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Posted June 17, 2026

Personal Trainer

Villanova University
Villanova, Pennsylvania, United States 19085 Full Time
Reference: 285308445


Villanova University


Personal Trainer



Posting Details

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Posting Details (Default Section)

Posting Number: 20260033T
Position Title: Personal Trainer
Position Type: Temp/Intern
Location: Villanova, PA
Work Schedule: casual/seasonal
Approximate Number of Hours per Week 4-8
Department: 775-Athl - Intramurals
Position Summary:
Why work at Villanova?

  • Join a mission-driven organization. Since Villanova University’s founding in 1842, we have been inspired by the values of truth, unity, and love, and are a community dedicated to service to others.
  • Villanova has been included among the nation’s best colleges and universities. VU’s inclusion again in U.S. News & World Report’s 2025 “Best Colleges” rankings is another indication of the University’s continued prominence and forward momentum.
  • Villanova’s most precious asset is our people. As an employee, you will receive a holistic benefits package, generous paid time off, a competitive retirement savings plan, flexible work options, wellness programs including gym membership, professional development, tuition assistance, and more.

This position will be responsible for creating and implementing, custom tailored, personal training programs for members of the Villanova Community.

Villanova is a Catholic university sponsored by the Augustinian Order. The University is an equal opportunity employer and seeks candidates who understand, respect and can contribute to the University’s mission and values.
Duties and Responsibilities:
1. Develop and implement progressive personal training routines.
2. Recruitment of new personal training clients.
Minimum Qualifications:
Must possess a current personal training certification from one of the following organizations:
NSCA – National Strength and Conditioning Association
NASM – National Academy of Sports Medicine
ACSM – American College of Sports Medicine
AAAI – American Aerobic Association International
AFAA – Aerobics and Fitness Association of America
ACE – American Council on Exercise
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science or a related field.
  • Current CPR/AED/First Aid Certification
  • Minimum 6 months previous experience as a personal trainer.
Physical Requirements and/or Unusual Work Hours:
Special Message to Applicants:
EEO Statement
Villanova is a Catholic university sponsored by the Augustinian order. Diversity and inclusion have been and will continue to be an integral component of Villanova University’s mission. The University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and seeks candidates who understand, respect and can contribute to the University’s mission and values.
Posting Date: 06/15/2026
Closing Date (11:59pm ET):
Salary Posting Information:
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Job Classification: non-exempt

Supplemental Questions

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  1. * How did you first hear of this employment opportunity?
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