Camp Program Intern
About The Position
Under the supervision of the Out of School Programs and Camp Manager, the Camp Program Intern is responsible for the following: Assisting in the preparation of summer camp programming for all Peoria Park Summer Day Camps. Researching and creating a digital resource folder of activities, games, and crafts set to specific weekly themes. Assisting in researching field trips and guest speaker opportunities and scheduling them. Following all Peoria Park District rules, policies, and procedures. As part of the internship program, all interns will assist in several Peoria Park District signature events, as assigned. All interns will participate in professional development sessions and team-building activities as assigned. Following all safety procedures that pertain to the duties performed and supporting all aspects of the Peoria Park District’s safety program. Performing all other duties as assigned. This is a grant-funded position available to both high school-aged individuals up to 15 hours per week and undergraduate-aged individuals up to 20 hours per week.
Requirements
- Current High School or College Undergrad student status.
- Must be at least 16 years old.
- Excellent communication, organizational, and time management skills, as the majority of the work can be done remotely.
- Qualities of being energetic, driven, creative, and dependable.
- Ability to follow instructions and share feedback.
- Ability to work independently and remotely as needed.
- Ability to apply critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to create and keep deadlines.
- Ability to conduct research on the internet and create digital catalogs of researched material.
- Ability to be professional, respectful, accountable, innovative, safe, and equitable to both internal and external customers.
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience with summer camp programming highly preferred.
Responsibilities
- Assisting in the preparation of summer camp programming for all Peoria Park Summer Day Camps.
- Researching and creating a digital resource folder of activities, games, and crafts set to specific weekly themes.
- Assisting in researching field trips and guest speaker opportunities and scheduling them.
- Following all Peoria Park District rules, policies, and procedures.
- Assisting in several Peoria Park District signature events, as assigned.
- Participating in professional development sessions and team-building activities as assigned.
- Following all safety procedures that pertain to the duties performed and supporting all aspects of the Peoria Park District’s safety program.
- Performing all other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Part-time employees enjoy discounted recreation classes and free admission to select Park District facilities.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
High school or GED
