City of Atlanta, GA

Parks & Recreation 

Office of Recreation College Internship

Posting Expires: Open Until Filled

Salary: $16.00/hour 

General Description and Classification Standards

The Department of Parks and Recreation is an accredited agency, of only 206 nationally accredited agencies by the Commission for Accreditation of Park and Recreation Agencies (CAPRA) with the National Parks and Recreation Association (NRPA). We are currently seeking students who have a passion for the outdoors, recreation, athletics, and programming for youth ages 3-18, adults, and seniors to join our team. The Office of Recreation offers year-round programming; with the fall and summer seasons being our most rigorous. We offer after-school programming, day camps, a resident camp at Lake Allatoona, athletics, Tot programs (ages 3-4), and senior programs.

Your assignment will be based on your experience and area of study. Responsibilities may include but are not limited to: customer service, implementing new programming ideas, conducting surveys, coaching, training, event management, and summer food program.

Job Field Opportunities:

Recreation Sports Management

Recreation and Leisure Science

Recreation Program Policy/Administrative

Outdoor Education

Sports Science

Geriatric Kinesiology 

Other

Leadership Provided

Routinely provides work group leadership, guidance, and/or training to less experienced staff.

Minimum Qualifications – Education and Experience

To be considered for this position, the following qualifications are preferred.

• Must be pursuing a degree in a parks and recreation or related field.
• Must be able to work a minimum of 15-20 hours a week with some availability on weekends.
• Must be able to work individually as well as with a team.
• Must be able to follow instructions with minimal to no supervision.
• Must be able to work with participants ranging in age from 3 years-18, adults, and seniors.
• Must be able to, and enjoy, working outdoors.
• Must be very friendly, approachable, respectful, and willing to learn.

Preferred Qualifications – Education and Experience

• Same as minimum.

Licensures and Certifications

• Valid Georgia driver’s license required. 

Additional Job Information

This internship opportunity can be for 3 or 6 months based on internship requirements.