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Location
Franklin Park, IL
Salary
Salary not Provided
Post Date
March 26th, 2026
Fetched
April 3rd, 2026

Internship Description

Position Title

Recreation Intern

Supervisor

Superintendent of Recreation

Job Summary

The recreation internship will include a comprehensive experience within the district's operations. Responsibilities lie within administration, programming, staff management, facility management, aquatics, day camp, special events, marketing, and maintenance.

Education And Experience

Currently pursuing a degree in Recreation Management, Parks and Leisure Services, Public Administration, or a related field.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Internship Term

12 weeks or depending on school requirements.

Hours & Pay

The Recreation Intern is expected to work 40 hours a week. The pay for this position is $16 an hour.

Our Internship Philosophy

The Park District of Franklin Park strives to provide every intern with intensive and comprehensive experience of district and department-wide operations and the tools and guidance to develop professional skills that will position them as competitive candidates in their future endeavors.