Zoo Event Planning Intern — Hands-on & Flexible Schedule

Peoria Park District; Peoria (IL); Vor Ort; USD 19.000 - 28.000; Teilzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Discounted recreation classes

Free admission to select Park District

Zusammenfassung

Peoria Park District offers an internship opportunity at Peoria Zoo in Peoria, IL. The program provides hands-on event experience, with support for setup, teardown, guest service, and space maintenance.

Current undergraduates (Sept 2026–Dec 2026) may apply. The grant-funded internship emphasizes safety, teamwork, and professional development, with flexible hours including weekends and evenings.

Qualifikationen

• Current college undergraduate student for Sept 2026–Dec 2026.
• Grant-funded internship through Illinois Criminal Justice Information Authority.
• Eligible applicants must be 18+ with up to 20 hours per week.

Aufgaben

• Assist in operating events at Peoria Zoo and Luthy Botanical Garden, including setup and teardown.
• Maintain appearance and cleanliness of event spaces.
• Support full-time staff with routine duties during events.
• Participate in multiple Peoria Park District signature events as assigned.
• Attend professional development sessions and team-building activities.
• Follow all district rules, safety procedures, and policies.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Kenntnisse

Flexibility

Physical stamina

Customer service

Teamwork

Ausbildung

Undergraduate student (Sept 2026–Dec 2026)

Jobbeschreibung

Peoria Park District offers an internship opportunity at Peoria Zoo in Peoria, IL. The program provides hands-on event experience, with support for setup, teardown, guest service, and space maintenance.

Current undergraduates (Sept 2026–Dec 2026) may apply. The grant-funded internship emphasizes safety, teamwork, and professional development, with flexible hours including weekends and evenings.