Employment
Health and Fitness
Brooks, Dye Clay, Flagler, McArthur, St. Augustine, Williams, Winston, and Yates Family YMCAs and YMCA at Shands Jacksonville
Responsibilities:In this internship, the main goal is to learn all aspects of the YMCA’s wellness programming. Duties may include assisting with wellness challenges, personal training sessions and all aspects of the new member consultation process. Orientations include cardio and strength equipment, body comp assessments, test and prescription, etc. Gain knowledge of day to day maintenance of a clean and friendly wellness floor.
Requirements:- Educational Background Needed: Exercise Sciences / Physiology, Health Promotion or related fields. CPR – PR certification.
- Currently is an undergraduate or graduate student in good standing, both academically and otherwise.
- Meet the YMCA’s screening standards including background screening and drug testing.
Intern candidates who agree to participate in YMCA internships assume responsibilities for learning about the nature of the work of the YMCA, its aims, policies and procedures. While actively associated with the YMCA of Florida’s First Coast, he/she agrees to exhibit our core values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility in all aspects of work as an intern with the YMCA and abide by all YMCA policies, rules and procedures. Additionally, the intern agrees to fulfill all assigned tasks to the best of his/her ability, making no significant changes in the established schedule without prior knowledge of the YMCA and partnering organization.
YMCA of Florida’s First Coast Internship Program Guide (PDF)
Contact:
Mail or fax completed YMCA Intern Application, letter of recommendation from professor/faculty member, resume, a letter expressing your interest in the program and a copy of your most recent college transcript to:
ycareers@firstcoastymca.org or
Attn: Internship Program
12735 Gran Bay Parkway West, Suite 250
Jacksonville, FL 32258
