Are you
interested in developing and executing interesting events and programs to a
wide demographic of participants?
Each semester, two outstanding individuals in the
fields of Fitness and Communications/Recreation Management are chosen from
countless applicants to work alongside RiverWinds Community Center
administration and assist in all aspects of facility operations and program
management. Interns will, among other
tasks, complete a capstone project, from idea conception to program execution,
during their semester of study. Other
responsibilities include budgeting, staffing, marketing, sales, and event
planning. Interns will experience a multi-faceted view of small-business
operations at all levels of management.
Applicants should be creative,
innovative, and highly motivated, with outstanding oral and written abilities
and exceptional organizational and people skills. A 2.5+ GPA is required.
Candidates should exemplify the principles and discipline expected of an
employee of a first class, multi-purpose recreational facility in approach,
product, and results. Individuals seeking entry into the Internship Program
must also demonstrate professionalism, a customer first attitude, enthusiasm,
energy, and a willingness to work in both an independent and group setting.
The internship is not paid, and
applicants must be willing to work varied hours which may include nights,
weekends, and holidays. College credit will be applied whenever possible as
determined by individual college and university parameters.
Successful completion of our internship
prepares individuals for careers in fitness and sports management, hotel,
resort, or conference center operations management, marketing, communications,
and public relations.
The RiverWinds Community Center intends
to receive first class status as an internship provider for students seeking to
gain work experience in a number of different fields, and is committed to
proffer these opportunities to a diverse workforce.
Interviews at our beautiful West
Deptford, New Jersey location are required. Please direct
questions/applications to Mandee Casey, 1000 RiverWinds Drive, West Deptford,
NJ 08086; 856-251-0990 x105; KernM@RiverWinds.org; 856-251-0790 facsimile.
GENERAL
INFORMATION
Internships are available at the
RiverWinds Community Center, located at 1000 RiverWinds Drive in West Deptford,
New Jersey. Selected Interns must work approximately thirty hours a week during
an eleven to eighteen week internship period (depending on season). Internships
are offered during the Fall, Spring, and Summer semesters and length varies
accordingly. All internships are voluntary and unpaid.
POSITIONS
AVAILABLE
Two internships are available per
semester: Fitness and Recreation Management/Communications. See description for
details.
ELIGIBILITY
AND REQUIREMENTS
Intern candidates must be a
full-time undergraduate student, part- to full-time graduate student, or have
graduated from college within twelve months of beginning the internship
program. Candidates must be seeking internship for class credit as a prescribed
component of curriculum and may be required to submit documentation from their
place of matriculation. Individuals applying must be computer literate with a
working knowledge of Microsoft Office, Adobe applications, and social media,
fluent in English, and available to work varying hours and times. A 2.5+ GPA is
required. Additional certifications and/or licensure encouraged as described
per position.
APPLICATION
PROCEDURES
Candidates must complete the
provided Application Form and submit with a cover letter and resume by the date
specified for the particular semester. Incomplete applications will not be
reviewed.
APPLICATION
SCHEDULE AND DEADLINES
Fall Internship Runs
approximately fifteen weeks
Application must be postmarked by July 1st
Positions offered by July 15th
Spring Internship Runs
approximately eighteen weeks
Application must be postmarked by November
1st
Positions offered by November 15th
Summer Internship Runs approximately eleven weeks
Application must be postmarked by April 1st
Positions offered by April 15th
HOW
TO APPLY
Mail, E-Mail, or Fax completed
applications with cover letter and resume to:
Mandee
Casey
Internship
Program Coordinator
1000
RiverWinds Drive, West Deptford, NJ 08086
KernM@RiverWinds.org
Facsimile
~ 856-251-0790
RiverWinds
is an Equal Opportunity Employer
JOB
DESCRIPTION
Fitness and Recreation Management/Communications
Execute
new member orientations
Assist
in Group Exercise schedule development and implementation
Assist
in website administration
Assist
in basic administrative duties and data entry
Assist
in purchasing and staffing processes
Assist
in departmental staff scheduling development and implementation
Work
Front Desk shifts as required
Learn
RecTrac software
Develop,
organize, budget, market, and produce one large capstone program (preferably
ongoing)
Complete
a Daily Journal detailing internship experience, including the interviewing of
management and
members for final portfolio
Perform
other duties/responsibilities as assigned
Fitness
Work
Fitness Attendant shifts as required
Participate
in 6-10 varied group exercise classes held at RiverWinds
Learn
Personal Training criterion and implementation
Complete
Fitness Orientations for members
Execute
Nicros Rock Wall criterion as necessary
Learn
to lead Group Exercise class(es); obtaining instructor certification preferred
Complete
Weekly/Monthly fitness publications (newsletters, Recipe of the Week, bulletin boards, etc.)
Assist
with League Administration
Coordinate
the implementation of a certification course to be held at RiverWinds
Develop,
organize, budget, market, and produce a 5K Run/Walk
Develop,
organize, budget, market, and produce a 4-Week Incentive Program
Develop,
organize, budget, market, and produce a 6-Week Fitness Beginners’ Program
Develop,
organize, budget, market, and produce a Fitness Workshop
Recreation
Management/Communications
Assist
in completion of quarterly, monthly, and weekly publications and promotions
Assist
in social media execution
Assist
in marketing via press releases, email marketing
Assist
in development of business membership marketing materials
Assist in on-site business membership
marketing
Develop,
organize, budget, market, and produce daily/weekly/monthly Special Event marketing campaigns and events,
planning future season events and executing current season events
Develop,
organize, budget, market, and produce a general member workshop
RECOMMENDED
MAJORS
Fitness or Recreation Management/Communications
Sports/Recreation
Management
Fitness
Athletic
Training
Health
& Physical Education
Health
Promotion
Fitness
Management
Public
Relations
Communications
Marketing
Tourism/Hospitality
Management
Business
Management
LICENSURE/CERTIFICATIONS
RECOMMENDED though not required
Fitness
Certified
Pool Operators License
Personal
Training Certificate
Fitness
Instructor Certificate
CPR/AED
and/or First Aid Certification
Recreation
Management/Communications
CPR/AED
Certification
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