Recreation Intern (Summer 2026)
Salary & Benefits:
- $18.00/hour.
- Approximately 40 hours per week.
- Complimentary Fitness Center and Coral Cove Water Park membership, two Coyote Crossing Mini Golf Passes, recognition awards, and social activities.
Days & Hours:
- 12+ week internship (May - August).
- Primary hours are Monday-Friday, between 9am-5pm, with occasional evening and weekend responsibilities.
- Employees do not work more than 1,000 hours in a calendar year.
Job Requirements:
Kick-start your professional journey in parks and recreation with a paid summer internship at the Carol Stream Park District. This internship provides the opportunity for an energetic and motivated college student to gain a well-rounded experience in district operations. Hands-on educational experiences and exposure to many aspects of park district management will help you determine what you love most in the field of recreation.
Qualifications:
Kick-start your professional journey in parks and recreation with a paid summer internship at the Carol Stream Park District. This internship provides the opportunity for an energetic and motivated college student to gain a well-rounded experience in district operations. Hands-on educational experiences and exposure to many aspects of park district management will help you determine what you love most in the field of recreation.
Qualifications:
- College student working towards a Bachelor’s Degree in Recreation, Leisure Studies, or a related field.
- Minimum of two years of undergraduate coursework completed.
- Strong communication and organizational skills.
- Self-motivated with a mature, professional, and positive attitude.
- Physical ability to lift up to 30 lbs.
- Must successfully pass a background check, driver’s abstract, and post-offer drug test.
- Minimum age: 18
Please visit the "Job Opportunities" section of our website at www.csparks.org to complete an online application and upload your resume.