About the role#
This internship provides hands-on experience at a corporate fitness center in Kingsport, Tennessee. You will gain exposure to various health and wellness operations while completing your university internship requirements. This is a full-time, paid position available for the Winter 2027 or Summer 2027 terms.
What you'll do#
- Provide supervision and fitness guidance to facility members.
- Perform fitness evaluations and interpret data to prescribe exercise programs.
- Assist with compiling participation data and reports.
- Develop or implement at least one special program or event.
- Shadow a personal trainer and train a client under supervision.
- Teach at least one group exercise class.
- Contribute to marketing efforts for fitness and wellness programs.
- Assist with the coordination of site-specific health events.
- Instruct special fitness programs as needed.
- Support staff with daily office duties and attend scheduled meetings.
What you'll need#
- Junior or Senior status in a Bachelor's or Master's program.
- Degree focus in Physical Education, Exercise Physiology, Kinesiology, Recreation, Health Education, Health Promotion, or a related field.
- Current CPR, First Aid, and AED certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
- Strong communication skills to interact with a diverse group of individuals.
- A Personal Training or Group Exercise certification from ACE, ACSM, AFAA, NSCA, or NASM is a plus.
Location & details#
- Location: Kingsport, Tennessee.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Employment Type: Full-time.
- This position is paid.
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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