Students in the Saint Louis University Athletic Training Education
Program have a required internship in the summer between their two
professional years in the program. The following blog post details a
student's reflection on their internship experience.
By: Ryan
Vallo (SLU MAT Class of 2013)
My name is
Ryan Vallo and I am a Master of Athletic Training student at Saint Louis
University. This summer, I am
completing an athletic training internship with the St. Louis Rams’
organization. As an athletic training
intern with a professional sports team, there are high expectations and I feel
blessed to receive this opportunity. In
this position, I will assist in preparing the field for daily practices,
prophylactic taping of players before practice, and assisting with
rehabilitation. Most importantly, I see
this as a learning opportunity where I can gain hands on experience at an elite
level where complete healthcare is provided.
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| SLU AT Student Ryan Vallo on the practice field at Rams Park in Earth City, MO. |
The Rams’
currently have four full time certified athletic trainers and a year long
athletic training intern. This gives me
the opportunity to interact with five other professionals in my field and
utilize their knowledge and experiences.
Thus far, I have assisted with two mini camps and a few organized team
activities (OTA). Next week we have our
final veteran and rookie mini camp. I
will be reporting to training camp July 23rd and will continue with the team
through the end of preseason (August 30th).
I look forward to working with and learning from the athletic training
staff of the St. Louis Rams. I hope to
leave a lasting impression on them and represent myself, Saint Louis
University, and the athletic training profession in a positive fashion.
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