Summer 2026 Internship Fitness Specialist (Los Angeles)
Aquila | On-Site Health & Fitness Management, Los Angeles, CA, United States
Aquila's
Fitness Specialist Intern Summer 2026
will gain first- hand experience by assisting members in safe and effective exercise programs and perform a wide range of duties in a health/fitness center, under the supervision of the site manager. The program provides students with a well rounded experience in the fitness industry, in a professional setting.
We currently have openings for Summer 2026 interns for our downtown Los Angeles, CA location.
As a
Fitness Specialist Intern , you will have the opportunity to do the following:
Assist in educating members concerning safe exercise techniques
Assist to perform exercise assessments and prescribe exercise upon American College of Sports Medicine guidelines
Conduct safe and effective assessments including cardiovascular, strength, flexibility, and body composition analysis; evaluate and interpret data and identify high risk participants and special populations
Aid members – spotting and equipment usage
Assist in the maintenance, cleanliness and safety of all equipment
Adhere to departmental and club policies and procedures
Adhere to client’s policies and procedures
Assist in wellness and fitness promotions and external events
Perform daily administrative duties under the supervision of the site manager or fitness specialist
Assist in memberships: monthly, internships: signing members up, sending out reminders of payment
Help teach group fitness classes in different styles: step, strength, circuit, Pilates and/or yoga
Helping clients/members with fitness related questions. Performing tours of the facility
Personal Training shadowing and writing out mock PT sessions
Assisting with newsletter, articles, and monthly bulletin board
Compensation:
This is an unpaid internship and does not provide wages. However, at the completion of the program Aquila sponsors an ACE certification exam for the candidate. The program has to be completed in full. The exam fees are paid by Aquila.
Requirements:
Must be an undergraduate Junior or Senior majoring in Kinesiology, Exercise Science, Health Promotion or very closely related major.
Must have at least a 2.75 GPA
Also, the following are required:
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong organizational skills
Customer service oriented
Knowledge of fitness training principles
Computer knowledge: Microsoft Office Products & Internet
All candidates must be able to complete a background check and a federal security clearance check.
Aquila is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin or any other characteristic protected by law.
EOE Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
Fitness Specialist Intern Summer 2026
will gain first- hand experience by assisting members in safe and effective exercise programs and perform a wide range of duties in a health/fitness center, under the supervision of the site manager. The program provides students with a well rounded experience in the fitness industry, in a professional setting.
We currently have openings for Summer 2026 interns for our downtown Los Angeles, CA location.
As a
Fitness Specialist Intern , you will have the opportunity to do the following:
Assist in educating members concerning safe exercise techniques
Assist to perform exercise assessments and prescribe exercise upon American College of Sports Medicine guidelines
Conduct safe and effective assessments including cardiovascular, strength, flexibility, and body composition analysis; evaluate and interpret data and identify high risk participants and special populations
Aid members – spotting and equipment usage
Assist in the maintenance, cleanliness and safety of all equipment
Adhere to departmental and club policies and procedures
Adhere to client’s policies and procedures
Assist in wellness and fitness promotions and external events
Perform daily administrative duties under the supervision of the site manager or fitness specialist
Assist in memberships: monthly, internships: signing members up, sending out reminders of payment
Help teach group fitness classes in different styles: step, strength, circuit, Pilates and/or yoga
Helping clients/members with fitness related questions. Performing tours of the facility
Personal Training shadowing and writing out mock PT sessions
Assisting with newsletter, articles, and monthly bulletin board
Compensation:
This is an unpaid internship and does not provide wages. However, at the completion of the program Aquila sponsors an ACE certification exam for the candidate. The program has to be completed in full. The exam fees are paid by Aquila.
Requirements:
Must be an undergraduate Junior or Senior majoring in Kinesiology, Exercise Science, Health Promotion or very closely related major.
Must have at least a 2.75 GPA
Also, the following are required:
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong organizational skills
Customer service oriented
Knowledge of fitness training principles
Computer knowledge: Microsoft Office Products & Internet
All candidates must be able to complete a background check and a federal security clearance check.
Aquila is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin or any other characteristic protected by law.
EOE Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities