About the role
UCLA Recreation offers multiple summer internship opportunities geared towards applicants interested in entering into the field of collegiate recreation and related fields. Selected interns will gain firsthand experience in a comprehensive recreation program at one of the most dynamic universities in the country. General responsibilities include, but are not limited to, program development, administrative operations, and special projects for both the department and in a specific functional area.
The goal of our summer internship program is to foster the development of emerging professionals by immersing them in diverse and fast-paced recreation programming. The interns will live together in university housing for a duration of 8 weeks and will gain professional experience in a variety of areas within UCLA Recreation.
Required Qualifications:
- Be at least 18 years of age.
- First Aid/CPR Certifications (Required by the first day of employment)
- Submit to a criminal background check.
- Currently pursuing an undergraduate degree or pursuing a graduate degree.
- Experience working in a recreation department and/or related field.
- Possess effective interpersonal skills and a strong desire to learn
- Willingness to work variable and extended hours.
- Legally allowed to work in the United States.
Each functional area may require additional certifications and/or specific skills.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Currently working in recreation and/or related fields, and actively pursuing a career within that field.
Facility and Special Events
The Facility and Special Events Intern will work with us in the Sports Venues Event Operations (SVEO) unit, gaining experience in facility and special event management. This would include working with SVEO managers, assisting with managing day to day operations at Pauley Pavilion, Los Angeles Tennis Center (LATC), and Drake Stadium along with event management in each of these venues. They will support in event planning from start to finish including participating in meetings, creating production schedules/diagrams as well as any event day of assistance and post-event billing. They will work with and build a relationship with campus and off campus partners on event needs.