Parks + Recreation Intern Job at City of Lenexa, Lenexa, KS

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  • City of Lenexa
  • Lenexa, KS

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

The City of Lenexa is accepting applications for a paid summer 2025 Parks and Recreation Intern. This internship offers hands-on experience in program development, event coordination, and daily operations. This role allows you to contribute to community events, assist with recreation activities, and complete a special project showcasing your program or event management skills.

Hours and Location:

  • Parks and Recreation operates throughout Lenexa with varying schedules; the intern should anticipate evening and weekend hours for events and programs.
  • Work a consistent on-site schedule of 35 – 40 hours per week as mutually agreed upon with the supervisor.
  • Internship dates are flexible, with an estimated duration from mid-May to mid–August.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Assist with recreation programs and events under the guidance of recreation managers and supervisors.
  • Support the planning and execution of major events, including:
    • The Great Lenexa BBQ Battle
    • Community Days Parade
    • Freedom Run
    • Movie Nights and Farmers’ Markets .
  • Gain experience working alongside staff in recreation operations.
  • Contribute to summer camp activities, including field trip supervision.
  • Complete a special project demonstrating program or event management skills.

Qualifications:

  • Required:
    • Current college student with at least 30 credit hours in Parks and Recreation or a related field.
    • Ability to work Monday–Friday, 8am – 5pm, with flexibility for events during evenings, weekends, and holidays.
  • Preferred:
    • 60+ credit hours and coursework or an internship requirement in Parks and Recreation, Sports Management, or Wildlife Management.

The rate of pay is $17.00 per hour.

Physical and Environmental Factors:
This role requires lifting and moving supplies, standing for extended periods, and working outdoors in varying conditions.

Offers of employment are contingent upon passing a pre-employment drug screen and background check.

To apply complete an online application and attach your resume. A cover letter is preferred but not required. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis as they are submitted. The position will remain open until February 7th, unless an intern is selected before that date.

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Holiday work, Summer work, Internship, Outdoor, Flexible hours, Night shift, Weekend work, Afternoon shift, Monday to Friday,

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