Student Intern- Parks & Recreation Special Events Intern


Job Details

Salary: See Position Description

Location : Clearwater, FL

Job Type: Temporary

Job Number: 2024-00176

Department: Parks & Recreation

Opening Date: 04/29/2024

Closing Date: Continuous

THE CITY OF CLEARWATER IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Position Description

CURRENTLY RECRUITING FOR THE SUMMER AND FALL 2024 SEMESTERS!!
OPEN CONTINUOUSLY - WILL FILL AS NEEDED

INTERN SALARY - SEE BELOW
Freshman or Sophomore College Student - $13.00/per hour
Junior, Senior, or Technical/Vocational College Student - $14.00/per hour
Graduate Level College Student - $15.00/per hour
Interns are not permitted to work more than forty (40) hours in any week.

Currently recruiting for our Parks & Recreation - Special Events Team
Duties and Responsibilities

  • Event Planning and coordination of various Special Events, Festivals, Athletic Tournaments and Community gatherings.
  • Developing Promotion and Marketing materials while collaborating with community partners and sponsors.
  • Recruiting and working with vendors/partners for current and future events.
  • Monitor and follow through on vendor agreements to ensure proper execution.
  • Coordinate with the Volunteer Specialist for specific volunteer needs at City events.
  • On-Site Event Support (being present at specific city events to help with on-site logistics, troubleshoot issues, and ensure the smooth operation of the event) before, during, and following events.
  • Handling inquiries and requests from the public regarding events.
  • Gathering feedback from event attendees, vendors, and partners to assess event success and identify areas of improvement for future events.
  • Research and Benchmarking:
  • Innovative Project and Event ideas and information related to cost/benefit for implementation.
  • Best practices in event planning and management for future events.
  • Identifying trends in event organization, sustainability, and public engagement.
  • Complete an intern project: Plan, organize, and execute a unique event within a provided budget.
  • Administrative task/duties as assigned by the internship supervisor or department head.


Minimum Qualifications

Valid Driver's License is required.

Graduation from an accredited college or university, OR in the process of completing the course work for this degree in Event Management, Sports Administration, Public Administration, Business Administration, Marketing, or related field preferred.
Supplemental Information

  • Ability to communicate effectively with partners, co-workers, and residents of all walks of life.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects.
  • Flexible and Adaptive to meet changing needs or direction.
  • Collaborates easily and often.
  • Ability to work cross-functionally with a fast-paced team.
  • Candidate displays good judgement, maturity, and enthusiasm.
  • Previous event experience is a plus.
  • Previous experience with social media and graphic creation a plus.


Training and development opportunity

01

What is your highest level of education?
  • Masters Degree or higher
  • Bachelors Degree
  • Associates Degree
  • High School Diploma or GED Certificate
  • Completion of 10th grade
  • Less than 10th grade education


02

What level of Driver's License do you currently possess?
  • CDL A
  • CDL B
  • Regular (E)
  • ID Only
  • Out of State
  • None of the above


03

Are you currently enrolled in college or recently graduated within the past 6 months?
  • Yes
  • No


Required Question





 City of Clearwater, FL

 06/01/2024

 Clearwater,FL