Fitness Intern: Programs, Training & Wellness

City of Coconut Creek; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 18,000 - 23,000; Part time

Job summary

The City of Coconut Creek is offering a Fitness Internship Program designed to connect educators with city fitness initiatives. Interns will gain exposure to multiple areas of the Fitness Division, performing tasks under close supervision and contributing to wellness programs and events.

Candidates must be enrolled in a degree program, have a 2.5+ GPA, hold a Florida driver’s license, and provide transcripts, a resume, and a cover letter as part of the online application.

Qualifications

• Eligible to work in the United States.
• Enrolled as a degree-seeking student by an accredited local college or technical school carrying at least a half-time course load.
• Must have a valid Florida driver's license.
• Must have CPR and AED certifications (or be able to obtain them before 1st day of employment).
• Must maintain an active status as student throughout internship.
• Must have an overall GPA of at least 2.5.
• Must be in good academic standing.
• Must attach current official or unofficial transcript to be included with online application.
• Must submit a resume and cover letter to be included with online application.

Responsibilities

• Oversees, plans and implements fitness and wellness incentive programs, health fairs, and all other health and wellness programs
• Designs fitness programs
• Performs fitness assessments for new members and performs follow-up assessments as necessary
• Provides direction and assistance to users of the fitness facility
• Serves as a personal trainer as needed
• Conducts fitness classes, wellness lectures, and special events
• Assists in the operation of a physical fitness facility, and the development of fitness and wellness activities
• Assists in all phases of marketing fitness programs and distribution of printed materials
• Performs everyday maintenance tasks within the fitness area
• Performs other related duties as assigned and/or required

Skills

CPR & AED certifications

Education

Enrolled as degree-seeking student

GPA 2.5 or higher

Good academic standing

Job description

The City of Coconut Creek is offering a Fitness Internship Program designed to connect educators with city fitness initiatives. Interns will gain exposure to multiple areas of the Fitness Division, performing tasks under close supervision and contributing to wellness programs and events.

Candidates must be enrolled in a degree program, have a 2.5+ GPA, hold a Florida driver’s license, and provide transcripts, a resume, and a cover letter as part of the online application.