GVSU weight lifting intern
Timia
Experience Information
Employer: GVSU Track and Field
Job Title: Instructor
Major: Sport Management
Received Credit: Yes
Paid: No
Abroad: No
Description of the Organization
This organization was in the basement of Grand Valleys Field House. The specific location was in the weight room of the Field House and it was a decent size to instruct a class. The main area had weight racks, barbells, benches and dumbbells. There was also a room off to the side where there were boxes for exercises and also other extra equipment.
Description of the Tasks/Projects Completed
What my job was for this internship was to instruct a class of how to lift properly. I would show them the movements and help spot when needed. I would also clean up after each class so all the equipment was sanitized for the next session.
Skills/Knowledge Gained Through The Experience
The skills that I have gain from this experience, is how to project my voice to a class or session well enough for people to understand my instructions. I was able to get out of my comfort zone and speak in front of a class.
Favorite Part of the Experience
My favorite part of this internship was being able to instruct a weight lifting class. This is the field that I will be going into once I am done with college and it was a good experience to have before going into the real thing.
How the Experience Influenced Future Career Goals
It has influenced my future career goals because it has made me more excited that I will be able to do something that I love for the rest of my life. It is also a good way for me to keep myself healthy with activity training my body everyday.
Internship Format
In Person