Wild Dunes Resort - S.C.

Recreation Internship - Kids Camp
Wild Dunes Resort - Isle of Palms, SC

Status: Seasonal Type of Position: Hourly Positions
Salary: $350 monthly stipend Category: Spa, Recreation & Golf
Relocation Availability: N/A

Position Description:
GENERAL PURPOSE: The Wild Dunes Kids Camp Internship focuses on preparing students for working in the recreation or camp industry. Daily shifts are worked in the wild adventures camp; however, there is exposure to other recreation programs at the resort. Our interns may have communications with the following departments: sales and marketing, conference services, concierge, food and beverage, property management, hotel operations, front desk, golf and tennis. As well our interns will deal with vendors from outside companies for supplies and services with the camp. By the end of the internship our interns have gained experience in running a camp, guest service, scheduling and staffing, budgeting, program planning and much more as it pertains to the field of recreation.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES:
Recreation interns shifts include, but are not limited to:
• Camp Counselor – program planning, organizing, staffing and sign up for children programs ages 5-12 and teen programs ages 13-17
• Order supplies maintain inventory for camp
• Maintenance and upkeep of camp area
• Seasonal & holiday event planning and facilitation
• Program planning and facilitating our family crafts and other activities throughout the resort
• Special program planning for holiday and seasonal needs
• Other duties as assigned by Recreation Manager and Supervisors

OTHER DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Interns are also required to complete a special project; one which will give them supervisory and management-like responsibilities.
• Along with daily work shifts our interns are exposed to an intense training week, weekly recreation meetings, exceptional customer service training, guest speakers from different departments, and one on one time with the Recreation Manager and Supervisors.
Associate is held accountable for all duties of this job.

KNOWLEDGE / EXPERIENCE:
• Previous program and planning of activities at a resort preferred, but not required
• Desire to pursue a career in Recreation, Education or a like field a plus
• Previous experience supervising children
• Previous experience in a camp-like setting a plus
• Valid drivers license



SKILLS:
• Excellent organization and time management skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills both verbal and written required
• Excellent listening skills required
• Basic mathematical skills required
• Strong attention to detail

ABILITIES:
• Ability to work with children of all ages
• Ability to maintain a positive attitude at all times
• Ability to work with little to no supervision
• Ability to work well in a team
• Ability to lift 50 pounds
• Ability to multi-task in a high paced environment
• Ability to read, speak, write and understand English
• Must be adaptable and flexible to change
• Ability to work a flexible schedule and be able to work weekends and holidays
• Ability to remain calm and professional at all times
• Ability to work under varying weather conditions
• Be able to make quick decisions and possess good judgment

EDUCATION OR FORMAL TRAINING:
• Must currently be enrolled in a Hospitality or Recreation program at an accredited college or university
• CPR certification preferred

WORKING ENVIORNMENT/PHYSICAL DEMANDS
• Availability for any required hours, including weekend days, evening hours and holidays
• Ability to work long hours many days in a row
• Ability to work in an outside setting in the heat and humidity of summer
• Ability to move from professional office setting to fun, recreational setting quickly and fluently
Position Requirements:
For more information on specific activities handled by the Wild Dunes Recreation Department, please refer to the Vacation Planner at wilddunes.com.