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Wellness Attendant Intern

CompanyYMCA Of Greater Hartford
LocationGranby
Work ModeOn Site
PostedJuly 28, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
The Wellness Intern is responsible for member engagement, conducting fitness orientations, and providing personal training services. They will also maintain the fitness floor environment and ensure equipment is in proper working order.
Internship Type
full time
Company Size
280
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
10 hours
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About The Company
The YMCA of Greater Hartford is an association open to all and committed to helping people develop their God-given potential in spirit, mind and body. Our commitment is based on the belief that the purpose of this three-fold development is to live out the values of our Judeo-Christian heritage, including caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility. Our vision is to be the premier provider of high quality values-driven programs. We believe that by teaching core character value of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility, we can achieve our mission and vision for the people of Greater Hartford. The YMCA of Greater Hartford consists of 12 branches and two resident camps providing more than 100 programs in Hartford, Tolland and Windham counties. •Downtown YMCA in Downtown Hartford •East Hartford YMCA in East Hartford •Farmington Valley YMCA in Granby •Glastonbury Family YMCA in Glastonbury •Hale YMCA Youth and Family Center in Putnam •Indian Valley Family YMCA in Ellington •Tri-Town YMCA in Wethersfield •West Hartford YMCA in West Hartford •Wheeler Regional Family YMCA in Plainville •Wilson-Gray YMCA Youth and Family Center in the North End of Hartford •Camp Jewell in Colebrook •Camp Woodstock in Woodstock CT
About the Role

YMCA of Greater hartford Job Description


Job Title: Wellness Intern  Job Grade: 

FLSA Status: 

Primary Department: Health & Wellness

Reports to: Senior Program Director Revision Date:7/8/2024

Leadership Level: 

 

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Wellness Intern positions primary responsibility will be member engagement and improving the overall experience for our members.


This position is comprised of 5-10 hours a week on the fitness floor with the addition of personal training, small group training, group fitness and other ancillary fitness programs. 


ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

  1. Warmly and enthusiastically greet members with a smile and eye contact.
  2. Is the first point of contact for Health & Wellness when members walk into the Fitness Center.
  3. Conduct phone calls and tours with prospective members.
  4. On-board new members through our Health & Wellness orientations.
  5. Convert orientation appointments into personal training/wellness coaching packages.
  6. Engage with members in the wellness center area, after group exercise classes have ended, and ensure members are enjoying their overall wellness experience at the Y.
  7. Report equipment in need of repair to supervisor immediately, follow branch repair procedures and post “out of order” sign on equipment.

 

Personal Trainer/ Group Ex. Essential Functions:

  1. Consult with members on the health and fitness goals and objectives for an exercise program.
  2. Work alongside Wellness Director to design exercise program based on the goals and objectives identified and the member preferences and weaknesses as shown in the fitness assessment results.
  3. Ensure programs must include all aspects of fitness, follow proper exercise progression and comply with the philosophy and goals of the YMCA.
  4. Follow proper paperwork procedures by keeping all paperwork on site such as assessments, workout session cards etc. in an assigned designated area.
  5. Arrive for appointments well-groomed and in proper uniform.
  6. Perform other duties as assigned.


QUALIFICATIONS:

  1. Enrolled in a Bachelor's degree program. Majors include: Exercise Physiology, Physical Education, Sports Management, or related field preferred
  2. Knowledge in developing programs for assigned program area is preferred.
  3. Physical ability to instruct session or group training session 
  4. Proficient in and able to clearly communicate specific components and usage of cardiovascular, selectorized, free weight, and other common exercise equipment (i.e., rubberized resistance, stability balls, medicine balls, etc.).
  5. Ability to conduct scientifically valid fitness assessments and appropriately interpret the results.



PHYSICAL REQUIREMENT:

  • Must be able to stand for the duration of the shift
  • Must be able to bend and stoop occasionally
  • Must be able to lift 45 pounds occasionally


Key Skills
Member EngagementPersonal TrainingGroup Fitness InstructionFitness AssessmentExercise ProgrammingCustomer ServiceCommunicationEquipment MaintenanceWellness CoachingExercise Physiology
Categories
Sports & RecreationEducationCustomer Service & Support