Company
South Fayette Township
Location
South Fayette Township, PA
Close Date
03/17/2025
Details
PARKS AND RECREATION INTERN
- Position: Intern with the South Fayette Township Department of Parks and Recreation (College Undergraduate or Graduate Student)
- Location: South Fayette Township Municipal Center and South Fayette Township Parks
- Hours: Approximately 40 hours per week
- Rate: $13 per hour
Under the supervision of the Parks and Recreation Director, the intern will be involved in all aspects of the Parks and Recreation Department. The internship will provide a student with a well-rounded experience by introducing various programming and event areas and duties. The intern will be exposed to program development, implementation, marketing, general duties of operating the park, administrative duties and data reporting. The intern also will assist with planning, implementing and organizing community events.
The internship will occur from late May through mid-August. Working hours will amount to approximately 37 to 40 hours per week, typically Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM, and in some instances during evenings and weekends.
The intern must be an undergraduate or graduate student currently enrolled in one of the following programs at a college or university: parks and recreation, natural resource management, sport management, event planning or a related field.
Roles and Responsibilities
- Assist with planning and implementing recreation programs
- Assist with general office tasks
- Assist with planning and implementing all summer events
- Participate as a Summer Playground Camp Counselor when needed
- Independently plan, organize and facilitate at least one program as a dedicated project
- Work a flexible schedule that includes some nights and weekends
- Work independently and closely with the Recreation Coordinator and other township staff and departments
- Provide excellent customer service
- Demonstrate strong written and oral communication skills
- Work effectively with all ages and demographics
Required Clearances
(arranged by and paid for by the township):
- Federal Criminal History Record
- Pennsylvania State Criminal Record Check
- Pennsylvania Child Abuse History Clearance
How to Apply
Application deadline is 8 a.m. Mon. March 3, 2025.
Applications will be accepted online only through website. A cover letter and resume also must be included (uploaded as part of the online application).
Questions? Contact Parks & Recreation Director Paula Willis: pwillis@sftwp.com or 412-221-8700 x 217.
External Link
Contact Name
Paula Willis