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City of Marion, Iowa · 1 week ago

Parks & Recreation Intern (2026)

Marion, Iowa, United States

Internship

Onsite

Intern

$15/hr - $15/hr

Start in 2026

The City of Marion, Iowa is offering a Parks & Recreation Internship for individuals interested in pursuing a career in this field. The internship provides a comprehensive experience that includes assisting with recreation programs, special events, facility management, and customer service.

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Responsibilities

Assist with various recreation programs and special events including, but not limited to planning, promoting, scheduling, leading, instructing, supervising, and completing accurate reports

Assist with daily office and clerical duties such as providing excellent customer service, answering phones, completing registrations and facility rentals, accurately collecting monies, answering emails, assembling rosters/schedules/rules, etc

Assist with marketing and communication efforts such as creating fliers/posters, distributing marketing materials, writing press releases, updating social media pages, selecting effective advertising channels for programs, and/or events, and seeking sponsorship opportunities for future programs and events

Assist with facility supervision and management of the Arts & Environment Center during private rentals

Assist with concession operations at the Lowe Park Ball Diamonds and/or Marion Municipal Swimming Pool

Attend board meetings, staff meetings, trainings, and city council meetings

Develop and plan a unique community special event for future use including budgets, revenues, contacts, photos, etc

Assist with park maintenance as needed including mowing, trimming, ball diamond grooming, and preparation

Exposure to daily/weekly pool operations including chemical testing, backwashing, personnel management, etc

Other duties as assigned

Qualification

Event planningCustomer serviceCommunication skillsRecreational activities experienceMarketing skillsMultitaskingPublic relationsBasic planning skillsCreativityTeam collaboration

Required

High School Diploma required, enrolled in an accredited college or university

Minimum of 20 hours weekly required

Ability to lift up to 50 pounds

Ability to stand for long periods of time

Possess a valid Iowa driver's license

Preferred

Junior status or greater preferred

Preference will be given to individuals studying sports management, recreation administration, leisure services, physical education, parks and recreation, or a closely related field