Personal Training Intern

Life Time Inc.•Collierville, TN

About The Position

The Life Time Personal Training Internship is designed for passionate individuals ready to launch a career in the health and fitness industry. Ideal candidates have an accredited fitness certification or related degree. This hands-on program provides direct mentorship from top trainers and real-world experience in Personal Training Services. Interns follow a structured schedule and gain essential skills through observation, client interaction, and hands-on training. By applying their knowledge in a dynamic club environment, interns enhance the member experience while upholding the excellence of the Life Time brand. Life Time is committed to an inclusive, diverse, and equitable workplace that respects and celebrates each individual's unique contributions. The company is an equal opportunity employer that recruits, hires, trains, and promotes based on merit and qualifications.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Working knowledge of health and fitness and the human body, with the ability to quickly grasp and apply new concepts.
Punctuality and a positive, enthusiastic, energetic personality that enjoys working with people.
Desire to work toward an accredited Personal Training Certification and/or a degree in a related field.
Desire to work as a Life Time Personal Trainer in the near future.
Willingness to work in other Life Time departments to support customer experience and engagement.
Ability to perform aerobic activity for the duration of a class and to bend, stand, reach, climb, and lift up to 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

CPR and AED certification.
Experience working in or shadowing at a fitness facility.
Experience with program design.
Coursework related to health and fitness.
Customer service experience.

Responsibilities

Complete all required role-related training and follow company policies, procedures, and safety standards.
Provide fitness floor assistance to members to promote safety, education, and motivation.
Fulfill member service requirements, including fitness assessments, equipment operations, service desk duties, and fitness equipment cleaning.
Promote personal training programs and services.
Provide superior customer service through complimentary and fee-based services and programming so members feel competent, confident, and connected.
Document weekly observations, lessons, questions, comments on observed workouts, and useful client communication or training techniques.
Assist with personal training sessions when appropriate.
Demonstrate behaviors consistent with Life Time's Mission & Vision, culture, and values in interactions with clients, coworkers, and the general public.
Meet weekly with a supervisor to review progress on objectives and plan actions for the upcoming week.
Participate in member experience and engagement activities, including boothing, fitness floor engagement, front desk support, and member outreach.