree
5,001-10,000

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Strength Coach - Studio LFT
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Strength Coach - Studio LFT
Vasa Fitness
Green Bay, Wisconsin
Allied Health
Healthcare Administration
Mental & Behavioral Health
Social Work & Counseling
CPR Certification
1,001-5,000

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Group Fitness Instructor
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Group Fitness Instructor
Vasa Fitness
Green Bay, Wisconsin
Allied Health
Healthcare Administration
Mental & Behavioral Health
Social Work & Counseling
$21 - $28/hr
CPR Certification
1,001-5,000

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Independent In-Home Personal Trainer
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Independent In-Home Personal Trainer
SVETNESS
Sun Prairie, Wisconsin
Customer Service
Fitness & Recreation
Sports & Fitness
CPR Certification
11-50

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Personal Trainer
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Personal Trainer
Alloy Personal Training
Madison, Wisconsin
Customer Service
Fitness & Recreation
Sports & Fitness
$25 - $30/hr
On-Site
CPR Certification

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Athletic Trainer Jobs by City in Wisconsin

Where Wisconsin roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Brookfield
6 jobs
Green Bay
5 jobs
Milwaukee
5 jobs
Beloit
3 jobs
Mequon
3 jobs
Kenosha
3 jobs
Madison
3 jobs
Oshkosh
3 jobs
Oconomowoc
3 jobs

Athletic Trainer Job Market in Wisconsin

A snapshot from current Wisconsin openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

Elite Sports Clubs5 open roles
YMCA3 open roles
Vasa Fitness3 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Sports & Recreation

What Wisconsin Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in athletic trainer jobs across Wisconsin.

  • Active Wisconsin athletic trainer license issued by the Wisconsin DSPS
  • Board of Certification credential (BOC) required for state licensure and most positions
  • Bachelor's or master's degree from a CAATE-accredited athletic training program
  • CPR and AED certification current at time of hire
  • Experience working with high school, collegiate, or sports medicine populations preferred
  • Ability to work flexible hours including evenings, weekends, and travel for athletic events

Athletic Trainer Jobs in Wisconsin: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a athletic trainer in Wisconsin?

You must hold an active athletic trainer license issued by the Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services. To qualify, you need a degree from a CAATE-accredited athletic training program and must pass the Board of Certification exam. Once licensed, you renew through the DSPS and must complete continuing education each cycle. Wisconsin does not offer reciprocity by default, so out-of-state candidates apply for licensure by endorsement through the same DSPS process.

How much do athletic trainers make in Wisconsin?

Athletic trainers in Wisconsin earn a median of about $61,820 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $47,360 for the lowest 10% to over $78,160 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire athletic trainers in Wisconsin?

Employers hiring athletic trainers in Wisconsin right now include Elite Sports Clubs, YMCA, and Vasa Fitness, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Wisconsin's largest hospital systems and university athletic departments account for a significant share of ongoing openings throughout the state.

Which Wisconsin cities have the most athletic trainer jobs?

Brookfield, Green Bay, and Milwaukee lead Wisconsin for athletic trainer openings. Milwaukee drives volume through its concentration of large health systems and professional sports infrastructure, Madison benefits from the University of Wisconsin's extensive athletic programs and UW Health's outpatient network, and Green Bay's openings are anchored by Bellin Health and the sports medicine demand tied to its regional sports community.

Are there remote athletic trainer jobs in Wisconsin?

Yes, but they're rare. Athletic training is an inherently hands-on role requiring in-person evaluation and treatment, so most positions require on-site presence. About 7% of athletic trainer openings tied to Wisconsin are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, and those positions tend to involve administrative duties, telehealth triage, or program coordination rather than direct patient or athlete care.

How can I get hired as a athletic trainer in Wisconsin with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is through a graduate assistant or clinical rotation position embedded in a Wisconsin university athletic department. UW-Madison, Marquette University, and UW-La Crosse regularly bring on candidates completing their final clinical hours or recent BOC passers in entry-level staff roles. Hospital systems like Froedtert Health and Bellin Health hire athletic trainers into sports medicine technician or rehab aide roles that transition to full athletic trainer positions after licensure is confirmed. A completed BOC credential and Wisconsin DSPS license application in progress are the clearest signals for employers evaluating candidates without independent experience.

Where can I find and apply to athletic trainer jobs in Wisconsin?

You can find and apply to athletic trainer jobs in Wisconsin on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across the state. Search the listings, find roles that match your credentials and preferred location, and apply directly to the ones that fit.

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