About the role#
This internship provides students with hands-on experience at a corporate fitness center in Indianapolis. You will gain exposure to the daily operations of a professional wellness facility while completing your university internship requirements.
What you'll do#
- Provide fitness and wellness guidance to facility members.
- Perform fitness evaluations and create exercise programs for clients.
- Develop and run special programs or events for the facility.
- Help market fitness services through newsletters, web updates, and on-site events.
- Assist with the coordination of health and wellness programming.
- Teach at least one group exercise class format.
- Shadow personal trainers and assist with general office duties.
What you'll need#
- You must be a Junior or Senior undergraduate or a Master's student in Kinesiology, Health Administration, Public Health, Real Estate, or a related field.
- Current CPR, First Aid, and AED certifications are required by the start date.
- Strong communication skills to interact with a diverse range of individuals.
- A Personal Training or Group Exercise certification is preferred but not required.
Location & details#
- Location: Indianapolis, Indiana.
- Term: Fall 2026.
- Modality: This is an on-site, full-time, paid internship.
About HealthFitness
HealthFitness provides fitness and wellness management services for corporate, medical, and community organizations. Founded in 1975, the company operates across 400 sites nationwide. It employs over 3,000 professionals who manage fitness centers, wellness programs, and health education initiatives. The firm is based in Lake Forest, Illinois, and serves more than 180 clients.
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