City of Waukee · 1 week ago
Parks & Recreation Intern (Summer 2026)
Waukee, IA
Internship
Onsite
Intern
$16/hr - $16/hr
Start in 2026 SpringThe City of Waukee is looking for a summer Parks & Recreation Intern to assist the Recreation Staff with various programs and administrative tasks. This internship is designed to help the selected candidate fulfill college internship requirements while gaining hands-on experience in the Parks & Recreation Department.
Government Administration
Responsibilities
Learns and explores all aspects of the Parks & Recreation Department including: program design, planning, analysis and evaluation; needs assessment; personnel management; operations; fiscal management; promotions, marketing and communications; regulatory standards; resource identification; diversity recognition and risk management
Completes and implements internship/senior project required for completion of Bachelor’s Degree
Assists with planning, developing, coordinating, implementing and leading recreational activities and programs
Leads implementation of recreation programs
Supervises participants in areas such as youth programs and activities, adult and youth sports leagues, senior citizen activities, various tournaments and special events
Completes Parks & Recreation facility preparation and maintenance as needed
Transports recreation participants as needed
Performs administrative and office duties as assigned
Performs other duties or assumes other responsibilities as apparent or assigned
Qualification
Required
Must be 18 years of age and working toward or completed Bachelor's Degree
Working toward or completed Bachelor's Degree in Parks & Recreation, Leisure Studies or related field
Experience working with children and adults
Must possess a Valid Driver's License and meet the requirements of the City's motor vehicle policy
Company
City of Waukee
The City of Waukee is recognized as the fastest growing (large) city in Iowa and is located in Dallas County—one of the fastest growing counties in the U.S.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase