Fitness Internship – Future Trainer Development Program Fitness Together Lynnfield

Program Overview

The Personal Trainer Career Accelerator Program is a structured, mentorship-driven experience for individuals preparing to enter the professional field of personal training. Interns work in a private, one-on-one training environment, alongside experienced coaches, to develop essential skills in movement assessment, program design, client communication, and behavior-based coaching.

Responsibilities

• Shadow experienced trainers during personal training sessions
• Absorb session flow, including warm-ups and basic coaching support
• Under supervision, practice movement assessments
• Engage in role-play scenarios to develop communication and client engagement skills
• Complete structured weekly assignments focusing on program design, behavior change, and client retention
• Contribute to a client case study and final capstone project
• Maintain a high level of professionalism in all client-facing interactions

Requirements

• Currently in the final 1-2 years of an Exercise Science, Kinesiology, or related program or pursuing a career transition into fitness
• Strong interest in building a career in fitness
• Strong communication skills and ability to interact professionally with adult clients
• Prior experience in coaching, teaching, caregiving, athletics, or other people-focused roles preferred
• Commitment to approximately 10-20 hours per week for the duration of the program
• Willingness to learn, accept feedback, and engage in a structured mentorship environment

Qualifications

• Professionalism, reliability, and strong interpersonal skills
• Hands-on experience in a private, one-on-one personal training environment
• Structured curriculum covering movement assessment, program design, and behavior coaching
• Exposure to real client scenarios and coaching conversations
• Opportunity to complete a capstone project demonstrating coaching ability
• Access to a significantly discounted NASM Certified Personal Trainer (CPT) program for interns pursuing certification

Benefits

• Letter of recommendation for qualified interns
• Consideration for future employment opportunities within Fitness Together

Pay

Not specified

Schedule

Not specified

Skills

• Effective communication
• Client engagement
• Behavior-based coaching
• Movement assessment
• Program design

Benefits

• Professional mentorship from experienced personal trainers
• Exposure to real client scenarios and coaching conversations
• Opportunity to complete a capstone project demonstrating coaching ability
• Access to a discounted NASM Certified Personal Trainer pathway

Benefits

• Letter of recommendation for qualified interns
• Consideration for future employment opportunities within Fitness Together