Spring 2026 Undergraduate Research Internship: Community-based Coaching & Health Interventions

Bordenstein Lab

University Park, Pennsylvania, USA
$20ph; not specified; not specified
Hybrid
Community-based health research
Coaching and program delivery
Data collection and research protocols
Interns will play an active role in delivering sport- and fitness-based programs, supporting data collection, and helping implement research protocols tied to physical activity, mental health, and family-based health promotion

Job Summary

  • Interns will play an active role in delivering sport- and fitness-based programs, supporting data collection, and helping implement research protocols tied to physical activity, mental health, and family-based health promotion.
  • This internship emphasizes applied research, not desk-only work, and interns will gain experience in coaching-based intervention delivery, participant engagement, and translating health science into practice.
  • Interns receive direct mentorship from Dr. Janette Watkins and graduate student researchers, with training including human subjects research procedures, program delivery, and community engagement.

Matching Summary

Interns will play an active role in delivering sport- and fitness-based programs, supporting data collection, and helping implement research protocols tied to physical activity, mental health, and family-based health promotion.

Salary

$20/hour; Not specified; Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Community-based health research
  • Coaching and program delivery
  • Data collection and research protocols
  • Working with youth and families
  • Applied research experience

Nice-to-have

  • Interest in public health
  • Strong time management skills
  • Professional conduct in community settings
  • Self-motivated learner

Key Requirements

  • Currently enrolled undergraduate student
  • CrossFit Level 1 certification or higher
  • Experience coaching or leading programs
  • Familiarity with youth or family programs

Work Rights

Not specified

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