Winter Intern

Move United; Durango (CO); On-site; USD 6,000 - 7,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

$500/month stipend

PSIA/AASI exam fee compensation

Free Season Pass to Purgatory Resort

Pro deal access

Local business discounts

Access to ASA equipment

Job summary

The Adaptive Sports Association (ASA) offers seasonal internship opportunities for winter programs, including skiing/snowboarding instruction and therapeutic recreation. Interns will work with staff and volunteers, with paid and unpaid options and minimum 32 hrs/week for full-time slots.

An ideal candidate will have skiing or snowboarding experience and a willingness to lead adaptive lessons, while supporting ASA’s mission and goals.

Qualifications

• High School Graduate or equivalent, college degree or in process of degree.
• Ability to ski or snowboard at an intermediate level.
• Ability to communicate effectively with staff, participants, and volunteers.
• Capable of working independently and thinking creatively.
• Ability/willingness to lead adaptive lessons.
• Able to lift and carry a minimum of 50 lbs.
• Current First Aid/CPR.
• PSIA or AASI certification preferred, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Interns will assist in winter program planning, implementation, evaluations, leading clinics, equipment maintenance, and other office duties.
• Time will be spent both indoors and outdoors; work in extreme weather conditions.
• Time will be spent both indoors and outdoors; percentage of time in and out will depend on intern requirements.

Skills

Ski or snowboard ability

Effective communication

Independent and creative thinker

Lead adaptive lessons

Lift 50 lbs

First Aid/CPR

PSIA or AASI certification

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

College degree in progress

Job description

Winter Internship Job Description

The mission of the Adaptive Sports Association (ASA) is to provide outdoor sport and recreational experiences for people with disabilities. These activities are provided regardless of individual financial limitations and create a fun atmosphere for learning and enhancedself-esteem.

Position Overview:

The Adaptive Sports Association (ASA) offers seasonal internship opportunities. If interested in therapeutic recreation, group and individual outdoor adventure education, or working with individuals with disabilities, this organization will provide a unique environment to develop your skills. An ideal winter intern candidate will have experience in skiing and/or snowboarding. Interns will assist in providing downhill skiing lessons in conjunction with full time/seasonal staff and volunteers while supporting the Adaptive Sports Association’s mission and organizational goals. This position is offered in accordance to hours needed by the student. ASA offers both paid and unpaid internships.

Duties/Responsibilities:

Interns will be involved with all aspects of the winter program including program planning, implementation, evaluations, leading clinics, equipment maintenance, and other miscellaneous office duties and projects. Time will be spent both indoors and outdoors. Percentage of time in and out will depend on individual intern requirements. Must be able to work in extreme weather conditions.

Skills/Certifications:

• High School Graduate or equivalent, college degree or in process of degree
• Ability to ski or snowboard at an intermediate level
• Ability to communicate effectively with staff, participants, and volunteers
• Capable of working independently and thinking creatively
• Ability/willingness to lead adaptive lessons
• Able to lift and carry a minimum of 50 lbs
• Current First Aid/CPR
• PSIA or AASI certification preferred, but not required

Hours/Days of Work:

Each intern will work directly with the Program Director to design an internship agreement that outlines specific responsibilities and expectations of both the intern and the program staff at ASA. This will be completed and mutually agreed upon before the start of the internship. ASA meets the requirement to host a CTRS student. Paid internships require a minimum of 32 hrs/week. Unpaid internships require no minimum hours/week and are flexible based on student schedule.

Benefits:

Full Time Interns (minimum 32 hrs/week)

• $500/month stipend
• PSIA/AASI exam fee compensation
• Free Season Pass to Purgatory Resort
• Pro deal access
• Local business discounts
• Access to ASA equipment

Part Time Interns (less than 32 hrs/week)

• PSIA/AASI exam fee compensation
• Discounted Season Pass to Purgatory Resort
• Pro deal access
• Local business discounts
• Access to ASA equipment