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CIGNA Corporation of
Philadelphia is accepting applications for the Two Liberty Place
Fitness Center's Internship program. Internships are offered for the
fall, spring, and summer term. Our state-of-the-art facility offers a
panoramic view of Philadelphia providing exciting opportunities for
undergraduate students in the field of corporate fitness. Experience
will include the following: supervision of participants during exercise
sessions, fitness testing, exercise prescription for healthy and
special populations, exercise class instruction, and special projects.
The 15-week internship requires a 40 hour-per-week commitment, a solid
exercise base, and current CPR certification. Contact
JUDY SIMPSON Contract Manager Healthy Life Fitness Center CIGNA 1601 Chestnut Street TL04D Philadelphia, PA 19192
Phone: 215.761.1093
Fax: 215.761.5572
Email: Judith.Simpson@cigna.com
<Updated May 2010>
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Kraft Foods, Inc., located in Glenview
and Northfield, Illinois; Tarrytown, New York; and East Hanover, New
Jersey has internships available at the Kraft Foods Fitness Center
(managed by Tennis Corporation of America) for undergraduate students
(junior or senior), studying in the areas of exercise science, physical
education, athletic training, or related field. Interns will be
responsible for adhering to fitness center protocols, member
interaction, administering fitness evaluations and
prescriptions/orientations, group exercise presentations, promotional
displays, facility and administrative duties. Current certification in
CPR and First Aid are required.
For more information or to apply contact the appropriate location
below:
Illinois Contact:
Kelly Noonan (847) 646-3391 or
email kelly.noonan@kraft.com
New York Contact:
Diane Lyder (914) 335-6004 or email diane.lyder@kraft.com
New Jersey Contact:
Jennifer Pellecchia (973) 503-4429 or email jennifer.pellecchia@kraft.com
<Updated Jan 2010>
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Verizon Wireless; in Basking Ridge (Headquarters),
Bedminster, Branchburg, Morristown & Warren, New Jersey; Orangeburg, New
York; Cranberry Woods, Warrendale, & Trevose, Pennsylvania; Hanover &
Laurel, Maryland; Charleston, Columbia & Greenville, South Carolina;
Alpharetta, Georgia; Irvine & Ranch Cordova, California; Salt Lake City,
Utah; Wilmington, North Carolina; Huntsville, Alabama; Ashburn, Virginia;
Dublin, Ohio; Murfreesboro, Tennessee; Southfield, Michigan; Lincoln, Nebraska;
Tampa, Florida; Richardson, Texas; Chandler, Arizona; Albuquerque, New Mexico;
provides an exciting and unique internship opportunity for qualified graduate
and undergraduate students in exercise science, corporate wellness, health
promotion, nutrition, recreation and other health related fields. Students will gain experience in sub maximal
fitness evaluations, fitness center supervision, one-on-one training, facility
operations, exercise orientations, floor supervision, assisting with day-to-day
operations, sport psychology, along with muscular strength and endurance,
health risk appraisals and designing and implementing motivational
programs. Applications are being
accepted for Fall, Spring and Summer semesters for a minimum of 6 weeks (25-40
hours per week). Prospective interns
must possess a highly positive attitude, outgoing personality, motivated and
effective communication skills are a must.
Current CPR certification and standard first aid are required. To apply send a cover letter, resume and
course transcripts to Head Coach Mark Monteyne, Verizon Headquarters, 1 Verizon
Way, Basking Ridge, NJ 07920, (908) 559-7198, Fax (908) 559-7777, or Email: mark.monteyne@verizonwireless.com.
<Updated Jul.. 2008>
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Corporate
Fitness & Wellness Center.
Internships
– Stipend Available. We want you on
our team! Pro Health, Inc. is looking for interns for their
corporate fitness centers located in New
Jersey, Massachusetts,
Pennsylvania,
and Rhode
Island. Students should
be pursuing a degree in a fitness related field and hold a current CPR
certification. Interns are accepted throughout the year.
Students should possess a positive attitude, outgoing personality and
be self-motivated. We are an organization who cares about
your professional growth! Interns will be
trained in all aspects of facility operations and
have an opportunity to experience customer service, fitness
assessments, fitness orientations, supervision of exercise
participants, incentive program development, exercise class leadership,
wellness programming, and much more! Please send resume and cover
letter Penny Steen, Internship Coordinator, by email to Fitness_Center@GTECH.com.
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L&T Health and Fitness (L&T)
has been providing health, fitness and wellness management services to
organizations across the country since 1984. Located in metropolitan Washington, DC, L&T manages
corporate and government fitness facilities from Maine to Georgia, including midwest sites in Pennsylvania, Ohio and Illinois.
L&T offers undergraduate and graduate paid internships to
students requiring internships for course credit. An L&T intern
gains practical "hands-on" experience in: health/fitness management,
health promotion, equipment maintenance, exercise testing and
consultation, risk intervention, group exercise instruction and other
special programs. For additional information and application procedures
contact: Internship Coordinator, L&T Health and Fitness, 7309 Arlington
Blvd., Suite 202, Falls
Church, VA
22042.
You can also contact us through our intern hotline at (703) 204-1355
Ext. 45 or Email: r.cooper@ltwell.com.
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Corporate Fitness Works, Inc.
is a woman-owned business with 50+ years of combined work
experience in the field of health and fitness
management/programming. Corporate Fitness Works is a
full-service organization providing for the health, fitness, and
recreational needs of business and industry. Based on contractual
agreements, Corporate Fitness Works manages and operates on-site
wellness and fitness facilities for corporations, government agencies,
retirement communities and office park developers in Florida, Illinois,
Kansas, Kentucky, Maryland, Missouri, Pennsylvania, Virginia,
Massachusetts, Washington D.C. and Wisconsin. Corporate Fitness Works offers internships to
Junior and Senior students majoring in Exercise Science, Health
Education or other related degrees. A limited number of
stipends are awarded in each of our regions. Please email hr@corporatefitnessworks.com for an application and more detailed
information..
<Updated
Feb.. 2007>
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MidAtlantic
Corporate Health, a division
of Pioneer Health Group, LLC, is a corporate fitness management and
wellness
company that specializes in fitness center design, development, and
management,
in addition to a full array of health promotion/wellness services. We
offer
internship opportunities at many of our facilities in the Baltimore and
Washington
D.C.
metropolitan areas and we customize each experience based on the length
of the
internship and the goals of each intern. Our program offers experience
and
training in many aspects of fitness including fitness assessments,
exercise
prescription and programming, fitness and wellness promotion,
administration
and management, with the option to focus on a particular area of
interest based
on your individual goals. We are looking for individuals who are
friendly and
outgoing, customer service oriented, highly motivated, and want to
pursue a
career in the fitness arena. In order to be eligible for an internship
with
MidAtlantic, you must currently be pursuing a degree in fitness or a
similar
health-related field, of Junior or Senior status, hold current CPR and
First
Aid certifications, and be able to work a minimum of 120 hours over the
course
of the internship (comprised of a minimum of 20 hours/week and over a
minimum
of 6 weeks). We offer a stipend based on the length of the internship.
Interested and qualified individuals should visit our website at www.pioneerhealthgroup.com
to
download an application and learn more about our company. For further information
you can contact Becky
Magnani at b.magnani@pioneerhealthgroup.com. We also have a sister
company MountainWest
Corporate Health that provides corporate health management in the Colorado
region.
<Updated
October 2007>
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The Hershey Company in
Hershey, Pennsylvania,
is offering a 12-16 week internships to students enrolled in Exercise Science,
Exercise Physiology, Health or Physical Education, Recreation, Sport Science,
or any other related degree program who are interested in gaining valuable
experience working in a corporate fitness and wellness environment. This is a
full-time position requiring 35-40 hours per week. The Hershey Company has two
fitness Centers in Hershey, the larger of which has an indoor track, gymnasium,
indoor pool, cardio room, weight training room and an aerobics room. Interns
will gain experience assisting with the development and implementation of
fitness and wellness programs, conducting fitness assessments, working with individuals
on personal fitness programs, organizing special programs, and developing and designing
promotional materials. Interns will gain a better understanding of corporate wellness.
Must have great communication skills and be motivated to learn. This position is separate from Hershey’s paid
Internship program; however, at the conclusion of the internship, a stipend
will be paid to the intern. Applications for spring 2009 semester starting in January
will be accepted through Nov. 14, 2008. Applications for the summer 2009
semester will be accepted through April 14th, 2009. All applicants
must apply through the following site: https://jobs-hersheys.icims.com/jobs/3949/job
. Applications will not be accepted from any other source.
<Updated Jul.. 2008>
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Medical/Hospital/Clinical(2)
Fitness
Internship at the Duke Diet and Fitness Center
The
12-week fitness internship at the Duke University Diet & Fitness
Center (DFC) provides undergraduate/graduate students with a
well-rounded educational and practical experience at one of the
world’s only multi-disciplinary lifestyle enhancement and
residential obesity treatment programs. The DFC program is
multidimensional including components of Fitness, Nutrition, Health
Psychology, Medical, and Lifestyle Coaching. Interns will have the
unique opportunity to experience the DFC in its entirety while
primarily focusing on the Fitness component. The DFC is affiliated with
Duke Medical Center, the southeast’s leading medical center.
Opportunities include, but are not limited to, exercise prescription
and monitoring, exercise heart rate and blood pressure monitoring,
group exercise instruction, developing educational brochures for
clients, client evening activity organization and implementation, and a
special project. Additionally, interns will have the opportunity to
observe fitness assessments, educational lectures, surgical
procedure(s), assist in body composition assessments, assist in the DFC
research efforts, complete case studies on the DFC clientele, and
complete article reviews on relevant fitness topics. Housing and two
meals per day are provided.
Potential interns must write a letter of application, send a resume,
official college transcripts, and two letters of reference to the Duke
DFC. The application letter should include: session applying for,
reason for application, strengths, anticipated contributions to the DFC
program, previous experience, type of internship you anticipate, and
any other information or ideas you feel are necessary. In addition
applicants are expected to write a one page essay on your views and
ideas relating to functional exercise training. This essay should
include why functional exercise training may be important for
overweight populations and how you would implement this type of
program.
All materials are to be received on or before the date listed below:
Summer Session: March 1st
Fall Session: June 1st
Spring Session: October 1st
For application information contact:
Michelle L Mosberger, MS
Exercise Physiologist
Internship Coordinator
Duke University Diet & Fitness Center
501 Douglas Street in Durham, NC 27705
Phone: (919) 684-2891
Fax: (919) 668-4865
michelle.mosberger@duke.edu
<Updated Oct. 2008>
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The
Frankford Hospital Wellness/Nutrition Centers in Philadelphia,
PA,
is offering internships to students or recent graduates in hospital
wellness and nutrition programs to prepare them for possible employment
in the field. The internship program is designed to be mutually
rewarding to both Frankford Hospital Wellness Program members and
interns. The intern will be given responsibilities similar to other
health professionals in the Wellness/Nutrition Department. Students
will have the opportunity to rotate in each specific area of the
department and will spend 2-3 weeks with the following professionals to
learn about the following positions: Wellness/Nutrition Director,
Wellness Assistant, Wellness Aide, Exercise Physiologist, Exercise
Physiologist/Cardiac Rehab, Dietitians, Physician Referral Counselor,
Aerobic Coordinator, Nurses/ObGyn. Twice during the
internship the intern will be asked to submit a written report, or a
case study of a particular patient, or summarize their experiences
regarding their role and participation as an intern with Frankford
Hospital,
and will be evaluated throughout the course of the program. Length of
the internship is 12 weeks and is offered in May, September, and
January. Interested students should contact: James Anthony Bryce,
Student Internship Coordinator, Frankford
Hospital,
Knights and Red Lions Roads, Philadelphia, PA 19114,
(215) 831-2155.
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Private Club(5)
Explosive Performance (EP)
is one of the leading sport specific training providers in the nation,
we currently have 5 training facilities and are looking forward to
further expansion in the near future. Established in 1997, EP has grown
from training a few hundred athletes per year to training over 3,000
athletes per year. Specializing in first step and reaction training, EP
includes professional performance staff with degrees in the field of
Exercise Science and certifications from nationally recognized
organizations that certify trainers to train athletes. EP provides
elite athletic training for youth, high school, college, and pro
athletes. The program includes speed, agility, quickness, strength,
vertical jump, flexibility training, and overall anaerobic
conditioning. New programs such as Adult EP, EP Jump, and EP Coaches
clinics are rapidly growing. EP's Internship Program runs 12-15 weeks
beginning in January, May, and September. Responsibilities include but
are not limited to: Testing and Evaluation, Program Design, Personal
Training, Team Training, Staff Training, Office Management, Marketing,
Promotion and Lecturing. An internship project is mandatory. EP
provides two paid internship positions each session, a free membership
to 29 Health Clubs and hands on experience in the field of sport
specific athlete training. Please send cover letter, resume, and
transcripts or coursework to Kevin Boyle, Director, Explosive
Performance, 13037 Worldgate Drive, Herndon, VA 20170 or to
kboyle@sportandhealth.com or call 703-297-9266. For more information on EP visit sportandhealth.com/EP.
<Updated Oct. 2009>
True Athlete Performance (TrueAP) is
one of the leading sport specific training providers in the nation, we
currently have 2 training facilities and are looking forward to further
expansion in the near future. Established by Rob Rose, Kris
Johnson, Matt Diener and Aaron Smith, TrueAP and its staff has been
training top level athletes since 1995. TrueAP is one of the
leading performance training companies for first step and reaction
training, Rob Rose has developed a professional performance staff with
degrees in the field of Exercise Science and certifications from
nationally recognized organizations that certify trainers to train
athletes. TrueAP provides elite athletic training for youth, high
school, college, and pro athletes. TrueAp Internship Program runs 12-15 weeks beginning in January, May, and September.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Testing and
Evaluation, Program Design, Personal Training, Team Training, Staff
Training, Office Management, Marketing, Promotion and Lecturing.
An internship project is recommended.
ALL TrueAP Internships are PAID! Each intern will also recieve a
free membership to our health clubs and facilities. Each intern
will have the ability to work with our other companies, True Fitness
Training (TrueFT.com), SSC Fitness Management and SSC Clinics
(Sportspecificconsulting.com) Please send cover letter, resume, and
transcripts or coursework to Kris Johnson, Vice President, True Athlete
Performance, PO Box 1413, Ashburn, VA 20146 or to
kjohnson@trueap.com or call 703-996-3500 or 703-477-4483. For
more information on TrueAP visit www.TrueAP.com.
<Updated Feb. 2010>
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The Sport & Health Company operates
26 health clubs throughout the Washington,
D.C.
metropolitan area (including D.C., Maryland
and Virginia
locations). All are full service facilities featuring extensive fitness
centers and aerobics programs as well as many other amenities. Sport
& Health provides an exciting, dynamic environment in which to
learn many aspects expected in the following areas: fitness
evaluations, exercise program design, promotional fitness programming, programs for special populations,
water fitness programs and much more. All internships are individually
designed, and may vary in scope and length, to meet the specific needs
of each student intern. For more information, contact the corporate
fitness department at The Sport & Health Company, Corporate
Fitness Dept., 1800 Old Meadow Rd.
Unit H, McLean,
VA 22102,
(703) 556-6556, Email: mlander@shcorp.com.
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One To One Fitness Centers are
located in Northern Virginia and Washington, DC. Their
commercial fitness facilities specialize in one on
one personal training. All staff members have either a
B.S. or M.S. degree in the exercise science field as well as various
certifications. Interns will be given extensive instruction in both the
art and science of personal training. The parameters of an individual's
internship will be established based on his/her needs and availability
within the company. To apply call Doug Vasiliadis
(703) 848-0881. A personal interview will be required.
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Old Town Sport & Health located
in Old Town Alexandria, Virginia, seeks college juniors and seniors in
the Exercise & Health Science field to participate in an
internship program at our exclusive health and fitness club. Knowledge
and some experience with fitness testing, strength training methods,
and program development preferred. Customer service skills and CPR
certification a plus. Easy access to the Washington D.C. Metro Line and
flexible hours. A stipend is available. For more information contact
Katie Kaiser, Old Town Sport & Health, 209 Madison St.,
Old Town Alexandria, VA 22314, (703) 548-6822, Fax (703) 548-7219.
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Non-Profit(2)
AARP. AARP has intern positions
available for the Fall, Spring, and Summer semesters for qualified
undergraduate and graduate students in the exercise science, exercise
physiology, wellness/health promotion, or other related fields. Student
interns will be situated in the Health team and will be responsible for
working with the Association's employee health promotion program.
Students must demonstrate effective communication skills, have good computer
skills, a positive image of health and fitness, and the ability to work
independently. This is an excellent opportunity. Applicants should
submit a cover letter, resume, 2 letters of reference, and curriculum.
AARP is a nonprofit, nonpartisan membership organization for people 50
and over. We provide information and resources; advocate on
legislative, consumer, and legal issues; assist members to serve their
communities; and offer a wide range of unique benefits, special
products, and services for our members. These benefits include AARP Webplace at www.aarp.org, AARP
Modern Maturity, and My Generation magazines, the monthly AARP
Bulletin, and a Spanish-language newspaper, Segunda
Juventud. Active in every state, the District
of Columbia, Puerto
Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands, AARP celebrates
the attitude that age is just a number and life is what you make it.
For more information, please contact: Margaret Hawkins, Campaign
Manager, Health, AARP, 601 E Street,
NW, Washington,
DC 20049,
202-434-2201, mhawkins@aarp.org.
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Special Olympics North Carolina
offers a variety of internship opportunities for the student who is
interested in enhancing their academic experience with real-world
experience in their field of interest. Our goal is to create a mutually
beneficial relationship between the intern and Special Olympics North
Carolina. We achieve this goal by providing the intern with meaningful
and challenging projects that further develop their skills while
meeting our organization's need to accomplish worthwhile objectives.
Special Olympics North Carolina offers internships in the following
departments: Communications/Public Relations, Sports Programming, and
Development/Special Events. Interns at Special Olympics North Carolina
are unpaid. If interested, contact Pat Linthicum at Special Olympics North Carolina,
P.O.
Box 25968, Raleigh,
NC 27611,
(919) 719-7662 ext 116, Fax (919) 719-7663, Email: plinthicum@sonc.net.
Visit our website at www.sonc.net.
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