Week 5: Jobs and Internships

The week 5 blog assignment is pertaining to internships, professional job opportunities, and other career based programs. Interestingly, I received an email a few weeks back from one of the HPR directors that informs students about such opportunities. I did not have a link to the website but below is a description of the internship. As you read, you will notice that among the many activities, there are multiple chances to become well-rounded in outdoor recreation, fitness and health.

* You make your internship at Fort Campbell your own! A significant time at our
program involves working closely with the Challenge Course and with Adventure
Programs. Beyond that there are many routes that can be taken based on your
interests. Outdoor Recreation offers instructional programs in rock climbing
(actually outdoor climbing and climbing wall), mountain biking, high and low
ropes courses, hiking, canoeing, youth camps, paintball, and much more. Each
intern is expected to familiarize themselves with each activity, but you can direct
your focus toward any area. Each intern will be required to create and implement
a special project which will benefit Outdoor Recreation.
- This internship requires some strenuous activities which may require working in physically demanding situations in various weather conditions. A good majority of your internship will be spent outdoors. Interns will be susceptible to cuts, bruises, and strain type injuries. Interns will work on all stages of programs delivery meeting the basic duties fulfilled by an NF-2 position which include planning events, marketing, implementing, program review and clean up, etc. As students show more initiative and responsibility the Outdoor Recreation staff may turn programs over to interns from start to finish with little to no direct supervision.
Qualifications:
Students pursuing a college degree and
need an internship/work study as part of their curriculum
Students pursuing degrees in recreation related fields or recreation therapy
Must be able to lift and carry objects weighing 75 lbs or more
Must possess a valid CPR/First Aid

http://www.jobsearchusa.org/job.php?id=100069272

Orthotics & Prosthetics Tech Trainee
Good hand skills
Creativity and problem solving abilities..
Aptitude to implement new skills and concepts
Knowledge of hand tools and power equipment is beneficial.

http://www.connect-123.com/south-africa/internships/overview/
This website features interning abroad. Most individuals you would be interning with are well trained and experienced.

http://www.usm.edu/hpr/master%27s%20programs/exercise_science.html
This is the master's program at USM for Exercise Science. Its requirements emphasize more academic based criteria.
-- A bachelor's or master's degree
--GPA of 2.75 or higher on the last 60 hours of course work
--Acceptable GRE score or TOEFL minimum score of 550 (Internationals).
--Three (3) letters of recommendation
--Official transcripts from all institutions of higher learning attended
--Current resume

These websites all provide professional training and great opportunities to learn and apply valuable tools for my career interest or fields related to my field. Any experience in Health or recreation will benefit my job outlook and opportunities and make me a better applicant for future jobs.

I have never been that interested in joining any kind of military based organization and the first internship described most likely implements this kind of attitude.However, it especially, but also other jobs, requires the ability to motivate yourself. With any job this is a "must have", but I know that it is a skill I possess. I have always been able to stay focused and not give up, even under high stress conditions. One way I can display this on a resume is through my references. My experience in work thus far This is a foundational contributor to many other qualifications and therefore is a valuable asset to encompass. I also meet all of the physical fitness qualifications that apply in the jobs addressed. As for any jobs in health related fields, CPR certification is a preferred skill, luckily I have had a chance to take this class in my Undergraduate Career.

I feel like I would be most qualified for the first internship. I have done outdoor activities like the ones described and think I would enjoy learning more about them. Even though I don't prefer the idea of a military based atmosphere, I do understand the roles of leadership and discipline that this type of job would most likely require. The study abroad program is definitely a great opportunity to interact with experienced persons in the field of Exercise Science. Thankfully, my lifestyle matches my career interest, so I believe I would be qualified for most of these great opportunities.