Wellness Intern, Chartwells Higher Ed / University of Texas - Arlington

You will be working closely with the leaders of Maverick Dining, developing skills and competencies that will provide you with practical wellness-related experiences in the hospitality world. Along with our primary focus on food service, Maverick Dining is looking to expand our wellness programming and offerings. You will gain valuable experiences in the following areas: marketing and promoting of healthy balanced diet, nutrition education campaigns, planning and implementation of wellness events, social media management, foodservice operations, and menu planning. This internship involves hands on experience in the world of hospitality with an emphasis on nutrition and wellness, which will set you up for success in future career endeavors relating to nutrition or wellness.

Qualifications:

-Applicant should be at least at junior level credit hour standing

-Applicant should be enrolled in public health, nutrition, kinesiology, nursing, or other health related field

-Applicant should have no less than a 3.25 GPA in all attempted undergraduate work

Key Requirements:

-Attitude of a leader

-Strong interpersonal skills

-Attention to detail

-Engages with the campus community through various platforms and in-person events

-Innovative thinker that takes initiative

-Awareness/knowledge of nutrition, wellness, and/or sustainability practices

-Interest in food service and/or culinary arts

Interest in one of more of the following:

-Wellness initiatives and programming

-Nutrition and sustainability

-Special dietary needs (food allergies, intolerances)

-Menu planning

-Quality assurance

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

-Assists in planning and execution of wellness tables and other events

-Creates nutrition content materials and educational handouts

-Manages wellness social media page

-Supports nutrition education campaigns

-Brings innovation into services and works well with a team

-Ensuring exceptional guest experience

-Assists with other tasks as necessary

Learning Objectives:

-Demonstrate awareness, understanding, and skills necessary to work in a diverse environment.

-Experience opportunities to learn, observe, and practice in a variety of nutrition and wellness experiences in the world of hospitality.

Perks and Benefits:

-Flexible schedule

-Free meals during your shift

Job Summary:

This position is paid, but not eligible for benefits such as medical, relocation, or housing.