Exercise Science Intern
Company Overview:
Delta Sport, Fitness, & Nutrition LLC is a thriving and energetic fitness studio dedicated to helping individuals achieve their health and wellness goals. With a vibrant community in the Aurora-Naperville area and a variety of fitness classes and programs, we aim to inspire and motivate people to lead active and fulfilling lives.
Job Overview:
We are seeking a dedicated and passionate Exercise Science Intern to join our team at Delta Sport Fitness & Nutrition, LLC. As an Exercise Science Intern, you will have the opportunity to gain hands-on experience with all populations, working closely with our strength & conditioning coaches, personal trainers and wellness professionals. This internship provides a valuable learning experience for individuals pursuing a degree in exercise science or a related field.
Prerequisites: Current CPR & AED Certification (Must be up-to-date)
Responsibilities: Demonstrate competency in all learning objective over a time frame in accordance with your academic institution
Learning Objectives
Daily Operations of a Boutique Training Studio
- Opening / Closing Procedures
- Cleaning / Hygiene Procedures
- Equipment Maintenance / Client Safety
- Administration / Office Work
Client Intake & Intervention Rx
- Wellness Screening
- Posture & Movement Analysis
- Body Composition Analysis
- Readiness Questionnaire
- Lifestyle Factors (i.e. Nutrition & Recovery)
Programming & Periodization
- Client Needs / Goals / Screening Results
- Training Age / Regressions / Progressions
- Pretest / Retest / Posttest
- Warmup / Workout / Cooldown (i.e. Nervous System Innervation)
Continuing Education
- Interpreting Screening Results
- Movement Pattern Impairments / Referral Network
- Mobility / Stability / Corrective Exercise / Cueing
- Roles of Fascia / Connective Tissue
- Periodization & Training Focus
- Endurance / Hypertrophy / Strength / Power
- Energy Systems / Substrate Utilization
- Speed & Agility / V02 / Lactate Threshold
- Unloading / Tapering / Peaking
Qualifications:
- Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in Exercise Science, Kinesiology, or a related field.
- Passion for promoting health and wellness through exercise.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Basic understanding of anatomy, physiology, and exercise principles.
- Ability to work well in a team and adapt to a dynamic environment.
- CPR and First Aid certification.
Benefits:
- Exposure to real-world applications of exercise science principles.
- Networking opportunities with fitness professionals and industry experts.
- Hands-on experience in fitness program development and client interaction.
- Mentorship and guidance from experienced professionals in the field.
***Start and end dates are flexible***