What are the responsibilities and job description for the Recreation Intern- Marketing, Events, & Programming position at City of Maple Grove, MN?
Salary : $16.97 - $20.16 Hourly
Location : Maple Grove 55369, MN
Job Type : Temporary / Seasonal
Job Number : 2024-00111
Department : Parks & Recreation
Division : Recreation
Opening Date : 12 / 15 / 2024
Closing Date : Continuous
Job Summary
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About Maple Grove, MN
Maple Grove is a forward-thinking, thriving community in the northwest suburbs of the Twin Cities metropolitan area. We are home to over 70,000 residents with a projected population of 90,000 by 2040 with 2,500 acres of undeveloped land. The City of Maple Grove is proud to employ over 250 benefit-earning employees, 500 part-time, casual, temporary, seasonal employees, and 100 paid-on-call firefighters to staff our many departments. We provide public safety, public works, community and economic development, parks & recreation, and many other important public services to a growing community.
The Position
The City of Maple Grove is seeking a Recreation Intern- Marketing, Events, & Programming! This is an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in the Parks & Recreation field while working with a very active and growing community. The Recreation intern will assist the Parks & Recreation Department staff with various programs, including special events, farmers' markets, athletics, and social media marketing. As the Recreation Intern, you will learn about the day-to-day operations of the Parks & Rec Department, assist in the planning and executing special events, interact with community members, and further your experience in the parks & recreation field. You will be challenged to assist with planning, supervising, marketing, and evaluating various recreation programs, as well as promoting programs and events through social media. This internship is an outstanding opportunity to further yourself professionally and gain valuable experience; come and join our growing and diverse community!
Hours : The position is for the summer of 2024. 14-week internship, 40 hours weekly, May - August, 2024. Hours vary; some nights & weekends are needed as events / programs require.
Responsibilities
Qualifications
Need to have :
Nice to have :
Supplemental Information
Environmental Conditions :
Ability to work in both office and outdoor environments. Exposure to all weather conditions and may require travel to various locations within the city.
Physical Conditions :
Physically able to sit and stand for long periods of time, and able lift and team lift for set up and take down of various events.
No benefits.
Are you 18 years of age or older?
Do you possess or have the ability to obtain an appropriate, valid Driver's License?
Are you able to lift and move up to 25lbs?
Please select the status that best relates to your education pursuit of the following programs / degrees : Parks & Rec, Event Management, Marketing, Tourism, Sport Management, Communications, Education, or a related field.
Do you have any experience in planning and managing events?
If yes, please briefly describe your experience.
Please select any of the following dates / days you are available to work.
Please indicate your years of experience in customer service.
Do you speak sign language or a language other than English?
If yes, please list language and level of proficiency as basic, conversational, or fluent.
Required Question
Salary : $17 - $20
