Recreation Program and Activities Intern

YMCA Trout Lodge
Job Description
As a Recreation Program and Activities Intern at Trout Lodge, you will become part of our six million dollar branch team. You'll learn each and every activity at the lodge and become comfortable teaching these activities to families, corporate guests and community outreach groups. You'll learn and then take on the responsibility of creating, planning and orchestrating a theme weekend or new activity. You'll meet and work with great people from all over the world with a passion for recreation and service. We craft our internships to fulfill your goals and university requirements.

GENERAL BASIC INFORMATION

In a resort setting, assist in administration, planning, implementation, and execution of YMCA Trout Lodge guest family activity programs. These activities include, but are not limited to fishing trips, cave trips, boat tours, archery, riflery and nature hikes, beach parties, campfires, talent shows and the like. Assist with loaning out sporting equipment, boats and bicycles, supervising boats on the lake, monitoring the safety of guests on the waterfront. Assist with adventure and team-building activities to provide a fun and learning experience for all participants. Spring, Summer and Fall 2011 openings.

NOTES: 2 openings. US Residents Only.
Additional Salary Information: 12 - 16 week internships are available at any time during the year to coincide with your school's academic schedule. While we do not provide an intern stipend, we provide housing, meals, uniforms and staff privedges for the lodge and activities to all our interns.

Requirements
Prefer experience with families and children. Good judgment, creativity, problem solving skills and excellent customer service required. Must also be able to work with people from various cultures and backgrounds.