About the role#
This internship provides professional experience for students interested in a career within the recreation industry. You will function as part of the professional staff, gaining hands-on experience similar to a graduate assistantship. This role involves 20 to 25 hours of work per week, depending on departmental needs.
What you'll do#
- Assist with the administration, management, and supervision of youth programming for children aged 5 to 12.
- Plan, market, schedule, execute, and evaluate 10-week summer camp sessions.
- Recruit, train, supervise, and evaluate up to 35 summer camp counselors.
- Manage camp registration and logistics while providing customer service to parents and children.
- Enforce facility, program, and pool policies during camp weeks.
- Act as a liaison between parents, staff, and the Coordinator of Aquatics and Youth Programming.
- Recognize and respond to emergencies and manage risk.
- Compile reports and use online survey tools to assess program success and gather feedback.
- Make recommendations regarding programming, inventory, and budgets.
- Support facility and office management and attend scheduled staff meetings.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in or recent completion of a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Sports Management, Recreation Management, Elementary Education, Physical Education, or a related field.
- A minimum 2.5 GPA.
- Current CPR/AED/FA certification, or the willingness to obtain it within two weeks of starting.
- Previous experience working with children is preferred.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
- Ability to pass national and local background checks.
- Strong analytical skills, personal integrity, and the ability to work effectively within a professional team.
Location & details#
- Location: Jacksonville, Alabama.
- Modality: On-site.
- This is a paid, non-smoking work environment.
About CENTERS, LLC
CENTERS, LLC provides facility management and planning services to the higher education sector. Founded in 1998, the company operates from its headquarters in Washington, DC. It manages various campus assets including recreation centers, sports venues, and student facilities. The organization maintains a staff of 51 to 200 employees.
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