Parks and Recreation - Natural Resources and Operations Intern

City of Bloomington, Indiana•Bloomington, IN

4d•$2,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Parks & Recreation Intern will gain hands-on experience across multiple areas of a municipal parks and recreation department. This internship provides exposure to recreation programming, parks operations, facility management, community engagement, and administrative support. The intern will assist staff with daily operations, special projects, and events while developing professional skills applicable to a career in parks, recreation, and leisure services.

Requirements

Currently enrolled in, or graduated within the past twelve (12) months from, an accredited college or university program in Parks and Recreation, Recreation Management, Leisure Services, Public Administration, Sports Management, or a closely related field.
Experience working with children, adults, community organizations, or the general public through employment, internships, volunteer service, athletics, student organizations, or similar activities.
Demonstrated experience working both independently and as part of a team through employment, internships, academic projects, volunteer activities, or extracurricular involvement.
Demonstrated ability to organize and complete assigned tasks, manage multiple responsibilities, and meet established deadlines through work, academic, volunteer, or extracurricular experience.

Nice To Haves

Experience assisting with the planning, coordination, or implementation of events, programs, projects, camps, leagues, tournaments, or community activities.
Experience or involvement in recreation programming, community engagement initiatives, youth programming, sports administration, parks operations, volunteer organizations, or related activities.
Valid driver's license may be required depending on internship assignment.

Responsibilities

Assist with the planning, preparation, and delivery of Nature Day programs, After School Programs, and other educational and recreational activities.
Support park operations through facility inspections, maintenance coordination, site preparation, inventory management, and operational projects.
Assist with the planning, setup, execution, and breakdown of department events, programs, and community activities.
Interact professionally with park visitors, program participants, volunteers, and community members while providing exceptional customer service and support.
Participate in natural resource stewardship activities, conservation projects, environmental education initiatives, and park improvement efforts as assigned.
Collect, organize, and maintain records, reports, and other program or operational data to support departmental objectives.
Complete special projects, research assignments, and administrative tasks that contribute to departmental goals and strategic initiatives.
Work both independently and as part of a team while exercising sound judgment and demonstrating initiative under the direction of supervisory staff.
Monitor activities and assist in maintaining a safe, welcoming, and inclusive environment for program participants, volunteers, staff, and park visitors.
Perform other related duties as assigned to support the mission and operations of the Parks and Recreation Department.