At the YMCA, your time and talent go a long way.

The YMCA believes that an on-the-job experience will benefit the student, the community, and the YMCA. Students who are interviewed and selected for an internship placement at the YMCA may be expected to accomplish specific tasks during their internships; these tasks are their primary responsibility.

Because each college internship program is different, the student's program will be dealt with on an individual basis.

How to get started:
Complete a volunteer application at either YMCA location. 

Current Internship Openings:

Teen Center Intern (2 positions)
This position is located at the YMCA Teen Center, 137 S. 11^th St in La Crosse. Primary duties include assisting with Teen Center activities such as engaging youth while attending drop-in hours, providing outreach, tutoring, teaching specific skills such as art or music lessons, and/or other special projects as arranged).   Specific duties will include planning, advertising and leading activities and engaging youth while attending drop-in hours.  Additional duties as determined by supervisor and supervisee.

Hours will be determined in agreement with supervisor and supervisee and will vary depending on project and need. An average commitment of 5-10 hours weekly over the course of 3 months is the minimum requirement; more hours can be arranged as needed.

Skills & Qualifications: Candidates for this position must have excellent communication skills, flexibility, a desire to work with adolescents, and be available for regular training and supervision tailored to individual needs. Any documentation of hours or other requirements to fulfill class credit must be communicated in advance to the Supervisor. Position may be terminated if candidate demonstrates behavior incongruent with Teen Center mission or which jeopardizes the health or safety of any individuals.

To apply complete a volunteer application found above or stop by either YMCA location. Send to Sarah Johnson at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . Questions call Sarah at 608-775-1357.

Arts & Humanities Intern
Responsibilities include assisting Arts & Humanities Director with planning and organizing fall events including national YMCA Arts & Humanities week events and the holiday dance recital. Attend staff meetings and training sessions and assist with development of new Arts & Humanities programming. Assist with day to day department details including inventory/ordering, compiling statistics, parent communication, etc. Current program areas include dance, martial arts, North gymnastics program, fine arts, language and culture. Application/resume may be sent to: Tammy Addleman, YMCA-North, 400 Mason St. Onalaska, WI  54650 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

Health & Wellness Intern (2-4 openings)
The La Crosse Area Family YMCA is currently seeking an intern for their Health & Wellness Departments. Opportunities include wellness center floor supervisor, group fitness instruction opportunities, personal training opportunities, administrative duties, organizing and running fitness assessments, special projects, opportunities to work with Active Older Adult, Teen and Youth, or Pre/postnatal exercise programs, able to offer other experience outside of Health and Wellness department such as aquatics, and youth sports. Qualified applicants should be in their senior year or completed with all course work in a degree in Fitness/Sport Management/Community Health or related field; hold work experience in fitness, wellness, exercise and sport science, or sport management; CPR/AED and First Aid Certified; group fitness teaching experience; knowledge with Microsoft Office; ability to build relationships and work easily with members, staff, and community; able to present self to individuals as well as large groups of people; good organizational skills, positive attitude and self motivated. Hours are flexible. Cover letter and resume to Sheena Cook, Health & Wellness Director, 1140 Main Street, La Crosse, WI 54601 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

Mission:
To put Christian principles into practice through programs that build a healthy spirit, mind and body for all.