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Robert Morris University is seeking volunteer interns for the Fall 2023 semester (August 21 – December 8).

The daily responsibilities will include but are not limited to:

• Assisting with the supervision and execution of the strength and conditioning program for the football program and 15 other DI athletic teams as needed
• Attending to the daily maintenance of the training facilities
• Professional development throughout the semester
• Any other tasks assigned by the Head Strength and Conditioning Coach

See attached PDF for more information.

Join the College of Education Career Services Team! Apply to be a Career Peer Advisor, and gain experience working with students on writing professional documents, present to student groups, and help with career events. Preference will be given to College of Education students.

Application closes April 28th at midnight! Apply at https://msu.joinhandshake.com/edu/jobs/7689399

The Earth Day Spartan Day of Service occurs from 9:00am – 2:00pm on Saturday, April 22nd, 2023. The Spartan Day of Service is a free event for all students and includes a morning kick off-event at the Business College Complex, bus transportation to all volunteer sites, breakfast, a boxed lunch, and a Spartan Days of Service t-shirt. Volunteer sites for this Day of Service include Edgewood Village Housing Nonprofit, REACH Art Studio, Fenner Nature Center, Durant-Tuuri-Mott Elementary School of Flint, Haven House, and more. Check out all of the volunteer opportunities for this Day of Service here. 

GOAL (Guys/Girls Opt for Activities for Life) is seeking interns with experience working with adolescents and an interest in research in the following roles/positions: Data collectors, recall specialists, social media moderators, and intervention coaches. See the attached document for job description and details. Please contact GOAL Project Manager, Aisha, at hillia51@msu.edu or call 517-353-3011 for more information.

You can also read more and apply on Handshake: https://msu.joinhandshake.com/edu/jobs/7704717

Interested in working in athletics? Visit the Michigan State Athletics Student Opportunity Fair!

Thursday, April 6th, 1 – 4 p.m. Munn Ice Arena, Hall of History

Participants include MSU Athletics Hiring Units: Student Athlete Services, Spartan Fund, Communications, Football Creative, Ticket Office, Marketing, SASS, Athletic Performance, Spartan Vision, Student-Athlete Wellness.

Past participating organizations include: Michigan International Speedway, Detroit Pistons, Detroit Red Wings, Greater Lansing Sports Authority, Western Michigan Sports, Michigan Athletic Club.

This program seeks dynamic and innovative undergraduate students to serve as Physical Activity Mentors. Physical Activity Mentors will help students, faculty, and staff develop, implement, and maintain positive physical activity behaviors.
Position Requirements:

• Background or area of study in Kinesiology, Public Health, Health Communication, or a related field
• Current CPR certification (by start date)
• Completion of one or more of the following: 1) Previous professional experience (i.e., internships, employment, volunteer work related to fitness assessment, exercise prescription, and/or physical activity programming), or 2) completion of Physiological Bases Phys Act (KIN 310) or completion or current enrollment in Michigan State University’s Lab Experiences in Exercise Physiology Course (KIN 411) or Physiology Laboratory (PSL 311L), or 3) enrollment in an equivalent course is preferred
• Working knowledge of exercise principles
  o Preferred if applicant has experience/knowledge in exercise programming, exercise prescription, and/or fitness assessments
• Effective communication skills
  o Applicants should have strong verbal and written communication skills
• Applicants should be able to work both independently and as part of a group, and be reliable, dependable, and professional

Primary Learning Outcomes:

• Develop skills related to supporting and coaching participants on developing, implementing, and maintaining positive physical activity behaviors
• Gain experience in understanding the health promotion needs of a population or community
• Gain a deeper understanding of health promotion programs and priorities
• Optional opportunity to engage in our Personal Trainer Prep Course to become prepared to sit for the ACSM Certified Personal Trainer Exam.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Mentor ACTIVE Spartans Program participants through the development, implementation, and maintenance of positive physical activity behaviors
• Provide diverse and inclusive physical activity offerings thru the Move for Your Mood Program
• Communicate and collaborate with on-campus partners to become aware of programming and resources that supports and furthers the development of positive physical activity behaviors
• Incorporate theory and research on best practices in health promotion, and lifestyle behavior development (i.e., Self-Determination Theory, Transtheoretical Model, Theory of Planned Behavior, etc.)
• Time requirements = 10-12 hours per week
  o 8 hours coaching participants and/or providing programming
  o 2 hours research and planning preparation
  o 1-2 hour weekly group with internship coordinators and other interns
• Training will take place early in the semester and is required for the position.

Applications will be considered on a rolling basis. Questions? Email Kristin Traskie (traskiek@msu.edu)

Sports Travel Academy, August 1-12, 2023. “This program is a sports medicine professional development opportunity for graduate and undergraduate students interested in a career in sports medicine. Students that typically go on our programs are interested in athletic training, physical therapy, medicine, physician assistance, occupational therapy, strength and conditioning, nutrition, public health, and exercise science. It is a perfect program for students looking to learn more about these sports medicine professionals, as well as enhance their resume and admission chances to professional programs. This program is not affiliated with any university and students will not be receiving academic credit for participating. The program is led by experienced faculty with learning objectives & experiences identical to traditional study abroad programs. Students will have valuable interaction with sports medicine experts from Ireland and the USA to help them prepare and finalize their own professional goals in sports medicine.”

Contact craig@sportstravelacademy.com for more information

Are you interested in learning more about Kinesiology Career Paths?

Join us for a virtual panel discussion on Friday, February 10th at 3:00 p.m.

Hear from established alumni representing a variety of KIN-related fields and industries to learn more about kinesiology career paths.

Alumni panelists will answer questions and share what they do for a living, where they started, share stories, and offer advice. This is a great opportunity for Kinesiology students at any level!

Register in advance for this webinar using the link below:
https://msu.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_7XOKdw7FQlWhr5LOAyrXFA