Intern - Community Programs
OAK PARK PARK DISTRICTIllinois, United States
Posted January 9, 2026
15 - 15
Internship
About the Company
Oak Park Park District manages 23 facilities across 84 acres, offering a diverse array of parks, recreation centers, historic sites, and specialty venues such as an indoor ice rink and environmental education center. It delivers over 3,000 inclusive recreation programs annually, supporting residents of all ages and abilities while fostering community cohesion and environmental stewardship. Recognized with the National Gold Medal Award for Excellence in Park and Recreation Management, it stands as one of only four Illinois agencies to achieve this distinction. The district’s strategic focus on organizational excellence, customer and community engagement, financial stability, staff development, and quality infrastructure ensures sustained, high‑impact service to the Oak Park community.
Job Description
The Intern - Community Programs is a seasonal position that offers a quality internship program to students working toward a degree within the field of parks and recreation or related areas of study. The internship provides a comprehensive experience of district operations including administration, programming, employee management, facility management, camps, special events, marketing and maintenance based on the desires and interests of the intern and the needs of the Park District.
Requirements
- Plan and implement PDOPs Popup Bike program to engage the public in recreation activities.
- Visit, observe and participate in different phases of the agency facilities, programs, services, and operations.
- Lead and/or assist in special projects requiring research and development of initiatives supporting and benefiting the agency and/or department.
- Provide excellent customer service by supporting Park District standards and maintaining a positive public image by addressing questions and concerns from staff, patrons, participants, and parents immediately.
- Keep program and work supplies, equipment, and facility areas clean, organized, and safe.
- Evaluate meetings or activities planned or conducted and prepare or maintain reports regarding programs, equipment, facilities, and customer activity.
- Plan thoroughly in advance of all assignments.
- Communicate openly, honestly and professionally at all times.
- Wear a PDOP staff shirt and/or name tag identification during all work hours.
- Directly assist with events, programs and facility operations.
- Complete all duties as assigned by supervisor(s).
Benefits
- Competitive compensation
- Paid Time Off (PTO) for seasonal employees
