• Primary Contact Name: Sidney Wilson
• Primary Contact Email: swilson@icrc.net
• Organization Name: Irmo Chapin Recreation Commission
• Organization City & State: Columbia, SC
• Position is: Internship

Job Summary

Motivated student seeking an internship to gain hands-on experience in community programming, facility operations, event coordination, and public service while developing professional skills in recreation management and customer engagement.

40 hours per week; must equal to a minimum of 400 hours over 10 weeks

Interns receive a weekly paid stipend of $400

Supervisor: Operations Superintendent

Program Eligibility & Submission:

• Applicants must have completed at least one year of post-secondary education; dual enrollment during high school years will not be counted toward the one-year completion requirement
• Students enrolled in Parks, Recreation, and Tourism Management or a related field
• Complete an internship application
• Two letters of recommendation
• Interview with Operations Superintendent and Park Directors

Responsibilities:

• Assist with daily park operations, including phone and email communication
• Provide excellent customer service to patrons, participants, and staff
• Utilize recreation management software for registrations, scheduling, and recordkeeping
• Create and manage program registration forms and participant information
• Assist in planning, organizing, and administering youth and adult leagues
• Recruit, support, and communicate with volunteer coaches
• Help coordinate and lead coaches’ meetings, player clinics, and draft events
• Develop and maintain practice and game schedules
• Order, inventory, and distribute program equipment
• Stock, operate, and manage concession stand operations
• Respond professionally to patron concerns
• Assist with planning, promoting, and executing special events
• Support budget development, tracking, and basic financial reporting
• Assist with sponsorship outreach and community partnerships
• Help maintain parks, fields, and facilities to ensure safety and cleanliness
• Design and update marketing materials, including flyers and digital content
• Assist the IT/IS department with basic hardware and software support
• Work with the accounting department on accounts payable, reporting, and budget review

Qualifications:

• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
• Excellent customer service skills with the ability to work with diverse populations
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Word, Excel)
• Basic administrative and technical skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team
• Strong listening skills and attention to detail
• Ability to remain calm and professional in challenging or high pressure situations
• Creativity and initiative in promoting programs, leagues, and special events
• Previous parks and recreation or related experience preferred