| Employer: | Verizon Wireless | Job Number: | verizon1 |
| Job Title: | Health and Wellness Internship | Post Date: | ongoing |
| Hourly Rate: | $10.00 per hour | Address: | 7000 Central Ave SW Albuquerque, NM 87121 |
| Positions: | 1 | Apply to: | Jeremiah Stanton |
| Work Hours: | 20 hours | Telephone & Email: | 505-999-3661 jeremiah.stanton@verizonwireless.com |
| Description: | So, you’re looking for a satisfying internship experience with unlimited opportunity, and want to be rewarded for your hard work? Join Verizon Wireless and learn why we’re #1. Internships just don’t get any better than this. At Verizon Wireless, you’ll experience the challenge, excitement and reward of working for the largest and most advanced wireless voice and data network in the world. You’ll work with the latest technologies, learn from the best minds in the industry and have a unique opportunity to use your knowledge and skills in an environment dedicated to employee wellness. We’re a team comprised of the best talents and viewpoints working together towards shared goals. You’re a POWERHOUSE – a born leader who motivates others by the example you set. Your attention to detail and keen ability to multiply opportunities are a testament to your proven successes. Thriving in a team environment, your high energy raises the bar for everyone around you. Your drive and determination to change lifestyles make you a great fit for a Verizon Wireless Health and Wellness internship position. Duties: This position is responsible for supporting the overall direction and development of the Health and Wellness programs for employees at Verizon Wireless. Interns will support the facilitation of fitness assessments (including health history, height, weight, circumference measurements, body composition, heart rate, blood pressure, submax VO2 bicycle testing, flexibility testing through the use of a sit and reach test, and muscular strength and endurance tests utilizing push-up and sit-up protocols). You will conduct equipment orientations including both cardiovascular and resistance equipment, provide one-on-one training, nutritional advice and exercise prescriptions. In addition, you will ensure a safe and clean facility by checking equipment, addressing and correcting malfunctions and maintaining an adequate inventory of supplies. Members will look to you to assist them in charting their attendance and progress. You will support the development of incentive programs and motivation programs, assist with health promotion activities including seminars, lectures and workshops on a variety of health and wellness topics including nutrition, blood pressure, cholesterol, diabetes, time and stress management, relaxation techniques, and more. The types of programs you will be involved with include flu shots, wellness messages, health screenings, motivational programs, smoking cessation classes, blood drives, body composition and blood pressure checks, massage therapy and charitable events. | ||
| Qualifications: | Current college student pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Exercise Science, Exercise Physiology, Kinesiology or a related field. Student must be at the junior level and above. Excellent communication skills. Ability to work a flexible schedule. Ability to meet deadlines and work in a fast paced work environment. CPR, First Aid & AED Certification required. Experience with fitness testing and personal training strongly preferred. Group exercise instructor experience a plus. A genuine commitment to encourage and motivate others to exercise and maintain a healthy lifestyle through personal example.. | ||