Summer Recreation Internship

Job Description

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Job Title: Summer Recreation Internship

Start Date: December 1st, 2025

Role Type: Recreation Internship

Responsibilities:

• Work within diverse recreation programming areas for all ages, including athletics, preschool, camps, arts and crafts, trips, special events, seniors, and facility management.
• Assist significantly with the development and preparation of the seasonal program brochure.
• Support and actively participate in the safety program, attending all required safety meetings.
• Learn and operate Winfit Fitness Center operations, including serving as an attendant.
• Attend and observe Board meetings, Recreation Committee meetings, and IPRA Committee meetings to gain insight into organizational governance.
• Design and prepare bulletin boards, flyers, and other essential marketing tools as needed to promote programs and events.
• Plan and provide hands-on assistance with the execution of all special events.
• Learn and actively participate in registration operations, encompassing program registrations, fitness center memberships, and facility rental requests.
• Meet with various staff members to understand their job responsibilities and departmental functions.
• Attend and actively participate in all relevant trainings and meetings with staff, IPRA, and other stakeholders.
• Gain familiarity with park and maintenance operations.
• Assist with compiling essential information for seasonal program analysis and evaluation.
• Become familiar with the departmental budget and assist with tasks such as payroll and bills payable.
• Become familiar with our special recreation organization (WDSRA).
• Participate in an intern swap day at a park district to be determined, fostering inter-agency learning.

Qualifications:

• Education: Must be a student at an accredited university pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree in Recreation, Leisure Services, or a related field.
• Skills:
  • Must be able to take direction effectively and assist in planning, leading, managing, troubleshooting, and evaluating recreational events, programs, and facilities.
  • Must be comfortable and capable of leading activities for various age groups.
  • Must demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills, working well with people of all ages, especially children.
  • Must be able to use basic reading, writing, and computer skills to learn, understand, and apply Park District policies and procedures.
• Certifications: Valid Driver’s License, First-Aid, CPR, and AED certification (or ability to obtain one – training will be provided).
• Competencies: Candidates must demonstrate through a personal interview and reference check that they:
  • Are able to work effectively with people of all ages, especially children.
  • Possess a basic knowledge of the Recreation Industry to understand and execute assigned tasks.

Application Information:

Please Submit a Cover Letter And Resume To:

Michael Bachio, Superintendent of Recreation

Email: M————

Phone: ———

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