Recreation & Membership Intern - Summer 2026

Grand Traverse Resort and Spa • Acme, MI

110d

About The Position

Our Recreation & Membership Department is looking to fill internships for summer 2026. Hospitality, Recreation or related majors are encouraged to apply. Intern is responsible for monitoring who uses facility and ensures that the members/guests are registering and using facility properly. Responsible for cash/credit transactions during the purchase of food and merchandise.

Requirements

• Relevant experience or experience with customer service
• Currently enrolled at a University, College, or Community College and receive college credit for the Internship
• Must be at least 18 years of age as required by law
• Cash register and cash handling experience
• Lifeguard and CPR Certification provided at no charge

Nice To Haves

• Upbeat personality and positive attitude
• Professional interaction with co-workers and vendors
• Superior work ethic and ability to handle multiple responsibilities
• Computer skills, problem solving, multi-tasking, and excellent customer service skills
• Basic knowledge of Windows and Excel software

Responsibilities

• Check in members and guests upon entering the Health Club
• Monitor facility use to ensure proper registration and payment for services
• Conduct regular checks of the physical condition/appearance of the Health Club facilities
• Stock, order, and clean daily as required
• Dispense locker keys and towels
• Report missing locker keys to Assistant Health Club Manager
• Answer phones and take messages for unavailable staff
• Take reservations for court times, lessons, children’s activities, and various other activities
• Pass on important information during shift changes
• Attend monthly all staff and desk staff meetings
• Know and act on all safety procedures
• Report equipment or safety issues to the appropriate department
• Promote the Health Club and refer inquiries to the membership department
• Provide excellent customer service to all clientele
• Help facilitate team builds, 5k Fun Runs, children’s daily activities and beach activities
• Maintain good rapport with fellow employees and reflect a positive attitude
• Follow proper grooming and dress standards
• Understand and abide by environmental practices of the resort
• Multi-task between working the Health Club Desk, Lifeguarding, Kids activities and Beach Club attending
• Complete other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Flexible schedule, 30-40+ hours per week
• Lifeguard and CPR Certification provided at no charge

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees