Parks, Recreation & Tourism (PRT) Intern

The Parks, Recreation & Tourism Intern works under the direction and general supervision of the Programs and Events Manager as well as the Director of Parks, Recreation & Tourism.
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• Work with department supervisors to assist, shadow and/or perform assigned tasks for each division and/or facility within the department/city including: recreation, public works, special events, sports tourism, marketing, administration/office and planning. If there is a specific area with more interest, potential additional time can be spent being involved in that area.
• Prepare reports and other documents such as operating, activity and statistical reports, promotional materials, agenda items and presentation materials.
• Attend meetings associated with the department and affiliated groups and partners including staff meetings, trainings and others as assigned.
• Maintain a work schedule permitting easy access for citizens and one that fits the needs of the department's programs, events and meeting needs.
• Develop public understanding and participation in parks and recreation programs through public relations activities. Interpret to the public the program, its philosophy and objectives through all suitable means.
• Establish cooperative planning and working relationships with other public and volunteer agencies.
• Achieve public relation objectives through speaking engagements and use of the City's media outlets to include but not limited to Facebook, Instagram, TV Station, etc.
• Shall perform other duties as prescribed by the Parks, Recreation & Tourism Director or designated supervisor.

• A minimum of 50 hours of previous experience related to recreation, parks or business (paid or volunteer) is required.
• Any student currently enrolled at an institution of higher education is eligible to apply to the Internship Program.
• If you attend a college or university, you must be of at least sophomore standing by the end of the semester you are currently completing. If you attend a vocational/technical school, you must have at least completed the first year of your program (at least nine months) by the beginning of the internship. If the internship is not required by your university, we require that you seek advisory support from the university.

Employment Type: Full-Time