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Nourish Academy is an immersive internship experience for anyone passionate about health, wellness, and making a meaningful impact. We welcome applicants from a wide range of backgrounds including nutrition, fitness, public health, nursing, medicine, and more. Whether you are someone seeking a hands on learning experience that challenges you, a student wanting to explore holistic nutrition care, or a health professional looking to integrate a more holistic approach into your practice, Nourish Academy has a place for you. Our students build practical expertise, develop a professional voice, and participate in our mission-driven work that helps individuals improve their health and well-being.
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We offer distinct learning outcomes and hands-on experience in applying holistic nutrition principles through four key areas:
📝 Educational Content - Create evidence-based videos, blogs, newsletters, social media, and client-facing resources that help people better understand their health and make sustainable changes.
🤝 Community Engagement - Support wellness education in community and virtual settings through workshops, cooking demonstrations, events, and outreach initiatives.
💚 Client Care - Observe and support one-on-one and group sessions that emphasize personalized guidance, lifestyle change, and whole-person care.
💻 Program Development - Learn how to turn health concepts into practical, supportive programs that encourage long-term progress and meaningful behavior change.
Every student leaves with real-world experience, a deeper understanding of holistic nutrition, and skills they can carry into any future career path.
what YOU GAIN
🌱 Hands-on mentorship that supports your growth in research, communication, and professional development every step of the way
💚 College, academic, dietetic internship, or externship credit or hours that count toward your program, subject to your institution's policies
🧠 In-demand professional skills in health communication, program design, client care, and behavior change strategies that employers are actively looking for
📁 A professional portfolio of completed projects and real-world nutrition education you can present in interviews or share with potential employers
📄 A professional recommendation letter upon request at the end of your experience, to strengthen your future job applications and academic program submissions
🌟 A feature on our alumni page where your profile and achievements are highlighted for future students
🤝 A place in The Nourish Center mission to help individuals improve their health and well-being through holistic nutrition, because the work you do here creates real impact beyond the internship
ALUMNI SPOTLIGHT
Nourish Center is proud to have trained passionate professionals who are making an impact in health and wellness. Our alumni have gone on to work in clinical practice, community health, private practice, and beyond. Explore our alumni below and click their profiles to view their LinkedIn or personal website.
 Julia KennySpring 2026 Cohort View LinkedIn |  Jasmine SpringerSpring 2026 Cohort View LinkedIn |  Cierra MorantiSpring 2026 Cohort View LinkedIn |
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 Telisha CannonFall 2025 Cohort View LinkedIn |  Elisa QuezadaFall 2025 Cohort View LinkedIn |  Nour ElolabiFall 2025 Cohort View LinkedIn |
 Katarzyna Lopez-GosaSummer 2025 Cohorot View LinkedIn |  Sierra WinnerFall 2023 Cohort View LinkedIn |  Alexa HeathornSpring 2023 Cohort View LinkedIn |
IDEAL CANDIDATE
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Passionate about nutrition, integrative health, or functional medicine
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Self-directed and proactive, able to manage flexible deadlines, prioritize tasks, and take initiative with minimal supervision
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Strong communicator who can collaborate effectively in a remote
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Detail-oriented, with a commitment to producing high-quality work
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Eager to learn and receptive to feedback
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Currently enrolled in or has completed coursework in nutrition, dietetics, public health, wellness, marketing, communications, or a related field is a plus!
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This program is delivered fully remote, offering students flexibility in structuring their weekly schedule. Students are expected to attend two live virtual classes per month, held between 10 AM and 6 PM EST, Monday through Friday. Additional one-on-one office hours may be arranged as needed. The Academy operates on a rolling admissions basis.
SEMESTER DATES
Fall 2026
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September 16 – December 29, 2026
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Application Deadline: July 15, 2026
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Decision Notifications Begin: August 17, 2026
Spring 2027
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January 13 – April 28, 2027
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Application Deadline: November 15, 2026
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Decision Notifications Begin: December 18, 2026
APPLICATION PROCESS
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Stage 1: Apply
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Submit your application along with your resume or CV. As part of the application, you will select your preferred term length (10, 12, or 15 weeks). Please note that a minimum commitment of 10 hours per week is required.
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Stage 2: Interview
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If your application is approved, you will attend a 30-minute interview where we will get to know you, discuss your goals, and answer any questions you may have about the program.
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Stage 3: Submit Candidate Assignment
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Candidates who move forward will be invited to complete a short, hands-on assignment. Detailed instructions and the format will be provided.
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Each semester, we admit a small, carefully selected cohort of 4–5 students. We believe that meaningful growth is best fostered in an intimate learning environment. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, and advancement through each stage of the process is competitive.