About the role#
This internship provides students with professional experience in a corporate fitness center environment. You will gain exposure to various health and wellness operations while completing your university internship requirements at a client site in Chicago, Illinois.
What you'll do#
- Provide supervision and fitness guidance to facility members.
- Perform fitness evaluations, interpret data, and prescribe cardiovascular and strength exercise programs.
- Assist with compiling participation data and completing required reports.
- Coordinate and implement special health and wellness events.
- Contribute to program marketing through newsletters, website promotions, and events.
- Assist staff with daily office operations.
- Attend all scheduled meetings and office hours.
- Gain practical experience by job shadowing personal trainers and teaching group exercise classes.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment as a Junior or Senior undergraduate or a Master's student in Kinesiology, Health Administration, Public Health, Real Estate, or a related field.
- Current CPR, First Aid, and AED certification.
- Strong communication skills to interact effectively with a diverse range of individuals.
- Personal Training or Group Exercise certification is preferred.
Location & details#
- Location: Chicago, Illinois.
- Term: Fall 2026.
- Modality: On-site.
- Status: Full-time and paid internship.
- Sponsorship: Not available.
About HealthFitness
HealthFitness provides fitness and wellness management services for corporate, medical, and community organizations. Founded in 1975, the company operates across 400 sites nationwide. It employs over 3,000 professionals who manage fitness centers, wellness programs, and health education initiatives. The firm is based in Lake Forest, Illinois, and serves more than 180 clients.
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