Practicum Experiences

Are you an Exercise Science, Public Health or Recreation Therapy student? This could be the perfect practicum experience for you!

You will have the opportunity to plan and implement an adapted fitness class for young adults, adults, and older adults featuring warm up, moderate intensity workout including circuits, strength training with weights and TRX system, cardiovascular training, group sports, yoga, and cool down. You will also assist with pre- and post-assessments, progress notes, and more!

To apply, please email us at taylor@accessilm.org with your resume and cover letter.

Recreation Therapy Internships

ACCESS of Wilmington provides a recreation therapy internship that aligns with the National Council of Therapeutic Recreation Certification (NCTRC) requirements.

Please email your resume and cover letter to Taylor Shuler at taylor@accessilm.org.

We are no longer accepting applications for Spring 2025.

Social Media marketing & community outreach

ACCESS of Wilmington offers internships in social media marketing and community outreach. Students gain experience in various aspects of digital marketing and community engagement. They would learn how to develop and implement social media campaigns, gain skills in content creation, including writing effective copy, designing graphics, and creating videos tailored to different social media platforms.

Additionally, interns would learn about community outreach strategies aimed at building and nurturing relationships with target audiences. This may involve engaging with online communities, responding to inquiries and comments, and outreach to partners and our broader community.

Exercise science, Parks & recreation, and Public Health Internships

ACCESS of Wilmington offers a unique experience for students seeking an internship in exercise science, parks and recreation, and public health.

Students will gain experience in adaptive sports, fitness, and recreation in a community-based setting with a variety of populations. Students will also gain experience working in the nonprofit sector and engaging with both the public and our participants.

We are no longer accepting applications for Spring 2025.

Nonprofit ManagemenT + Event Planning Internships

Did you know ACCESS of Wilmington is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization? If you are thinking about a career in the nonprofit sector, we would love to have you! Learn more about nonprofit administration, community outreach and partnerships, event planning, fundraising and grant writing, financial management, and marketing. Email paula@accessilm.org for more information!