NEOGOV · 1 hour ago
Summer 2026 Senior Center Recreation Internship
Urbandale, IA
Internship
Onsite
Intern
$16.50/hr - $18.50/hr
Start in 2026 SummerThe City of Urbandale is seeking interested candidates for their Summer 2026 Senior Recreation Center Internship. The intern will gain hands-on experience supporting recreation programs, administrative functions, and community engagement initiatives designed for adults age 55 and over.
GovTechHuman ResourcesInformation TechnologySoftware
Responsibilities
Develop and implement a special project focusing on technology education for seniors from beginning to end using all elements of program planning to successfully complete the project
Assist as needed in the office developing phone etiquette, filing, record keeping and answering customer inquiries
Assist with public relations and promotions of department programs and activities including press releases, coordinating media coverage, developing customer friendly operating procedures, designing program fliers and elements of program marketing and assisting with developing the seasonal program guide
Create and implement three new programs, primarily for seniors, likely with a focus on technology education and fluency
Attend board meetings, staff meetings, and council meetings. Review budget procedures, contract management and other administrative duties
Assist with recreation programs (development, coordination, scheduling, supervision and customer satisfaction). Programming includes education, sports & recreation, day trips, social, cards & games, gardening, technology, fitness, and more. Some crossover to youth and adult activities will also be available
Qualification
Required
Must be an undergraduate or graduate student pursuing a degree in recreation, leisure services, sports management, or a related field
Must be at least 21 years of age
Must have a valid driver's license
Preferred
Excellent time management skills
Excellent communication skills
Self-motivated, punctual, and responsible
Knowledge of recreation and/or leisure services, programming, and facility operations
Ability to perform essential duties at designated work site location at designated hours
Benefits
This position is not eligible for health benefits but may be eligible for IPERS.
Company
NEOGOV
NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.
Founded in 1999
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$700MKey Investors
Warburg Pincus
2025-07-28Secondary Market· $700M
2025-07-28Acquired
2021-06-02Private Equity
Leadership Team
Shane Evangelist
CEO
Brandon McDonald
Head Of Marketing
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