I really got to experience what it would be like to work in Public Health
What I wish was different
I wish I had gotten to know the people better and asked more questions
Advice
Learn as much as you can about the different areas of public health there are. Be involved
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Physical therapy instructor
April - July 2018 • Idaho Falls, ID
What I liked
I loved teaching classes and seeing personal improvement in those participating.
What I wish was different
I wish the pay and hours were consistent enough for me to not be working 80 hour weeks during the semester and insternship
Advice
Work hard and push through if you are struggling! Finishing the internship is worth it!
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Fit and Fall Proof Intern
April - July 2019 • Idaho Falls, ID
What I liked
This was an amazing experience. I loved that I was able to take what I learned from my education and training and apply it in a real life situation. I was able to gain experience and see the things I had been learning in action. I loved being able to get to know my participants individually and my sites as a whole. This helped me to create lesson plans that fit them as a site, but also individually.
What I wish was different
Networking can be difficult in this internship, but it is not impossible. It is a good idea to really get to know your participants and to ask to shadow people at the Public health office.
Advice
Really get to know the participants and make them feel valued. By getting to know your participants individually, as well as your sites as a whole, you are able to create lessons that are tailored to them. Remind them to listen to what their bodies are telling them, knowing they can modify them and work from there, and teaching them to understand what muscles are being used and the benefits of the exercises. This is an amazing opportunity to apply the things you have been learning all throughout your college career.
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Intern
July - September 2019 • Idaho Falls, ID
What I liked
It was very people oriented. I was able to improve my communication skills in front of large groups. It gave me the opportunity to becomebvery involved in the community.
What I wish was different
I wish I had been able to find a paid position as a result of this internship.
Advice
Take an interest in the people you teach. Get to know them and become involved in their lives. The people are what make this experience so rich.
