Duties: Under the supervision of the Supervisor of Community Connections, the Community Recreation Intern is responsible for the following:
- Serve as a member of the PPD recreation team and assist with programs, events, and activities, as assigned.
- Work with the coordination, execution, logistics, and hosting of activities associated with assigned programs, such as Power Lunches, community resource fairs, and other initiatives.
- Follow all Peoria Park District rules, policies, and procedures.
- As part of the internship program, all interns will assist in several Peoria Park District signature events, as assigned.
- All interns will participate in professional development sessions and team-building activities as assigned.
- Follow all safety procedures that pertain to the duties performed and support all aspects of the Peoria Park District’s safety program.
- Perform all other duties as assigned.
Essential Functions:
Prolong standing, bending and stooping.
Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
QualificationsEducation: Status as a current high school or college undergrad student (Sept 2026 - Dec 2026). Must be at least 16 years old. This is a grant-funded position available to both high school-aged individuals up to 15 hours per week and undergraduate-aged individuals up to 20 hours per week.
Knowledge and Ability:
- Ability to work flexible hours, specifically nights, weekends, and events.
- Ability to work well with children and fellow staff members at events and programs.
- Candidates should be highly energetic, approachable, punctual, enthusiastic, well-organized, flexible, and outgoing.
- Valid Driver’s License and reliable transportation.
- Ability to be professional, respectful, accountable, innovative, safe, and equitable to both internal and external customers.
Perks:
- Part-time employees enjoy discounted recreation classes and free admission to select Park District facilities.
The Peoria Park District hires without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, pregnancy, military status or unfavorable discharge from military service, protected veteran status, or on the basis of any characteristic protected by law.
All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.
Skills Required
- Status as a current high school or college undergraduate student (Sept 2026 - Dec 2026); must be at least 16 years old.
- Grant-funded schedule limits: high school applicants up to 15 hours/week; undergraduate applicants up to 20 hours/week.
- Ability to work flexible hours, including nights, weekends, and events.
- Ability to work well with children and fellow staff members at events and programs.
- Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
- Prolonged standing, bending, and stooping during shifts.
- Valid Driver's License and reliable transportation.
- Highly energetic, approachable, punctual, enthusiastic, well-organized, flexible, and outgoing.
- Willingness to follow Peoria Park District rules, policies, procedures, and safety protocols.
- Participation in professional development sessions, team-building activities, and assigned signature events.
What We Do
The Peoria Park District contributes to healthy and vibrant communities by responsibly using its resources to offer high-quality parks, recreation, and education experiences.
