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Exercise Specialist | Unpaid Internship

Boulder, CO · On-site

$14.75 - $19.50/hr

Frasier is seeking a motivated and compassionate Exercise Specialist Intern to join our Wellness Center team. This internship offers hands-on experience supporting older adults through safe, engaging ...

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How much do exercise specialist intern jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 11, 2026, the average hourly pay for exercise specialist intern in the United States is $30.18, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.99 and $41.59 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What types of clients and fitness programs will I typically work with as an Exercise Specialist Intern?

As an Exercise Specialist Intern, you will often work with a diverse range of clients, including individuals with varying fitness levels, ages, and health conditions. Your responsibilities may involve assisting with assessments, developing personalized exercise plans, and supporting group fitness sessions under supervision. Interns frequently collaborate with experienced specialists, physical therapists, and other health professionals to ensure safe and effective programming. This exposure helps you gain hands-on experience with different populations and learn how to adapt exercise protocols to meet specific client needs.

What does an Exercise Specialist Intern do?

An Exercise Specialist Intern assists certified exercise specialists and fitness professionals in developing, implementing, and monitoring exercise programs for clients. Their responsibilities may include conducting fitness assessments, demonstrating proper exercise techniques, and providing guidance on safe and effective workouts. Interns often work with diverse populations, including those with chronic conditions or specific fitness goals, under supervision. The role provides valuable hands-on experience and helps interns develop the skills necessary for a career in exercise science or related fields.

What is the difference between Exercise Specialist Intern vs Personal Trainer Intern?

AspectExercise Specialist InternPersonal Trainer Intern
Required CertificationsCPR/AED, basic fitness certifications (e.g., ACE, NASM)CPR/AED, basic fitness certifications (e.g., ACE, NASM)
Work EnvironmentRehabilitation centers, hospitals, fitness facilitiesGyms, fitness clubs, private studios
Employer & Industry UsageHealthcare, clinical, wellness settingsCommercial fitness industry, gyms
Common Search & ComparisonYesYes

Exercise Specialist Interns typically work in healthcare or rehabilitation settings, focusing on injury prevention and recovery, while Personal Trainer Interns usually work in gyms or fitness centers, emphasizing general fitness and training. Both roles require similar certifications and serve different industry segments, but they share overlapping skills and certification requirements.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an Exercise Specialist Intern, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Exercise Specialist Intern, you need foundational knowledge in exercise science, anatomy, and physiology, typically supported by progress toward a degree in kinesiology or a related field. Familiarity with fitness assessment tools, exercise programming software, and CPR/AED certification are commonly required. Strong interpersonal skills, motivation, and effective communication help build rapport with clients and support their fitness goals. These skills ensure safety, effective program delivery, and positive client experiences in a supervised internship environment.
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Job description

Overview

To be part of our organization, every employee should understand and share in the YNHHS Vision, support our Mission, and live our Values. These values - integrity, patient-centered, respect, accountability, and compassion - must guide what we do, as individuals and professionals, every day.
Evaluate, supervise and monitor members of the Healthy Living Center during exercise. Evaluate profiles/intakes and recommends program through the Healthy Living Center services. Develop exercise prescriptions and render exercise programs upon physician referral for apparently healthy and diseased populations. Questions, concerns, and medical decisions regarding treatment must be discussed with HLC nurse clinician, Director and/or medical advisor. Follow up, document and maintain participants' needs.
EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran


Responsibilities
  • 1. Is directly responsible for members of the Healthy Living Center programs and programs it oversees. Responsibilities may include: initial assessment, care plan development and performing exercises and supervising members/patients on proper body position, use of equipment. Conducts patient monitoring. Reports inappropriate response and gives emergency care as per Policy and Procedures. Monitors blood sugars and assists in diagnostic stress test. Educates participants regarding all aspects of exercise (including home exercise.) Documents initial and daily assessment data into patients' record per policy and procedure manual. Performs appropriate documentation for individual programs.
  • 2. Assists Healthy Living Center staff with Healthy Living Center programs.
  • 3. Provides educational programs for participants in area of expertise. Participates in research, in-service education classes, student/intern education and other activities, as directed.
  • 4. Is a member of department committees as assigned and participates in department activities, special events and programs, as directed.
  • 5. Maintains billing records per department's policy and procedure manual.
  • 6. Helps maintain exercise equipment by calibrating and servicing on a regular basis.
  • 7. Maintains professional knowledge base by professional organization membership and regular attendance at in-service programs, workshops, symposia and university classes.
  • 8. The staff member must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the individual served on his or her assigned unit. The member must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the lifespan and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the individual's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each individual's requirements relative to his or her age-specific needs, and to provide the care needed as described in the unit's/area's/department's policies and procedures.
  • 9. Maintains excellent customer service on an on-going basis.

Qualifications

EDUCATION

Bachelor of Science degree in Exercise Science/Exercise Physiology or Mater's preferred 1 year recent relevant experience preferred Certification Requirements: Basic Cardiac Life Support by AHA Advanced cardiac Life Support by AHA Working towards ACSM Exercise Specialist Certification

LICENSURE

Basic Cardiac Life Support by AHA Advanced cardiac Life Support by AHA Working towards ACSM Exercise Specialist Certification

SPECIAL SKILLS

Excellent interpersonal skills, public speaking skills and the ability to practice independently. Computer skills including Meditech, Scheduling, Windows, word processing Twelve (12) months

PHYSICAL DEMAND

Fitness center atmosphere. Moderate physical effort with some bending, stooping, stretching and lifting, standing and walking most of the day.


YNHHS Requisition ID
181053Qualifications:

EDUCATION

Bachelor of Science degree in Exercise Science/Exercise Physiology or Mater's preferred 1 year recent relevant experience preferred Certification Requirements: Basic Cardiac Life Support by AHA Advanced cardiac Life Support by AHA Working towards ACSM Exercise Specialist Certification

LICENSURE

Basic Cardiac Life Support by AHA Advanced cardiac Life Support by AHA Working towards ACSM Exercise Specialist Certification

SPECIAL SKILLS

Excellent interpersonal skills, public speaking skills and the ability to practice independently. Computer skills including Meditech, Scheduling, Windows, word processing Twelve (12) months

PHYSICAL DEMAND

Fitness center atmosphere. Moderate physical effort with some bending, stooping, stretching and lifting, standing and walking most of the day.

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