PARKS Seasonal Intern

Cobb County Government • Al Bishop Complex, GA

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About The Position

The PARKS department offers seasonal internships for students interested in parks, recreation, and leisure. Interns may work across department units, including Recreation, Athletics, Arts, Operations, Tennis, Aquatics, Special Events, Natural Resources, and Marketing. The program provides practical experience in parks and recreation services and an opportunity to learn about the roles and responsibilities of a full-time leisure services professional. Interns develop skills in program delivery, leadership, supervision, administration, interpersonal relations, and human relations, while gaining a broader understanding of the leisure services profession and their own strengths and limitations.

The internship is paid at a rate not exceeding $17.00 per hour, for up to 40 hours per week and a maximum of 12 weeks. The position requires working some nights and weekends. Duties may vary depending on the department assignment.

Requirements

• Be a high school senior, undergraduate, or graduate student, or have graduated within the last six months.
• Possess and maintain a valid driver’s license.

Nice To Haves

• General knowledge of recreation policies and procedures, public relations, marketing, special events, and programming.
• Ability to prepare reports.
• Ability to communicate orally and in writing and to deliver written and verbal instruction.
• Ability to work with diverse groups and community boards.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to communicate with the public.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with staff to learn about department initiatives and how the intern’s project or internship aligns with them.
• Communicate effectively verbally, in writing, and when presenting information.
• Receive and respond to inquiries, concerns, and requests from other staff.
• Maintain attendance and punctuality within customary tolerances for the position.
• Perform other related duties as assigned; duties may vary depending on the department assignment.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed