First Aid Instructor Internships
First aid instructor internships give university students, recent graduates, and early-career switchers hands-on teaching and curriculum experience, mentorship from working first aid instructors, and, at many employers, a path toward a full-time offer. Openings cover {{top_industries_phrase}}, with Cintas among the employers posting roles now.
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Title: Intern - First Aid and Safety
Location: Salt Lake City, UT, US, 84104Requisition Number: 240005
Job Description
Cintas is seeking an Intern to participate in a program designed to provide comprehensive knowledge across all areas of our business, as well as the professional services industry. The goal is to expose the Intern to our different departments. The Intern experience combines hands-on training with the opportunity to interact with multiple departments in order to develop stronger leadership, organization, communication and time management skills.
Skills/Qualifications
Required
- High School Diploma or GED
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree
Preferred
- Other co-op or internship experience in a Customer Service, Sales, Production or Administrative role
- A business or otherwise related academic major
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Project, Outlook) and intranet/internet
- A leadership/management role in campus or related extracurricular activities
- Availability to start within two weeks after offer made/accepted
Company Information
Cintas Corporation helps more than one million businesses of all types and sizes get Ready™ to open their doors with confidence every day by providing products and services that help keep their customers’ facilities and employees clean, safe, and looking their best. With offerings including uniforms, mats, mops, towels, restroom supplies, workplace water services, first aid and safety products, eye-wash stations, safety training, fire extinguishers, sprinkler systems and alarm service, Cintas helps customers get Ready for the Workday®. Headquartered in the U.S., Cincinnati, OH, Cintas is a publicly held Fortune 500 company traded over the Nasdaq Global Select Market under the symbol CTAS and is a component of both the Standard & Poor’s 500 Index and Nasdaq-100 Index.
Cintas Corporation is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic or category protected by local, state, or federal law.
This job posting will remain open for at least five (5) days.
Job Category: Office Administration
Organization: First Aid and Safety
Employee Status: Temporary
Schedule: Full Time
Shift: 1st Shift
Nearest Major Market: Salt Lake City
Job Segment: Temporary, Intern, Safety, Contract, Entry Level, Service
Title: Intern - First Aid and Safety
Location: Salt Lake City, UT, US, 84104Requisition Number: 240005
Job Description
Cintas is seeking an Intern to participate in a program designed to provide comprehensive knowledge across all areas of our business, as well as the professional services industry. The goal is to expose the Intern to our different departments. The Intern experience combines hands-on training with the opportunity to interact with multiple departments in order to develop stronger leadership, organization, communication and time management skills.
Skills/Qualifications
Required
- High School Diploma or GED
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree
Preferred
- Other co-op or internship experience in a Customer Service, Sales, Production or Administrative role
- A business or otherwise related academic major
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Project, Outlook) and intranet/internet
- A leadership/management role in campus or related extracurricular activities
- Availability to start within two weeks after offer made/accepted
Company Information
Cintas Corporation helps more than one million businesses of all types and sizes get Ready™ to open their doors with confidence every day by providing products and services that help keep their customers’ facilities and employees clean, safe, and looking their best. With offerings including uniforms, mats, mops, towels, restroom supplies, workplace water services, first aid and safety products, eye-wash stations, safety training, fire extinguishers, sprinkler systems and alarm service, Cintas helps customers get Ready for the Workday®. Headquartered in the U.S., Cincinnati, OH, Cintas is a publicly held Fortune 500 company traded over the Nasdaq Global Select Market under the symbol CTAS and is a component of both the Standard & Poor’s 500 Index and Nasdaq-100 Index.
Cintas Corporation is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic or category protected by local, state, or federal law.
This job posting will remain open for at least five (5) days.
Job Category: Office Administration
Organization: First Aid and Safety
Employee Status: Temporary
Schedule: Full Time
Shift: 1st Shift
Nearest Major Market: Salt Lake City
Job Segment: Temporary, Intern, Safety, Contract, Entry Level, Service
First Aid Instructor Internship Market
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Tips for Your First Aid Instructor Internship Search
Apply earlier than you think necessary
Large employers recruiting first aid instructor interns for summer cohorts often open applications the preceding fall and close them before the year ends. Smaller organizations and co-op programs post closer to start dates. Check listings consistently starting in September rather than waiting until spring.
Build a portfolio before you apply
Hiring teams for first aid instructor interns assess candidates through concrete artifacts, not work history alone. A documented lesson plan, a sample CPR or AED training module, or a completed certification curriculum you designed gives recruiters something specific to evaluate. Link to it wherever the application allows.
Work your campus network alongside direct applications
Campus career fairs surface structured first aid instructor internship programs tied to your university, and professors or career center staff often know which health and safety employers recruit from your school before roles post publicly. Applying directly to smaller organizations running their own cohorts alongside campus activity widens the pool you can reach.
Practice the actual first aid instructor intern screen out loud
First aid instructor intern interviews typically involve a teaching demonstration or scenario-based question where you walk through how you'd handle a training situation. Practice delivering your reasoning out loud, not just in your head, because interviewers weigh how you think through instruction design and learner management as much as your final answer.
First Aid Instructor Internships: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a first aid instructor internship?
Lead with coursework and a portfolio rather than work history, since hiring teams expect limited experience at the intern level. For first aid instructor candidates, the concrete artifact recruiters can assess is a documented training module, lesson plan, or certification course outline you've built. Combine direct applications with campus career fairs, where recruiters often move faster for students they meet in person.
Can a first aid instructor internship turn into a full-time job?
Many employers extend return offers to strong interns, but conversion is never guaranteed. What actually drives it for first aid instructor interns is consistent performance on real instructional work, available headcount on the team, and understanding the employer's return-offer timeline early. Position yourself for one by delivering measurable results, but don't count on it when evaluating your options.
When should I apply for first aid instructor internships?
Earlier than most candidates expect. Large employers recruit summer interns the preceding fall, often closing cohorts before the new year. Smaller organizations and co-op programs post closer to their start dates, so first aid instructor internship openings appear year-round. Checking listings consistently and applying as soon as a role matches your background puts you ahead of candidates who wait for a single season.
Are first aid instructor internships paid?
Most professional first aid instructor internships in the U.S. are paid. Compensation varies by company size, industry, and location, and listings show it where the employer chooses to disclose it. Nonprofit and community health settings sometimes offer stipends rather than hourly wages, so read each listing carefully to understand the structure before applying.
What should a first aid instructor internship resume include?
Lead with projects, not work history. Include two or three complete, documented projects showing the tools and frameworks you used, and link to the proof where you can, such as a sample lesson plan, a training module, or a CPR curriculum you designed. Add relevant coursework in health education, emergency response, or pedagogy. Keep it to one page.
Can international students get first aid instructor internships?
Yes. F-1 students can intern through CPT while enrolled or through OPT work authorization after finishing a degree, and the employer does not have to file anything for either, so many companies are open to international interns. Confirm your eligibility and timing with your university's international student office before accepting an offer.
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