Recreation Intern

olparks· Oak Lawn Park District General
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📍 Oak Lawn, Illinois, United StatesInternship

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Note: If you are not a current student studying recreation, sports management or a related field you DO NOT qualify for an internship at the Oak Lawn Park District.

The Oak Lawn Park District is seeking qualified students interested in an internship in the field of Recreation, Sports Management or a related field. Candidates will currently be attending college or be a recent graduate with a major in recreation, outdoor recreation or related field.

Candidates must be responsible, motivated, should have the ability to manage time effectively and have strong interpersonal and communication skills. Candidates should possess the ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously under the supervision of the administrative staff. The student will assist with the administration, supervision, and leadership of specified recreation and leisure activities of the internship. The duration of the internship is 12-16 weeks, but will ultimately be determined by the intern's school requirements. It is the student's responsibility to verify with their professors if the internship qualifies for college credit. Candidates should be prepared to work with children and adults. Candidates should have a valid driver's license and have transportation to work.
 
An intern can expect to get a wide variety of experiences by working at the Oak Lawn Park District Racquet, Fitness & Gymnastics Center, Stony Creek Golf Complex, Oak View Center, Community Pavilion, and Ice Arena. Applicants will be formally interviewed before an internship is offered. They will also be assigned to special events, athletics, community events, administrative tasks and other projects as necessary.
 
Final intern selections for each season will be made by the following dates: 
Spring Internship: December 1st
Summer Internship: April 1st
Fall Internship: August 1st
 
Please note that internship positions are open until filled and we may be able to accept applications after these deadlines.  
 
To apply for an internship please send a resume and cover letter to Tracey Gallik at tgallik@olparks.com

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Where is the Recreation Intern position at olparks located?
This Recreation Intern role at olparks is based in Oak Lawn, Illinois, United States. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Is the Recreation Intern role at olparks full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a Internship position. It is posted as a Recreation Intern role in the Oak Lawn Park District General department at olparks.
Which team or department does the Recreation Intern at olparks belong to?
This Recreation Intern position is part of the Oak Lawn Park District General department at olparks. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
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When was the Recreation Intern job at olparks posted?
This Recreation Intern position at olparks was posted on Oct 5, 2022. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
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