Fall Intern- Park Operations

Overview Students will be limited to one internship per school year. Fall 2026 internships begin on or after August 17, 2026 . The length of the internship may vary depending on the student’s availability. The student may work up to 30 hours per week for a maximum of 360 hours. Position Information Working Title of Vacant Position Working Title of Vacant Position Fall Intern- Park Operations Job Type Job Type Seasonal/Substitute Posting Type Posting Type Public Number of Vacancies Number of Vacancies 1 Department Department PARKS, REC, & TOURISM Division Division PR&T LEISURE Requisition Number Requisition Number 2026327 Number of hours worked per week Number of hours worked per week Up to 30 hours per week Work Schedule Schedule Varies: Monday – Sunday To Be Determined: Based on operational requirements Will include Days, evenings, weekends, and occasional holidays Work Site Location Work Site Location Chesapeake, VA Position Driving Requirement Position Driving Requirement O - Occasional Pay Grade Pay Grade GE01 Pay Basis Advertised Salary $17.50 / per hour Job Description Are you passionate about the outdoors and eager to gain hands-on experience in park management? Join our team for a rewarding Park Operations Internship where you’ll help create memorable experiences for visitors while learning the ins and outs of park operations, environmental stewardship, and outdoor recreation. From supporting community programs to assisting with conservation initiatives, this internship offers a unique opportunity to explore the natural world while building valuable skills for your future career. As a Park Operations Itern with PRT you will: Assist with daily park operations, including campground, camp store, and facility maintenance. Provide customer service by greeting visitors, answering questions, and processing reservations and payments. Support outdoor recreation activities such as hiking, kayaking, archery, fishing, and camping techniques. Help plan and deliver educational and interpretive programs focused on nature, conservation, and outdoor skills. Participate in environmental service projects, including cleanups and sustainability efforts. Assist with Planetarium programming. Contribute to marketing and outreach efforts through flyers, exhibits, and social media content. Support special events and community programs through setup, facilitation, and cleanup. Assist with inventory, equipment management, and facility organization. Required Qualifications VOCATIONAL / EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENT : Requires instruction that is sufficient for satisfactory job performance. EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT : In addition to satisfying the vocational/education standards, this position requires a minimum of one month of full-time equivalent experience. SPECIAL CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES : Requires CPR and First Aid certification within the first year of employment. May require a valid driver’s license and a driving record that is in compliance with the City Driving Standards . SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS : Employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies. Preferred Qualifications Students participating in the Internship Program will be responsible for : Providing their own transportation to and from work, Arriving at the work site at the time designated by the work site supervisor. Performing the tasks assigned by the vocational instructor/coordinator and the work site supervisor in an efficient manner. Demonstrating honesty, punctuality, courtesy, a cooperative attitude, appropriate dress, and a willingness to learn. Conforming to the guidelines of the internship work site. Job Open Date Job Open Date 07/07/2026 Job Close Date Job Close Date 07/16/2026 Open Continuous No Special Instructions to Applicants Students will be limited to one internship per school year. Fall 2026 internships begin on or after August 17, 2026 . The length of the internship may vary depending on the student’s availability. The student may work up to 30 hours per week for a maximum of 360 hours. ADA Checklist Overall Physical Strength Demands Overall Physical Strength Demands Overall Physical Strength Demands M=Medium - Exerting 20-50 lbs. occasionally, 10-25 lbs. frequently, or up to 10 lbs. constantly Physical Demands C = Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.F = Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.O = Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.R = Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.N = Never- Never occurs. Standing Standing Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Sitting Sitting Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Walking Walking Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Lifting Lifting Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Lifting Amount Lifting Amount Exerting up to 20 to 50 lbs Carrying Carrying Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Carrying Weight Carrying Weight Exerting up to 20 to 50 lbs Pushing/Pulling Pushing/Pulling Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Pushing/Pulling Weight Pushing/Pulling Weight Exerting up to 20 to 50 lbs Reaching Reaching Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Handling Handling Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Fine Dexterity Fine Dexterity Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Kneeling Kneeling Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Crouching Crouching Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Crawling Crawling Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. Bending Bending Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Twisting Twisting Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Climbing Climbing Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Balancing Balancing Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Vision Vision Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. Hearing Hearing Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. Talking Talking Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Foot Controls Foot Controls Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Machines, Tools, Equipment and Work Aids Used Telephone, computer, printer, ID Picture Camera, fax, AED , tables, chairs, recreation and fitness equipment such as basketball goals, portable bleachers, and nets. Protective Equipment Required Any PPE required by the standard guidelines of the equipment used. Health and Safety Daily / Weekly / Monthly / Seasonal / Never Mechanical Hazards Mechanical Hazards M = Several Times Per Month Chemical Hazards Chemical Hazards M = Several Times Per Month Electrical Hazards Electrical Hazards M = Several Times Per Month Fire Hazards Fire Hazards S = Seasonally Explosives Explosives S = Seasonally Communicable Diseases Communicable Diseases M = Several Times Per Month Physical Danger or Abuse Physical Danger or Abuse S = Seasonally Other If Other, Description D = DailyW = Several Times Per WeekM = Several Times Per MonthS = SeasonallyN = Never Dirt and Dust Dirt and Dust W = Several Times Per Week Extreme Temperatures Extreme Temperatures S = Seasonally Noise and Vibration Noise and Vibration D = Daily Fumes and Odors Fumes and Odors W = Several Times Per Week Wetness/Humidity Wetness/Humidity S = Seasonally Darkness or Poor Lighting Darkness or Poor Lighting S = Seasonally Primary Work Location Primary Work Location Other - Community center Non-Physical Demands Continually Ongoing Time Pressures Time Pressures Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Emergency Situations Emergency Situations Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. Frequent Change of Tasks Frequent Change of Tasks Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Irregular Work Schedule/Overtime Irregular Work Schedule/Overtime Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Performing Multiple Tasks Simultaneously Performing Multiple Tasks Simultaneously Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Working Closely with Others as Part of a Team Working Closely with Others as Part of a Team Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. Tedious or Exacting Work Tedious or Exacting Work Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Noisy/Distracting Environment Noisy/Distracting Environment Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Other If Other, Description Incumbent must be able to work independently. Professional References Professional References Please provide contact information for professional references. Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). * Do you possess a valid driver's license and a driving record that is in compliance with the City's Driving Standards? Please review link in posting for details. Yes No * Are you a college student in good academic standing, or a recent college graduate (i.e., within one year of graduation)? Yes No #J-18808-Ljbffr City of Chesapeake Virginia