About the role#
HealthFitness offers internship opportunities for students completing university requirements in corporate, community, and hospital settings. This role provides hands-on experience and exposure to various aspects of the fitness industry. Interns receive supervision and support while completing meaningful tasks related to their field of study.
What you'll do#
- Provide supervision and fitness guidance to facility members.
- Perform fitness evaluations and interpret data to prescribe cardiovascular and strength programs.
- Assist with compiling participation data and completing reports.
- Job shadow a personal trainer and train a client under supervision.
- Teach at least one group exercise class format through team teaching.
- Develop or implement at least one special program or event.
- Contribute to marketing efforts for fitness and wellness services.
- Assist with general day-to-day office duties and attend scheduled meetings.
- Coordinate client site special events and instruct special fitness programs as needed.
What you'll need#
- Status as a Junior or Senior undergraduate or a graduate student.
- Enrollment in a degree program for Kinesiology, Exercise Physiology, Physical Education, Recreation, Health Education, or Health Promotion.
- Current CPR, First Aid, and AED certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
- Ability to communicate and interact effectively with a diverse group of people.
- A Personal Training or Group Exercise certification from ACE, ACSM, AFAA, NSCA, or NASM is a plus.
Location & details#
- Location: Swiftwater, Pennsylvania.
- Terms: Winter 2027 and Summer 2027.
- Modality: On-site.
- Employment: Part-time, paid internship.
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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