The East Boston YMCA is looking for college students interested in a career in fitness to become interns in its health and wellness department. Interns must have previous personal training or group exercise experience and certifications necessary to provide members with creative and up-to-date fitness training programs specifically designed to meet members’ needs and goals. Responsibilities include individual or group supervision and encouragement during training sessions, instruction on the proper principles and techniques of strength training, free weight and cardiovascular equipment. Most importantly, applicant must be capable of maintaining a professional image, act as a role model and incorporate character development values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility into the daily operation of the fitness department. Supervisor: Diana Ganz, Senior Fitness Director Available Hours: 12-8pm Monday-Friday (one person doesn't have to take all shifts/ will create a schedule to suit intern) Qualifications: CPR/AED certified, must be ACE or ACSM certified OR be working towards a exercise physiology degree. Targeted Students: Junior/Seniors interested in an internship opportunity that could lead to a full or part-time employment Duration of Internship: One semester (flexible) Position would be unpaid, but stipend may be available.

The YMCA of Greater Boston is dedicated to making individuals, families and communities strong. We are Boston's largest provider of child care. We also provide health and wellness programming, fitness and aquatics programming, teen programming, ESL classes and job training. We are have 16 branches located in the city and in suburban areas. We also offer a hotel, a hostel and transitional housing.

316 Huntington Ave.Metropolitan Offices
02115