Fitness Intern

Coconut Creek Internship Program

The purpose of the Coconut Creek Internship Program is to strengthen relationships between educators and the City of Coconut Creek while assisting students in applying classroom theory in a work environment. The Intern can expect to be assigned duties and responsibilities that are comparable to those performed by full-time, Fitness Specialist employees. Interns will be able to visit and work within all areas of service that the department offers in the Fitness area. Work is performed under close supervision of the Supervisor, Senior Fitness Specialist and Fitness Specialist(s). Must be available to work morning/afternoon/evenings (Monday -Friday), Saturdays, Sundays, holidays, and special events. Days/hours are subject to change. Shifts will give the student a well-rounded view of all areas which constitute the Fitness Division. Major scheduling emphasis will be placed in the area that most closely parallels the professional goals of the student. Pay rate: $15.00/hour. Copy of current transcript MUST be included with application in order to verify class standing.

Essential duties and responsibilities include overseeing, planning and implementing fitness and wellness incentive programs, health fairs, and all other health and wellness programs; designing fitness programs; performing fitness assessments for new members and follow-up assessments as necessary; providing direction and assistance to users of the fitness facility; serving as a personal trainer as needed; conducting fitness classes, wellness lectures, and special events; assisting in the operation of a physical fitness facility, and the development of fitness and wellness activities; assisting in all phases of marketing fitness programs and distribution of printed materials; performing everyday maintenance tasks within the fitness area; and performing other related duties as assigned and/or required.

Qualifications include being 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 academic course load; having a valid Florida driver's license; having current cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and AED certifications (or be able to obtain them before 1st day of employment); maintaining an active status as student throughout internship; having an overall GPA of at least 2.5; being in good academic standing; attaching current official or unofficial transcript to be included with online application; and submitting a resume and cover letter to be included with online application.

Physical requirements involve the periodic performance of moderately physically demanding work, usually involving lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of moderately heavy objects and materials (up to 50 pounds). Tasks that require moving objects of significant weight require the assistance of another person and/or use of proper techniques and moving equipment. Tasks may involve some climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling. Tasks may involve extended periods of time standing. Environmental requirements tasks are regularly performed inside without potential for exposure to adverse conditions. Sensory requirements some tasks require manual dexterity, in addition to visual and hearing acuity. Applicant selected for hire must successfully pass physical drug testing and background check. Equal Employment Opportunity is the law. Employee Rights Under FMLA. Employee Polygraph Protection Act.