RECREATION & PARKS INTERN – WINTER/SPRING INTERNSHIP

Orland Park; Orland Park (IL); Presencial; USD 35.000 - 55.000; Jornada completa

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Academic credit available

Descripción de la vacante

The Village of Orland Park invites motivated undergraduate or graduate students to join the Recreation & Parks Department as a Winter/Spring Intern. You will rotate through Special Events, Heritage Sites, Recreation Programming, Athletics, and Fitness, gaining mentorship and hands-on municipal experience.

Responsibilities include planning, registration, data reporting, budget tracking, and assisting with events and facility improvements.

Formación

• Progress toward BS degree in Recreation or related field preferred.
• Strong organizational and analytical skills required.
• Ability to handle confidential information and work collaboratively in a team.

Responsabilidades

• Assist with planning, organizing, and supervising recreation programs and special events.
• Support recreation program administration: registration, attendance tracking, and participant engagement; prepare reports.
• Assist with budget tracking, purchasing, and inventory management.
• Develop new programs or events based on community needs and assist in marketing efforts (social media, photos, videos).

Conocimientos

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Educación

Bachelor of Science in Recreation or related field

Descripción del empleo

RECREATION & PARKS INTERN – WINTER/SPRING INTERNSHIP

Opportunity at a Glance

The Village of Orland Park is seeking motivated undergraduate or graduate students for a hands‑on Winter/Spring internship within the Recreation & Parks Department. Interns will gain broad exposure through rotations in Special Events, Heritage Sites, Recreation Programming, Athletics, and Fitness, while receiving professional mentorship and real-world municipal experience. The Recreation & Parks Intern will gain practical experience, professional mentorship from department leaders, and exposure to innovative local government practices and management techniques. This well‑rounded experience is designed to prepare students for a successful career in the recreation and parks profession.

Key Responsibilities

Under the direction of department leadership, the Recreation & Parks Intern will assist with planning, organizing, and supervising assigned recreation programs and special events. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, supporting the administration of recreation programs through registration, attendance tracking, and participant engagement; conducting research, compiling data, and preparing reports related to programs, events, and recreation facilities; and assisting with budget tracking, purchasing, and inventory management.

Additional duties include leading activities and supporting staff with programs and special events, as well as collaborating with other Village departments on special projects and initiatives. The intern will maintain positive relationships with community members, local organizations, businesses, and partner agencies, while contributing to the formulation of program, events, and facility evaluations and surveys to provide recommendations for improvement. The intern will also assist in developing new programs or events based on community needs and interests.

This position also contributes to marketing efforts by creating social media posts, videos, and photography, assists with planning and implementation of seasonal camps at the Sportsplex, and participates in seasonal maintenance projects with the Athletics Division. The intern will help monitor and document athletic field conditions, reporting any areas that require repair or maintenance. Other duties and special projects may be assigned as needed.

Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills

Progress toward the completion of a Bachelor of Science degree in Recreation or a related field is preferred. Applicants must demonstrate strong organizational and analytical skills. The ability to maintain confidential information, work collaboratively as part of a team, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines is essential.

Undergraduate Intern: Basic knowledge of skill(s) needed to perform assigned duties.

Graduate Intern: Bachelor’s Degree in applicable field of study; working knowledge of skill(s) needed to perform assigned duties.

All applicants are encouraged to provide a statement explaining how an internship with the Village of Orland Park will supplement or enhance your educational and/or career goals.

Compensation & Benefits

Hourly pay: $18.85 – $26.71. The internship runs from mid January to early May, requiring approximately 35–40 hours per week, with some evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed. Academic credit is available if coordinated through a university.

Anticipated starting salary is $19.00 per hour.

Join the Village of Orland Park and gain real-world experience that enhances your education while contributing to meaningful municipal projects. Take the next step in your professional journey!