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HCA HealthONE Rose

Clinical Nutrition Manager

Denver, CO · On-site

$80K - $120K/yr

As a(an) Clinical Nutrition Manager with HCA HealthONE Rose you can be a part of an organization ... Trains and mentors' new staff and/or dietetic interns to ensure consistent training of staff on ...

HCA Healthcare

Clinical Nutrition Manager

Lone Tree, CO · On-site

$80K - $120K/yr

As a(an) Clinical Nutrition Manager with HCA HealthONE Rose you can be a part of an organization ... Trains and mentors' new staff and/or dietetic interns to ensure consistent training of staff on ...

Shalom Park

Internship (Unpaid)

Aurora, CO · On-site

Shalom Park provides internships including but not limited too Therapeutic Recreation, Social Work, Music Therapy, and Nutrition. Each intern is supervised by a fully credentialed staff member who ...

Shalom Park

Internship (Unpaid)

Aurora, CO · On-site

Shalom Park provides internships including but not limited too Therapeutic Recreation, Social Work, Music Therapy, and Nutrition. Each intern is supervised by a fully credentialed staff member who ...

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What are nutrition internships?

Nutrition internships are structured, supervised work experiences designed for students or recent graduates interested in the field of nutrition and dietetics. These internships provide hands-on training in various settings, such as hospitals, community centers, schools, or food service organizations. Interns gain practical skills by working alongside registered dietitians and other nutrition professionals, applying classroom knowledge to real-world situations. Completing an accredited nutrition internship is often a required step toward becoming a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN).

What types of projects or responsibilities can I expect during a nutrition internship?

During a nutrition internship, you can expect to engage in a variety of hands-on projects such as assisting with menu planning, conducting nutrition assessments, supporting community education programs, and helping to develop wellness materials. Interns often work alongside registered dietitians and nutritionists, gaining exposure to clinical, community, or food service environments depending on the setting. These experiences are designed to build practical skills, enhance your understanding of nutrition science, and prepare you for future certification or job opportunities in the field.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in nutrition internships, and why are they important?

To thrive in Nutrition Internships, you need foundational knowledge in nutrition science, dietetics, and health promotion, typically supported by coursework in nutrition or related fields. Familiarity with dietary analysis software, food service management systems, and basic research tools is often required. Strong communication, teamwork, and organizational skills help interns effectively interact with clients and support registered dietitians. These skills are crucial for applying academic knowledge in real-world settings, building professional competence, and supporting positive health outcomes.

What is the difference between Nutrition Internships vs Nutrition Assistant?

AspectNutrition InternshipsNutrition Assistant
Required CredentialsTypically students or recent graduates pursuing nutrition or dietetics degreesOften requires certification or relevant experience in nutrition or healthcare
Work EnvironmentEducational settings, clinics, community programs, or research projectsHospitals, clinics, healthcare facilities, or community health centers
Employer & Industry UsageEducational institutions, non-profits, research organizationsHealthcare providers, hospitals, clinics
Common Search & Comparison IntentLearning opportunities, entry-level roles, internshipsSupport roles, entry-level healthcare positions

Nutrition Internships are primarily educational opportunities for students or recent graduates to gain practical experience in nutrition. Nutrition Assistants are support staff working in healthcare settings, often requiring some certification or experience. While both roles serve entry-level or support functions in the nutrition field, internships focus on learning, whereas assistant roles involve assisting professionals in clinical or community environments.

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Adjunct Hiring Pool - Kinesiology, Nutrition, and Dietetics

University of Northern Colorado

Greeley, CO • On-site

$15 - $20.25/hr

Part-time

Re-posted 20 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Teach undergraduate or graduate classes in the Kinesiology, Nutrition, and Dietetics programs as needed.

  • Participate in the department's hiring pool and be available for semester-based teaching assignments.

  • Provide instruction on topics within program areas such as dietetics, physical education, physical activity leadership, nutrition, human performance, exercise science, sports coaching, sport administration, and athletic training.

Job description

This is an open pool posting and applicants will be contacted only if a suitable position becomes available. Pool may be used to fill vacancies for the Fall 2026 - Summer 2027.

This pool expires 05/31/2027. Applicants wishing to remain in this pool past 05/31/2027, must reapply at that time.

Position Summary:

The Department of Kinesiology, Nutrition, and Dietetics (KiND) at the University of Northern Colorado invites
applications for part-time faculty positions as we build our capacity to offer quality instruction on various topics
within several program areas: dietetics, physical education, physical activity leadership, nutrition, human performance,
exercise science, sports coaching, sport administration, and athletic training. Positions are part-time faculty to teach
undergraduate or graduate classes in the Kinesiology, Nutrition, and Dietetics programs.

Courses in Kinesiology focus on various topics within several program areas including but not limited to physical
education, physical activity leadership, exercise science, sports coaching, sport administration, and athletic training.

Courses in Nutrition and Dietetics are part of an undergraduate accredited Didactic Program in Dietetics (BS
Dietetics), a BS Nutrition degree program, and a MS Dietetics graduate program.

These positions are filled semester by semester based on the needs of the different programs.

Minimum Qualifications:

For teaching bachelor's degree classes in Kinesiology: master's degree in Kinesiology, Exercise Science, Physical
Education, Sport Administration, or closely related field. For applicants without a master's degree, tested experience
must be met (see below).

For teaching bachelor's degree classes in Nutrition and Dietetics: master's degree in foods, nutrition, dietetics, or
related area and a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist credential plus two years of related experience not including a
dietetic internship.

To qualify through tested experience for instruction of bachelor's degree classes in Physical Education or Sports
Coaching, a faculty candidate who does not hold an appropriate master's degree must have:
Bachelor's degree in Physical Education/Sports Coaching or related field (e.g., Exercise Science, Kinesiology,
Education) and possess experience and documentation in some of the following areas:

1. holds national board certification or passed appropriate pedagogical and/or content assessment and/ or
    holds a state teaching license in physical education.
2. has been a K-12 school leader with a minimum of 3 years leading the program relevant to the UNC
            courses to be taught.
3. publication(s) in primary literature of the discipline or closely related field.
4. honors, awards, or special recognition related to the discipline or a closely related field.
5. recognition of competency by professionals within the discipline or a closely related field, such as leading
            professional workshops, professional organization work beyond active membership, and/or professional
            development activity.

For teaching master's degree classes in Kinesiology: doctoral degree in Sport and Exercise Science, Kinesiology,
Physical Education, Sport Administration or closely related field. For applicants without a doctoral degree, tested
experience must be met (see below).

For teaching master's degree classes in Nutrition and Dietetics: Doctoral degree in foods, nutrition, dietetics or related
area and a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist credential. For applicants without a doctoral degree, tested experience
must be met (see below).

To qualify through tested experience for instruction of master's degree classes, a faculty candidate who does not hold
an appropriate doctoral degree must have the following for each discipline.

Athletic Training:

1. Master's degree in athletic training or related field (e.g., Exercise Science, Kinesiology, Biomechanics)
2. Certified Athletic Trainer (BOC) credential
3. 2 years of Athletic Training experience, which does not include time spent in an Athletic Training internship.

Nutrition and Dietetics:

1. Master's Degree in Foods, Nutrition and/or Dietetics or related field (e.g. health,
            medicine, psychology, education, business, public health)
2. Registered Dietitian Nutrition Credential
3. 2 years of related experience which does not include dietetic internship (e.g. nutrition,
            health/wellness, food technology, research, management, medicine, public health)

Exercise Science:

1. Master's degree in Exercise Science or related field (e.g., Kinesiology, Exercise Physiology, Biomechanics, Sport
    and/or Exercise Sociology/Psychology).
2. 2 years of related experience, which does not include time spent in an internship (e.g., fitness setting, physical rehab
    setting, sport performance)

Sport Administration:

1. Master's degree in Sport Administration/Sport Management or related field (e.g., Communication, Business,
    Economics).
2. 2 years of related experience, which does not include time spent in an internship (e.g., collegiate sports,
            professional sports, recreational sports industry).

Physical Education and Sports Coaching:

Master's degree in Sport Pedagogy/Physical Education/Sports Coaching or related field (e.g., Exercise Science,
Kinesiology, Education) and possess experience and documentation in some of the following areas:

1. holds national board certification or passed appropriate pedagogical and/or content assessment and/ or holds a
    state teaching license in physical education.
2. has been a K-12 school leader with a minimum of 3 years leading the program relevant to the UNC courses to be
            taught.
3. publication(s) in primary literature of the discipline or closely related field.
4. honors, awards, or special recognition related to the discipline or a closely related field.
5. recognition of competency by professionals within the discipline or a closely related field, such as leading
    professional workshops, professional organization work beyond active membership, and/or professional development activity.

Preferred Qualifications:

Teaching experience at the university level

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