GUIDELINES AND REQUIREMENTS

1) Interns should be currently enrolled in an accredited university program pursuing a bachelor’s degree in an exercise science related field or a pre-physical therapy specialization.

2) Interns should have basic core knowledge of exercise science content such as exercise physiology, anatomy and exercise prescription.

3) Internships usually last an entire semester in duration, commonly 14-16 weeks. Interns are expected to stay the duration of the scheduled internship. Part-time internships are also available.

4) Interns need to send a completed intern application with a cover letter, and resume. Interns are accepted on a rolling basis. Final decisions will be made no later than:

March 15 for summer semester
May 15 for fall semester
November 15 for spring semester

NOTE: Spring internships normally run from early-to-mid January through early May. 
Summer internships normally run from mid-to-late May through late August.
Fall internships normally run from late August/early September through mid December.

Internships are occasionally available on short notice due to possible unfilled positions or other extenuating circumstances. Please call about availability if wishing to apply past the dates listed above.

5) Interns should have current CPR and First Aid certifications that last through the scheduled internship dates. Attach a copy of current certifications with the intern application.

6) Interns need to provide all pertinent college internship information to the ProActive internship supervisor.

7) Interns need to carry liability insurance. Often, interns are covered under university programs as a registered student. Contact the university internship supervisor about details of liability coverage.

8) Interns need to be friendly, self-motivated and enthusiastic about working with people. Interns must possess good human relation and communication skills and be capable of maintaining a mature professional relationship with clients and staff of various ages.

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RESPONSIBILITIES

1) Provide supervision to exercise clientele.
2) Develop exercise prescriptions for various populations.
3) Carry-out the opening, closing and everyday running procedures of daily clinic operations.
4) Assist physical therapists.
5) Maintain a professional appearance, behavior and attitude.
6) Maintain high-quality customer service.
7) Maintain and exhibit a healthy lifestyle and serve as a role model to clients.
8) To complete intern assignments.

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GOALS AND OBJECTIVES

The goal of the internship is to expose interns to an effective outpatient physical therapy and therapeutic exercise environment.  ProActive creates a non-intimidating atmosphere for patients to recover from injuries, manage disease conditions and improve overall functional levels.

The internship will expose the intern to sound therapeutic exercise programs that focus on exercise for health benefits and deal with various populations and disease processes such as::

Elderly	Apparently healthy
Sedentary	Obese
Arthritis	Osteoporosis
Fibromyalgia	Cardiac patients
Hypertension	Pulmonary patients
Cancer	Stroke patients
Orthopedic injuries	Balance and gait deficits

ProActive PT strives for interns to experience how:
1) To utilize exercise for general health and wellness.
2) To utilize exercise for therapy and rehabilitation.
3) To make exercise a lifestyle for clients.
4) To make exercise convenient and effective.
5) To promote health benefits to a variety of populations.
6) To properly design and supervise personal exercise programs for individuals with various health conditions.
7) To professionally operate a fitness, wellness and rehabilitation facility.

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ATTENDANCE

A 40-hour work week is expected from all full-time interns. This will normally encompass a Monday through Friday work schedule with varying hours each day. Part-time internships will vary depending on individual scheduling needs.
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DRESS CODE

Interns are expected to always dress in a clean and professional manner. Dress code policies include:

1) Shirts should have a collar and be tucked in, no midriff shirts.
2) Slacks and khaki pants are recommended, jeans are not acceptable.
3) All pants should be free of rips, holes and tears.
4) Exercise clothing such as tight fitting spandex is not acceptable.
5) Hair and hygiene must be kept neat, clean and manageable.
6) Interns are expected to be cleanly shaven.
7) Comfortable shoes, such as running shoes, are recommended, however no open-toe shoes, sandals or beat-up shoes.
8) No gum chewing is allowed.
9) Pierced ears are the only visible body piercing allowed while working.

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INTERN PROJECTS

Interns will be responsible for various projects throughout the semester. Some might include:

• Research on specific topics and/or articles

• Handouts

• Case studies on particular clients 

• Individually based major projects

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INTERNSHIP CONTACT INFORMATION


Please contact us if interested for an internship at ProActive Physical Therapy and Exercise Center via email or phone.

internships@proactiveptcenter.com
(970)-224-4141

ABOUT FORT COLLINS

Fort Collins is northern Colorado’s largest city, sitting on the edge of the prairie at the foot of the Rocky Mountains. It is the Larimer County seat, and home to Colorado State University. 

Fort Collins was established in 1862 as a fort by the 9th Kansas Volunteer Cavalry, swiftly becoming an agriculturally based community. It has since grown into a mid-sized city with a wide variety of natural, educational, historic and performing arts attractions. One of the biggest draws is the large number of microbreweries and brewpubs, that are based out of the city, drawing crowds for tastings and brewery tours. 

Fort Collins is located 57 miles (92 km) north of the Colorado State Capitol in Denver. With roughly 130,000 residents, making it the fifth most populous city in Colorado, Fort Collins is a large college town. It was named Money magazine's Best Place to Live 2006!

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