Personal Training Intern

Life Time•Collierville, TN

About The Position

The Life Time Personal Training Internship is designed for individuals preparing to launch a career in the health and fitness industry. The hands-on program offers mentorship from experienced trainers and practical experience in Personal Training Services. Interns follow a structured schedule and build skills through observation, member interaction, and hands-on training in a club environment. They contribute to the member experience while upholding Life Time’s brand standards. Interns document weekly observations and learning, assist with personal training sessions when appropriate, and meet regularly with a supervisor to review objectives and plan next steps. They may also support member experience and engagement activities and work in other Life Time departments as needed.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Working knowledge of health, fitness, and the human body, with the ability to quickly grasp and apply new concepts.
Punctuality and a positive, enthusiastic, energetic personality with an enjoyment of 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.
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 required role-related training and comply with company policies, procedures, and safety standards.
Assist members on the fitness floor by supporting safety, providing education, and offering motivation.
Fulfill member service requirements, including fitness assessments, equipment operation, service desk duties, and fitness equipment cleaning.
Promote personal training programs and services.
Provide superior customer service through complimentary and paid services and programming, helping members feel competent, confident, and connected.
Document weekly observations, lessons, questions, comments, 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 public.
Meet weekly with a supervisor to review progress on objectives and plan actions for the upcoming week.
Support member experience and engagement activities, including booth events, fitness floor engagement, front desk support, and member outreach.
Be open to working in other Life Time departments to support customer experience and engagement.