Are you eager to gain valuable coaching experience in a supportive environment? Do you want mentorship to refine your coaching techniques and learn how to best serve clients with a history of breast cancer?
If you're passionate about making a difference for clients who may struggle to access coaching services, then Zero Breast Cancer's Volunteer Coaching Internship is the perfect opportunity for you!
Why Join Our Internship?
Hands-On Experience: Work directly with clients navigating their health journeys during and after breast cancer, focusing on essential areas such as physical activity, diet, sleep, stress management, and reducing exposure to toxic chemicals.
Professional Development: This internship is designed for those certified by National Board for Health & Wellness Coaching (NBHWC)-approved training programs. Coaches may be working toward their 50 sessions for board certification.
Impact Lives: Your coaching can facilitate meaningful lifestyle changes as clients reclaim their health and improve their quality of life, making a profound difference in their journeys.
Mentorship and Guidance: Receive support and guidance from experienced NBC-HWC certified professionals as you hone your skills and deepen your understanding of health and wellness coaching in the context of breast cancer.
Enhance Credibility: Have the potential to gain client testimonials and a professional reference from the NBC-HWC program director.
Application Process
Ready to take the next step? Here’s how to apply:
- Complete the Online Application Form
- Email a 20-minute recorded video demo session with a client who is not a coach (with client approval).
- Email proof of passing the Practical Skills Assessment (PSA) and completing your NBHWC-approved program.
- Participate in a 30-minute interview.
Commitments
If you are offered a position as an intern, you’ll:
- Sign an internship contract and attend an orientation.
- Conduct approximately 5 individual client sessions per week for 12 weeks, including an intake session for each client.
- Ensure all clients complete necessary assessments and follow-up surveys.
- Keep detailed notes and goal summary sheet on each session to track progress.
- Participate in monthly team meetings for mentorship.
Requirements Before You Start
Before the internship begins, you’ll need to familiarize yourself with:
- Zoom and Calendly
- The Pacific Time Zone
- The AntiCancer Lifestyle Program
- Breast Cancer
Ready to Make a Difference?
If you’re ready to contribute to the lives of breast cancer survivors while advancing your own career in health and wellness coaching, we encourage you to apply today!
Coaches can be based anywhere in the world. Clients will be in the Pacific Time Zone.
Learn more about the Resilient Me Health & Wellness Coaching program for clients.
For more information or questions, please reach out to Program Director Lianna Hartmour, MA, NBC-HWC, at
Thank you for your interest in our internship!
Tesimonial
"Summer 2024, I had the opportunity to intern with the Resilient Me coaching program, which proved to be an incredibly enriching experience. After completing my coaching certification from Emory University in March, I began working with six Resilient Me clients in June while also preparing for the NBHWC exam. This dual engagement not only enhanced my coaching skills and confidence but also served as excellent preparation for the exam, which I passed.
Lianna Hartmour, the program director, demonstrated exceptional leadership through clear communication and a well-structured approach to the program's operations. Her focus on ensuring consistency across all coaching sessions, regardless of the coach, contributed to the program's success and allowed me to further refine my ability to adapt my practice. Importantly, Lianna fostered an environment of trust, allowing coaches to independently manage their schedules and sessions while remaining available for support when needed.
I cannot speak highly enough of the Resilient Me internship and coaching program and am truly grateful for the opportunity to participate. It provided me with invaluable coaching experience and deepened my understanding of breast cancer, greatly contributing to my personal and professional growth."
– Vickie Hunter, NBC-HWC
"The Resilient Me internship provided a unique opportunity not only to further develop my coaching skills, but to also learn about the experience of and better relate to those who have received a breast cancer diagnosis.
It was personally rewarding to see how the coaching practice was positively received and so greatly appreciated by my group of participants. The support I was able to provide through coaching allowed me to make a real difference in the lives of others. This experience has further confirmed my commitment to and belief in coaching as a vital part of our health and wellness journey.
The internship was well organized and provided clear direction and expectations. The internship director was supportive, accessible, and responsive throughout the program. Having periodic sessions with an experienced, NBHWC certified coach and instructor also helped provide additional support and direction to help improve upon my skills.
I would highly recommend the Resilient Me internship to others."
– Emmy Bisser
