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Athletic Trainer CPT roles place you inside collegiate sports medicine departments, professional team facilities, and outpatient clinics where supervised hands-on practice is a required component of accredited CAATE programs. Your DSO must authorize each CPT position before your start date, and the work must directly tie to your degree plan.
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Get Access To All JobsJob Title: Athletic Trainer/Intern
Requisition Number: RE54351
Department Name: 12F00:UKAA - Support Services
Work Location: Lexington, KY
Grade Level: 40
Salary Range: $15.30-24.50/hour
Type of Position: Staff
Position Time Status: Full-Time
Required Education:
BA
Required Related Experience:
0 yrs
Required License/Registration/Certification:
Eligible for KY State Athletic Training License. Must obtain by time of hire.
Physical Requirements:
Physical requirements for this position include, but are not limited to: running, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, sitting on the floor getting up and down from the floor, and equipment.
Shift:
Days, Evenings, Weekends
Job Summary:
The University of Kentucky Athletics Department, in conjunction with the College of Health Sciences, is looking for an individual to provide athletic training services to collegiate student athletes participating in Stunt and UK Football while completing courses to earn a graduate certificate in Musculoskeletal Injury Management. This is a two-year fellowship program. This athletic trainer will also work with coaches on implementation of strategies, monitor materials, and provide clerical support to the UK Athletic Department.
Must meet minimum requirements for UK College of Health Sciences Graduate School.
Must be able to comply with all SEC, University and NCAA rules and regulations.
Athletic Certification State Licensure Eligible within 90 days from hire date.
This position will start 7-1-26 and end 6-30-28.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities:
Communication skills, time management, motivated, taking direction from multiple individuals.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No
Preferred Education/Experience:
Deadline to Apply: 05/22/2026
We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.
The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.
Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.
Job Title: Athletic Trainer/Intern
Requisition Number: RE54351
Department Name: 12F00:UKAA - Support Services
Work Location: Lexington, KY
Grade Level: 40
Salary Range: $15.30-24.50/hour
Type of Position: Staff
Position Time Status: Full-Time
Required Education:
BA
Required Related Experience:
0 yrs
Required License/Registration/Certification:
Eligible for KY State Athletic Training License. Must obtain by time of hire.
Physical Requirements:
Physical requirements for this position include, but are not limited to: running, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, sitting on the floor getting up and down from the floor, and equipment.
Shift:
Days, Evenings, Weekends
Job Summary:
The University of Kentucky Athletics Department, in conjunction with the College of Health Sciences, is looking for an individual to provide athletic training services to collegiate student athletes participating in Stunt and UK Football while completing courses to earn a graduate certificate in Musculoskeletal Injury Management. This is a two-year fellowship program. This athletic trainer will also work with coaches on implementation of strategies, monitor materials, and provide clerical support to the UK Athletic Department.
Must meet minimum requirements for UK College of Health Sciences Graduate School.
Must be able to comply with all SEC, University and NCAA rules and regulations.
Athletic Certification State Licensure Eligible within 90 days from hire date.
This position will start 7-1-26 and end 6-30-28.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities:
Communication skills, time management, motivated, taking direction from multiple individuals.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No
Preferred Education/Experience:
Deadline to Apply: 05/22/2026
We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.
The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.
Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.
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Get Access To All JobsAthletic Trainer CPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Does Athletic Trainer CPT count as part-time or full-time, and does it matter?
It depends on your school's curriculum structure and how many hours the position requires. Part-time CPT is 20 hours or fewer per week and does not affect your OPT eligibility. Full-time CPT used for 12 months or more eliminates your OPT entitlement entirely, so confirming the classification with your DSO before accepting any offer is essential.
Can I do CPT at a professional sports team or is it limited to collegiate settings?
CPT is not limited to collegiate settings. Professional teams, outpatient orthopedic clinics, hospital sports medicine departments, and even military or performing arts organizations can serve as CPT sites, provided the work is an integral part of your enrolled coursework and your DSO approves the specific employer and role.
How do I find Athletic Trainer positions where the employer understands CPT authorization?
Migrate Mate lets you filter for employers with documented F-1 hiring history so you're targeting sites already familiar with student work authorization. CAATE-accredited clinical education programs are also a reliable pipeline since those employers have existing agreements with accredited institutions and expect to host student clinicians.
What happens to my CPT authorization if my Athletic Trainer position changes duties or supervisor mid-placement?
Any material change to your CPT placement, including a shift in job duties, supervising certified athletic trainer, or employer location, requires you to return to your DSO for a revised I-20. Continuing work under outdated CPT authorization as if nothing changed creates a status violation, so notify your DSO in writing as soon as any change is confirmed.
Is a BOC certification required before I can start CPT as an Athletic Trainer?
CPT does not require you to hold the Board of Certification credential before you begin. Most CPT placements are completed as part of the supervised clinical hours leading up to BOC eligibility. Your supervising certified athletic trainer carries the professional licensure responsibility during your placement, though some states regulate what student clinicians may perform independently.