Parks & Recreation Internship: Lead & Learn Across Units

Cobb County Government

Marietta (GA)

On-site

USD 19,000 - 28,000

Full time

6 days ago

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Job summary

The Cobb County Government Parks internship program invites motivated students to explore the Parks, Recreation, and Leisure field across Recreation, Athletics, Arts, Operations, Tennis, Aquatics, Special Events, Natural Resources, Marketing, and more. Interns will gain practical experience, learn department operations, and develop leadership and communication skills.

The internship is seasonal, requires some nights and weekends, and pays $17.00 per hour for up to 40 hours/week for up to 12

Qualifications

Must be a high school senior, undergraduate, or graduate student or must have graduated within the last six months.
Preferred knowledge of recreation policies and procedures, public relations, marketing, special events, and programming.
Ability to prepare reports and to communicate orally and in writing.
Ability to work with diverse groups and community boards.
Valid driver's license required.

Responsibilities

Collaborates with staff to learn about department initiatives and how their project/internship aligns with these initiatives.
Communicates effectively both verbally and in writing; responds to inquiries from staff.
Maintains attendance and punctuality within customary tolerances for this position.
Duties may vary depending on the department the intern is assigned to.
Performs other related duties as assigned.