Summer Recreation Intern - 2027

Kenilworth Park District; Kenilworth (IL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Kenilworth Park District is offering a paid Summer Recreation Internship designed for students pursuing a degree in Recreation or related fields. The internship runs 8–10 weeks with an expected 25–30 hours per week, offering hands-on experience in district operations, including camps, programming, and budgeting.

Interns will be supervised by the Recreation Supervisor and Director of Recreation and Facilities.

Qualifications

• Must be a current student pursuing a degree in recreation or a related field.
• Internship may count toward Master's degree requirements for relevant programs.

Responsibilities

• Manage personnel and program schedules and assist with events.
• Attend staff meetings and assist with summer camp planning.
• Learn and operate recreation registration software.
• Assist with budgeting and day-to-day planning.
• Prepare reports for the Director and maintain paperwork.

Skills

Time management

Organization

Leadership

Communication

Education

Pursuing bachelor's degree in Recreation or related field

Pursuing master's in Recreation or Public Administration

Tools

Registration software

MS Office

Job description

Title

Paid Summer Recreation Internship

Dates of Employment

8to 10 Week Options

Description

The Kenilworth Park District offers a quality internship program to students working toward a degree within the field of parks and recreation or related areas of study. The internship provides a comprehensive experience of district operations, including administration, programming, employee management, facility management, camps, historic properties, special events, budgeting, leadership, marketing and maintenance based on the desires and interests of the intern and the needs of the Park District. The exact hours for the Intern will vary, depending on weekly activities and special events; however, the Intern will work approximately 25-30 hours per week.

The Kenilworth Park District Summer Recreation Internship provides the opportunity to integrate and apply knowledge, theory, and understanding from the academic setting to the working environment. The intern shall serve under the supervision and guidance of the Recreation Supervisorand Director of Recreation and Facilities. The main function of the Summer Recreation Intern will be to assistwith summer camp.

Essential Functions

• Manage personnel schedules, organizeclass schedules, confirmspecial events, and ensure the safety of program participants.
• Attend staff meetings.
• Learn and work with recreation registration software.
• Assist with budget management and help coordinate day-to-day planning.
• Prepare and submit reports as required by the Director.
• Gain direct leadership experience by implementing programs, special events, and assisting at various facilities.
• Assist with all things summer camp.
• Provide timely, accurate paperwork and reporting.
• Encourage the safety of all program participants and fellow staff by following Park District Safety Guidelines.
• Have Fun!

Qualifications

Must be a current student of an accredited university, pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Recreation, Leisure Studies, or a related field, looking to complete an internship. The student is responsible for providing their own housing and transportation. This internship will also serve as a qualified internship for Master's Degree candidates pursuing a Master's in Recreation or Public Administration.

The Kenilworth Park District will be hiring 2 interns for the 2026summer season. You will either beassigned toBig Adventures Summer Camp (Ages 2nd Grade to 6th Grade) or toLittle Springs Summer Camp (Ages 3 to 1st Grade). Both interns will serve under the Director.

Contact

Thys Wallace

847.251.1691
[e-mail]

Closing Date

Open Until Filled