Internship- Recreation Services

Department: Parks and Recreation Rep
orts To: Recreation Superintendent

The Summer Intern position offers students and early-career professionals the opportunity to gain practical, hands‑on experience in municipal government. Interns will assist with assigned projects, support daily operations, and develop professional skills while working under the guidance of City staff.

The Summer Intern assigned to the Parks & Recreation department will support daily operations and assist with departmental projects, gaining hands‑on experience in event planning and execution for the Recreation team.

• Responsible for assisting the Recreation team with event planning, preparation, and execution for events and functions.
• Support daily operational tasks and administrative functions.
• Provide customer service or internal support, as applicable.
• Attend meetings, trainings, or site visits as assigned.
• Follow all City policies, procedures, and safety guidelines.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Other Duties:
This job description is not intended to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee in this position. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time, with or without notice.

Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the representative duties, knowledge, and skills. This is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents of this class; employees may be assigned duties which are not listed; reasonable accommodations will be made as required. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement and is subject to change at any time by the employer.

Education, Training and Experience Guidelines:
Must be at least 16 years of age. Currently enrolled in high school, college course enrollment preferred.

• Enrollment in a field related to the assigned department.
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office or relevant tools.
• Interest in public service or municipal government.
• Positive attitude.
• Organizational & prioritization skills.
• Demonstrate strong Communication skills.
• Must have a willingness to learn.
• Must have the ability to work independently and as a team.
• Accountability.
• Patience.
• Must be sensitive to Corporate needs, employee goodwill, and business needs.

None.

Interns will work up to 40 hours per week. Schedule may vary based on departmental needs and availability. Willing to work with a school schedule. Work is performed in an office, field, or operational setting, depending on assignment. May include sitting, standing, walking, or light physical activity. Some evenings and weekends may be required (based on programs and events).

Temporary, seasonal position (Summer Internship Program). Start and end dates will be determined by the department and HR.

$15 per hour