Western Springs Park District Summer Intern

Working on your degree in Recreation? Join the Park District of Western Springs this summer as an Intern and gain valuable experience. You will have an opportunity to work on achieving the goals and objectives of our District as well as your degree program for a well-rounded intern experience.

Key Responsibilities

As an Intern you will provide general support to the day-to-day functions of the department.

Responsibilities will include but are not limited to:

Assisting management and staff in the planning, organizing, and supervision of specific assigned recreation programming activities or functions and special events. Other duties include overview of budgets, media requests, research, reporting, shopping, filing, copying, and other duties as assigned. This position also works with other department&#39 [1];s on assigned projects, and maintains good relationships with community, other interest groups and agenciesserving the area.

Qualifications:

Knowledge, Skills Strong candidates must possess the following: + Pursuing a bachelor&#39 [1];s degree in Recreation and Parks or related field + Strong computer skills including experience with Microsoft Office + Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills, along with strict attention to detail + A high level of creativity Prior field work or part-time experience in the areas of recreation or related area is preferred Hours: Monday - Friday from 8:00am to 3:00pm. Must have availability for some evenings and weekends if necessary.

Job ID I1

 Employment Type Seasonal

Job Location US-IL- Western Springs

 IMRF Not Eligible 

Category Recreation Programs and Services Salary $11.00

Contact:

Walt Knake

Executive Director

Western Springs Park District

O  708-246-4225 x 12

C  708-214-9969

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