Personal Trainer Intern

WellBiz Brands, Inc.; Avon (CT); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid internship

Hands-on studio experience

Job summary

Fitness Together Franchise, LLC is launching the Personal Trainer Career Accelerator Program (PTCAP) to provide hands-on experience in a professional studio setting before taking on a full PT role. The program unfolds in three phases: observe and learn, assist with studio tasks and client check-ins, then co‑lead programming and movement screens under supervision.

It emphasizes real-world exposure and paid internship components.

Qualifications

• Recently certified/graduated or soon-to-be certified trainers.
• Interest in fitness and a clear path into the industry.
• Willingness to learn through a phased mentorship/internship program.

Responsibilities

• Shadow experienced trainers to learn client interaction and session flow.
• Assist with studio tasks, cleaning, admin, and client check-ins.
• Co-lead programming, warmups, cooldowns, and small session segments under supervision.
• Participate in movement screens and coaching development.

Job description

Personal Trainer Career Accelerator Program (PTCAP)

Launch Your PT Career With Real-world Experience

What is it?

Our PTCAP is a combination mentorship/internship program designed for aspiring personal trainers who want hands‑on experience in a professional studio environment before stepping into a regular training role. This is your opportunity to learn, grow, and test the waters of a personal training career — without the pressure of a major commitment.

Who is it for?

• Recently certified/graduated or soon‑to‑be certified/graduated trainers
• Those struggling to land their first PT role due to lack of experience
• Anyone passionate about fitness who wants a clear path into the industry

How It Works

Phase 1 Observation & Learning (Weeks 1-2)

Shadow experienced trainers, learn client interaction, session flow, and studio operations.

Unpaid your investment in your own career growth

Phase 2 Helping & Contributing (Weeks 3-6)

Assist with studio tasks cleaning, admin, client check‑ins. Begin light session support under supervision.

Paid an hourly administrative rate for contribution time

Phase 3 Hands-On Experience (Weeks 6-12)

Co‑lead programming, warmups, cooldowns, small session segments, assessments and movement screens. Build coaching confidence with guidance.

Review Point (3 months)

We’ll sit down together and decide the next step — moving into a PT role, extending mentorship, or parting ways if it’s not the right fit.

Why Join?

• Gain real‑world experience in a supportive environment
• Build confidence before stepping into a client‑facing role
• Get paid for your contributions while you learn
• A proven pathway into a permanent PT career

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