The mission of the Lombard Park District is to Provide People with Quality Recreation Opportunities to Enjoy Life. The Lombard Park District is an Illinois Distinguished Accredited agency, governed by an elected board, and staffed with over 340 dedicated employees. The District is a past winner of the National Gold Medal award from the National Recreation and Park Association, and was a finalist in 2019. In 2016, the District received accreditation from the NRPA Commission for Accreditation of Park and Recreation Agencies for meeting 151 national standards. These awards provide recognition to the District for providing exceptional services to the community of Lombard.

Description: The Lombard Park District is offering a Winter/Spring internship to students working towards a degree within the field of parks and recreation. The recreation internship will provide a well-rounded experience in park district operations, administration, facility management, program management and special events.

Qualifications: Must be a current student of an accredited university pursuing a bachelor or master’s degree in Recreation or Leisure Studies. Must possess a valid driver’s license and provide own transportation.

To Apply: Please visit us at www.lombardparks.com – go to “Home” and then “Job Opportunities” to complete our online job application. Please attach a resume and cover letter.