Ryan Lochte has those closest to him in his corner as he takes on a new career venture.

The six-time Olympic gold medalist announced he has joined the Missouri State swim program’s coaching staff to serve as an assistant to head coach Dave Collins.

Lochte’s girlfriend, Molly Gillihan , showed her support on his Instagram post.

Ryan Lochte with girlfriend Molly Gillihan. Instagram @mollygilli

“Love you. I am beyond, beyond proud of you. This is what you were made to do!!! Congrats my lovie!” Gillihan wrote.

Lochte, 41, will begin his new position later this summer after his contract is officially approved by Missouri State’s board of governors in June.

According to Front Office Sports, Lochte’s contract is for $30,000 a year plus potential bonuses, with the value breaking down to $34.10 an hour, which falls in line with what swim team assistants Anna Miller and Lee Smothers have made.

Lochte and Gillihan created a blended family at the start of this year, each bringing in three kids from a previous…