Exercise science - department of safety Job at City and County of Denver, Denver, CO

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  • City and County of Denver
  • Denver, CO

Job Description

About Our Job

The Department of Safety is seeking 6 (six) motivated and enthusiastic Exercise Science Interns to join our team for the Fall 2025 Intern Rotation starting on Monday, August 25th, 2025. This internship provides hands-on educational experience under the direct supervision of agency wellness coordinators. Interns will gain practical knowledge in fitness evaluations, treatment planning, therapeutic exercises, and rehabilitation techniques in a dynamic healthcare setting.

The Department of Safety’s Wellness Team is the provider of rehabilitative and physical therapy services dedicated to improving patient mobility, function, and quality of life. We are committed to providing high-quality employee care, fostering professional growth, and supporting the next generation of exercise and wellness professionals.

The Exercise Science Intern can anticipate assisting with wellness program development, wellness screenings and assisting Physical Therapists in a variety of different proactive and post-injury physical therapy treatments. This is a unique opportunity to not only join a dynamic team and be exposed to the day-to-day life of tactical athletes and their subsequent PT programs, you’ll also be exposed to a large population as the Department of Safety has over 4,500 employees. Don’t miss this rare opportunity – apply today!

Key Responsibilities:

  • Observe and participate in exercise program/presciption development, fitness testing, and wellness assessments.
  • Assist academy personnel or agency wellness coordinators with wellness incentive programs.
  • Gain exposure to treatment, exercise planning and care for employees.
  • Assist in gathering and compiling data for research projects to better assist patients and agencies on needs and outcomes.
  • Maintain a clean and organized treatment environment.
  • Adhere to all facility policies, HIPAA regulations, and professional ethical standards.

Ideal Candidate:

  • Currently enrolled in an accredited Bachelor’s Degree program within the Exercise Science, Corporate Wellness, Health Promotion or Human Performance degrees, or similar.
  • Completion of prerequisite coursework as required by the academic institution.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced clinical environment.
  • CPR certification.

Benefits:

  • Hands-on experience with a diverse patient population.
  • Mentorship and guidance from experienced physical therapists.
  • Opportunity to develop clinical reasoning and patient interaction skills.
  • Exposure to a variety of treatment techniques and modalities.

Below are the minimum requirements used to determine eligibility for this position:

  • Education requirement: Current enrollment in an accredited college program leading to a certificate, licensure, associates, bachelor’s or higher degree, or a recent graduate (completed specified program within 1 year of completion).
  • Experience Requirement: None
  • Education/Experience Equivalency: No substitution of experience for education is permitted.
  • License/Certifications: By position, requires a valid Driver's License at the time of application.
  • Licenses and certifications must be kept current as a condition of employment.

About Everything Else

Job Profile

WW1122 Unpaid Intern

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Position Type

Limited (Fixed Term)

Position Salary Range

$0.00 - $0.00

Starting Pay

$0.00

Agency

Department of Safety

The City and County of Denver provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, age, or any other status protected under federal, state, and/or local law.

It is your right to access oral or written language assistance, sign language interpretation, real-time captioning via CART, or disability-related accommodations. To request any of these services at no cost to you, please contact Jobs@Denvergov.org with three business days’ notice.

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Job Tags

Part time, Fixed term contract, Internship, Local area,

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