Physical Education Internship (250-450 hours)

👟 Earn Physical Education or Sport Science internship credit while gaining hands-on coaching, teaching, and leadership experience. Work directly with youth in a dynamic, supportive summer camp environment.

🏕️ About the Opportunity

Camp Weequahic is a co-ed residential summer camp in Lakewood, Pennsylvania, serving youth from around the world. We're offering Physical Education, Kinesiology, and Sport Coaching internships for students passionate about youth development, physical activity, and experiential learning.

This isn’t just a summer job — it’s your chance to develop teaching, coaching, and group leadership skills in a real-world setting aligned with education, recreation, and sport science career paths.

🎓 What You’ll Gain

• Instructional Experience: Lead or assist in PE-focused activities including team sports, fitness instruction, and recreational games
• Youth Engagement: Supervise children aged 7–16 and support social-emotional learning through physical activity
• Leadership & Classroom Management: Learn how to manage groups, lead sessions, and adapt lessons based on age and ability
• Communication & Collaboration: Work alongside co-counselors, head staff, and directors in a team-oriented setting
• Internship/Practicum Credit: We provide evaluations, supervisor check-ins, and documentation aligned with university internship requirements
• Internship hours: Opportunity to receive 250-450 internship hours.

🛠️ Internship Duties & Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and delivering daily physical education-style programming
• Supervise a group of 10–14 campers alongside a co-counselor
• Create a safe, inclusive, and engaging environment for children of various skill levels
• Model professionalism, adaptability, and a positive growth mindset
• Participate in staff training, team meetings, and feedback sessions

📍 Location & Dates

Location: Lakewood, Pennsylvania (Northeast PA)

Duration: June 13 – August 11, 2026
(Flexible contracts available — must attend orientation June 13–27 and work through July 20 or August 10)

💰 Compensation & Benefits

• Average salary of $2,000 for first-year interns
• Free housing, meals, laundry, uniforms, and airport transportation
• Internship documentation and support to meet university program requirements
• Professional reference upon successful completion

✅ Who Should Apply

This opportunity is ideal for students pursuing:

• Physical Education (PE)
• Kinesiology
• Exercise Science
• Sports Coaching
• Education
• Recreation & Leisure Studies
• Youth Development

🙌 You’ll Be a Great Fit If You:

• Enjoy working with kids and staying active outdoors
• Are studying or interested in teaching, coaching, or recreation leadership
• Are enthusiastic, responsible, and ready to learn in a fast-paced environment
• Want a transformational summer experience that strengthens your future career path

📩 How to Apply

Submit your application via Handshake or apply directly through our website. We review applications on a rolling basis, so apply early!