Postdoctoral Residency in Sport & Performance Psychology Job at Premier Sport Psychology, Minneapolis, MN

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  • Premier Sport Psychology
  • Minneapolis, MN

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Salary:

Postdoctoral Residency/Fellowship in Sport & Performance Psychology (20262028)

Premier Sport Psychology is pleased to offer a full-time, two-year Postdoctoral Residency/Fellowship for the 20262028 academic years. The fellowship begins in summer 2026, with a flexible start window between June and August.

This program is designed for emerging professionals pursuing licensure as psychologists who are passionate about the intersection of mental health, performance, leadership, and athletic excellence. Fellows gain advanced applied experience providing clinical and mental performance services, consulting alongside senior client leads, and receiving supervision from providers actively working with teams and organizations at the highest levels of sport. Candidates selected for this role may work with clients across all competitive levels.

As part of Premiers multidisciplinary sport psychology team, fellows collaborate with licensed psychologists, athletic counselors, Certified Mental Performance Consultants (CMPCs), and industrial-organizational psychology professionals in a dynamic, team-based environment focused on whole-person well-being and performance optimization.

Candidates should be highly motivated doctoral graduates of APA-accredited counseling or clinical psychology programs who have completed an APA-accredited doctoral internship. Premier Sport Psychology seeks applicants with demonstrated experience serving individuals from diverse backgrounds and strong skills in counseling, intake assessment, documentation, and treatment planning. Applicants with experience or interest in working directly with teams, coaches, parents, and support staffespecially within youth and collegiate athleticsare strongly encouraged to apply.

Required Qualifications:

  • Ph.D. or Psy.D. in Clinical/Counseling psychology (from an accredited institution)
  • Completion of an APA-accredited internship
  • Experience working with student-athletes or performers
  • Strong clinical, communication, and presentation/public speaking skills
  • Commitment to culturally responsive practice across diverse populations
  • Self-motivated, collaborative, and professional
  • Completion of dissertation prior to start date
  • Adherence to APA ethics and Minnesota Board of Psychology guidelines
  • Strong skills in timely and high-quality documentation practices

Preferred Qualifications:

  • CMPC certification (or eligibility) through AASP
  • Experience working with athletes of all ages and sports
  • Public speaking and workshop facilitation experience
  • Training in performance or mental skills development
  • Specific training in substance use, pediatric anxiety, eating disorders, trauma and/or other evidence-based therapies for self-harm

Compensation & Benefits

  • Competitive salary, commensurate with education and experience
  • 401(k) with employer match (after one year)
  • Health, long-term disability and professional liability insurance coverage
  • Health savings account
  • Paid parental leave and paid time off
  • Professional development funds and continuing education time
  • Regular in-house educational opportunities, access to a large library of sport psychology resources/content and collaboration with a team of 15+ consultants.

Why Premier Sport Psychology

Premier Sport Psychology is a national leader in the integration of clinical psychology, performance psychology, and organizational consulting. Our team partners with elite athletes, teams, and performance organizations (including Power Four collegiate programs, and the NFL, NBA, WNBA, MLB, NWSL, and Olympic organizations). while maintaining a deep commitment to the development of emerging professionals. Fellows join a collaborative, research-informed environment that values innovation, growth, and excellence in both human well-being and performance.

How to Apply

Submit by January 11, 2026:

  • Completed Premier Sport Psychology Employment Application
  • Cover letter describing your interest and fit
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Three letters of recommendation

For questions, please contact Ali Jonswold at ajonswold@premiersportpsychology.com

Join a team thats helping athletes and each other perform at their best.

Job Tags

Full time, Summer work, Internship, Flexible hours,

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