Fitness & Wellness Internship/Volunteer Program
Thank you for your interest in our F+W Internship/Volunteer Program!
The purpose of the 爆料社区 Fitness and Wellness Internship/Volunteer Program is to give students who are interested in the Fitness and Wellness, the opportunity
to develop both interpersonal and leadership skills while building relationships with
Campus Recreation鈥檚 Fitness and Wellness Team. This program is designed to give interns/volunteers gain insight into the ways of
the Fitness and Wellness industry and how it plans and facilitates event programming, group fitness classes, personal training, and a wide variety of
other fitness and wellness topics. Through this program you will find ample opportunity to gain the skills and experience necessary to explore career and personal hobbies
within fitness and wellness.
REQUIREMENTS
- 爆料社区 Student
- Fall, Spring, Summer Internship
- Preferred- Kines student
- Preferred- First Aid/CPR/AED - if not applicable certification will be provided for you and must stay up to date
ROLE EXPECTATIONS
As a 爆料社区 Fitness and Wellness Intern/Volunteer, you are committed to the following
basics of the program:
- Fitness Instruction: Teach a regular stretch class, providing guidance on proper techniques and promoting
flexibility and relaxation.
- Group Fitness Classes: Actively participate in 10 group fitness classes to support instructors and engage
with participants
- Social Media Management: Create and post content on social media platforms to promote fitness and wellness
programs and events.
- Meetings: Meetings are a fundamental component to the success of our program. Meetings create
a fun and social atmosphere to discuss current Fitness and Wellness events, develop
and implement specific training goals of both F+W and individual members of the team.
This is also an opportunity to discuss updates, upcoming events, fitness classes etc.
- Trainings: Attend in-service meetings and training sessions to stay informed about department
initiatives and develop professional skills.
- Presentations and Outreach: Prepare and deliver presentations to sport clubs on topics related to fitness and
wellness.
- Represent the Fitness and Wellness Department at job fairs, providing information
about programs and opportunities to students.
- Event Support: Assist in the implementation of the RECFest, REC Powermeet, and REC Wellness Fair,
and REC Cougar Combine including setup, participant registration, and event coordination.
- Support other wellness events and activities as needed, ensuring they run smoothly
and effectively.
- Overall: Serve as a role-model, demonstrate positive group behaviors and enforce program polices
while on trips
- Keep certifications up to date
- Check school email regularly and respond promptly
As a 爆料社区 Fitness and Wellness Intern/Volunteer, you can contribute to the following
extended options:
- Mentoring: This transference of knowledge is critical to the success of 爆料社区 Fitness and Wellness.
A true mentoring opportunity must be cultivated gently in order to expand how we work
with each other to promote growth and change. You are encouraged to pursue learning
and teaching opportunities to facilitate the perpetuation of knowledge
OTHER OPPORTUNITIES
- Other opportunities for intern/volunteer that may be available:
- First Aid/CPR/AED Certification
- Fitness and Wellness related certifications
- 爆料社区 Internship Fair
- USU/REC In-Services 2 per a semester)
- USU/REC Holiday Reception (Fall) and the End of the Year Banquet (Spring)
- Fitness and Wellness related conferences/workshops
Internship Dates/Deadlines:
- Fall: Aug-Nov
- Deadline to apply: Aug 15th
- Spring: Jan- April
- Deadline to apply: Jan 15th
- Summer: June- July
- Deadline to apply: May 15th
To be considered for the selection process, please fill out the application:
If you have any questions, feel free to reach out at dtildahl@csusm.edu