Spring Recreation Internship

The Fox Valley Park District is a dynamic and growing park district that serves a diverse population of more than 236,000 people.  Recognized as an Illinois Distinguished Agency, Fox Valley holds the nation's highest honor as a National Gold medal Award winner for excellence in park and recreation management.  Serving the communities of Aurora, Montgomery, and North Aurora, the District maintains 168 parks and 48 miles of inter-connected regional trails amid 2,500 acres of parkland.  connected by the Fox River, our communities are tied together by the District's commitment to promote vibrant, healthy lifestyles through fun and safe recreation opportunities that are environmentally and fiscally responsible.  The Fox Valley Park District....Where Fun Begins!

JOB SUMMARY

The main purpose of this program is for the student to gain practical experience in the field of recreation management over a comprehensive 12-week internship program. The Recreation Intern will be assisting supervisory staff in the planning, organizing, supervising, and evaluation of assigned activities to provide a comprehensive district-wide experience in recreational programs and events for individuals and groups of all ages, utilizing effective communication within the multiple departments of the park district operations.

 

Individual must be enrolled in an accredited college or university and be currently working towards a degree in recreation administration, recreation management, sports management, exercise science, or similar related field.  Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, and able to deal with conflict resolution and customer service. Ability to obtain a current First Aid/CPR/AED certification. Must possess a valid driver’s license.

 

Applicant must have a 3.0 GPA or higher in his/her major and an overall GPA of 2.3 GPA at the time of application.

Interested applicants should apply online at: https://www.foxvalleyparkdistrict.org/about-us/employment/