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Aquila | On-Site Health & Fitness Management · 3 months ago

Internship Fitness Specialist - Spring 2026*

Washington, DC

Internship

Onsite

Intern

Start in 2026 Spring

Aquila is a health and fitness management company offering an internship opportunity for Spring 2026. The Fitness Specialist Intern will assist members with safe exercise programs, conduct assessments, and support wellness promotions in a professional setting under supervision.

FitnessHealth Care

Diversity & Inclusion

Responsibilities

Educate members concerning safe exercise techniques

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 clients 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