Employment & Internships
Lansing Parks & Recreation provides part time and seasonal employment throughout the year. We employ lifeguards, score keepers and umpires, activity leaders and co-ordinators. In addition, you can develop a class and be an independent contractor. Employment is found with our community centers, nature center, historical site, golf, aquatics, special events, special recreation and day camps. Keep in mind that our highest employment is in the summer when we offer more day camp programs. Be sure to contact our offices at the community centers for an application for summer employment in February of each year.
Internships are available with Therapeutic Recreation, Outdoor/Environmental and General Recreation services. Each setting will provide you with unique experience for the completion of your education.
In addition to the internships, students have completed volunteer hours, work study hours and independent studies with supervision by a full time employee. Each student sets this up with the department of study and the direct supervisor for oversight.
INTERNSHIP
The Therapeutic Recreation Specialist accepts applications year round for a minimum of 15 weeks. You will work a 40 hour week and possibly some evenings and weekends as part of the work week. Exciting programs and events are scheduled throughout the year. You will be responsible for completing your requirements for NCTRC and your University. Additional responsibilities may be required or requested by the current CTRS.
The Naturalist at Fenner Nature Center provides an opportunity to expand your knowledge in the environment and land conservation. You will lead programs and services for youth and adults. Special events are planned throughout the year. Day camp and badge offerings are just a few of the exciting programs you will develop and implement.
The General Recreation student will assist throughout our programs. You will help at the community centers with programs and events. You will learn administrative tasks, community center operation's, special events and programming.
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