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

Penn State University

State College, PA, US
Pyy: $20ph; commitment: 2–6 hours per week; benefi...
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Currently enrolled undergraduate student
Comfortable working in active settings
Ability to follow research protocols
Penn State University is offering a Spring 2026 undergraduate research internship focused on community-based coaching and health interventions through the Lion Health Lab. The internship provides hands-on experience in delivering health programs, supporting research data collection, and engaging with community participants

Job Summary

  • Interns will gain hands-on experience running real-world experiments and health interventions in community settings.
  • The role involves delivering sport- and fitness-based programs while supporting data collection for physical and mental health research.
  • Participants receive direct mentorship from Dr. Janette Watkins and graduate student researchers with exposure to applied research careers.

Matching Summary

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Penn State University is offering a Spring 2026 undergraduate research internship focused on community-based coaching and health interventions through the Lion Health Lab. The internship provides hands-on experience in delivering health programs, supporting research data collection, and engaging with community participants.

Salary

Pay: $20/hour; Commitment: 2–6 hours per week; Benefits: Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Currently enrolled undergraduate student
  • Comfortable working in active settings
  • Ability to follow research protocols

Nice-to-have

  • CrossFit Level 1 certification or higher
  • Experience coaching physical activity programs
  • Interest in behavioral science intervention

Key Requirements

  • Current enrollment as an undergraduate student
  • Successful completion of background checks
  • Strong communication and teamwork skills

Work Rights

Not specified

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