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Seasonal Summer Camp Intern

City of Dublin, Ohio
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Are you currently pursuing a degree in Recreation or Sports & Leisure AND interested in expanding your knowledge and experience in summer camps? Do you want to work with a dynamic and experienced Recreation Team that values innovation, training and growth? Then look no further for the perfect internship for you!

The Camps Intern plays a key support role within the Preschool, Youth & Teen (PYT) team to ensure the successful preparation, operation and closeout of the City of Dublin’s summer camp programs. This internship is designed to provide meaningful experience in recreation programming, youth development, operations, logistics and staff support.


Scheduling/Availability

  • The successful candidate is expected to work 15-20 hours per week from April-May and 35-40 hours per week from June-August
  • Although the internship is designed to begin in April, the actual start date may be adjusted to align with the successful candidate's availability
  • The ideal candidate will also be available to work occasional evening and weekend shifts as needed
  • During camp season, the successful candidate may be assigned to fill in as a Camp Counselor or Assistant Supervisor as needed


Intern Pay Structure
Undergraduate Freshman: $15.00/hour
Undergraduate Sophomore: $15.50/hour
Undergraduate Junior: $16.00/hour
Undergraduate Senior: $16.50/hour
First Year Graduate Student: $17.50/hour
Second Year Graduate Student: $19.00/hour

Beyond the Paycheck

  • Refer a Friend Bonus Program ($100 per successful employee referral)
  • Ohio Public Employee Retirement System (OPERS) enrollment and contributions
  • Potential Public Student Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligibility
  • 20% discount on classes and free textbooks at Franklin University
  • Fostering Internal Talent (FIT) Program offering incentives, training and team building
  • Discounts on memberships at the Dublin Community Recreation Center (DCRC)
  • The City maintains the cost of team member certifications and training time is paid ($40.00-$100.00 value). All certifications achieved belong to the team member.
  • Employee recognition and appreciation events throughout the summer
  • Discounted/free employee participation in select City events (Memorial Golf Tournament, Dublin Irish Festival, etc.)
  • Career mapping and growth opportunities

 

These duties reflect typical responsibilities but may evolve based on program needs. Examples of duties include, but are not limited to:

1. Pre-Season Responsibilities (April-May)

  • Staff Onboarding & Uniform Prep: Organize, label and distribute uniforms and nametags; assist with compliance and training tracking.
  • Training & Orientation Materials: Print/assemble staff training guides, tri-folds, signage, orientation packets and camp binders.
  • Camper & Program Materials: Create weekly sunscreen logs, support Supervisors with camper nametags and assemble materials such as coloring sheets, camp signage and yearbook content.
  • Technology Preparation: Organize tablets, phones, laptops and MiFis; install apps; program phone contacts; prepare login lists and site-specific inventory.
  • First Aid & Supplies: Prepare first-aid backpacks for each camp location; assist with supply organization and inventory.
  • Team & Office Support: Attend team meetings; support printing, purchasing and preparing items for staff orientation and the start of camp.

2. In-Season Responsibilities (June-August)

Communication & Media

  • Draft weekly newsletters for all camp locations including announcements, field trips and photos.
  • Review camper photos for appropriateness and accuracy; communicate reminders to staff as needed.

Program & Operations Support

  • Coordinate the Summer Library Program with CML–Dublin, including weekly book exchanges.
  • Assist with field trip coordination, payments, and onsite support for major trips.
  • Purchase and restock programming supplies in coordination with Program Specialist and administrative staff.

Staffing Support

  • Fill in as needed as a Camp Counselor or Assistant Supervisor, providing activity support, supervision and behavior management.

Extended Camp Weeks (Late July-Early August)

  • Assist with planning Extended Weeks curriculum (crafts, outdoor education, sports/games, team-building).
  • Support supply purchasing; field trips, pool days and daily operations.
  • Serve in an Assistant Supervisor role during Extended Weeks as assigned.

3. End-of-Season & Post-Camp Responsibilities (Late August)

  • Assist in packing and closing out materials at each camp location.
  • Sort, clean, inventory supplies technology, badges and binders.
  • Support PYT team in reorganizing camp storage locations.
  • Organize digital files, newsletters and documentation for transition into the next camp season.

 

Minimum Qualifications

  • Currently pursuing a degree in Recreation Administration, Sports & Leisure Studies, Outdoor Education or a related field
  • Possession of a valid driver’s license
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively
  • Previous experience in a recreation, camp or sports-related environment
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a strong attention to detail and time management

Preferred Qualifications

  • At least one (1) year of college course work in recreation, education, or related field OR two (2) or more years work experience in a recreation-related field
  • Interest in and a strong basic knowledge of camp and/or recreation programs
  • Experience managing or working with students in any setting (recreation, education or youth programs)

Other Requirements

  • Attend staff meetings and trainings
  • Regular, predictable and punctual attendance
  • Maintain confidentiality and follow all mandatory reporting guidelines
  • Support inclusion and equity initiatives across all camp programs
  • Evaluate camp program and environment and provide input to support staff and supervisors
  • Demonstrate consistent, positive and professional representation of the City of Dublin
  • Accept other responsibilities deemed necessary by your supervisor in order to ensure quality service to all campers
  • Perform duties assigned to the best of your ability and with a positive attitude

Core Competencies

Approachability: Is easy to approach and talk to; spends the extra effort to put others at ease; can be warm, pleasant, and gracious; is sensitive to and patient with the interpersonal anxieties of others; builds rapport well; is a good listener; is an early knower, getting informal and incomplete information in time to do something about it.

Flexibility: Adjusts to short-term changing environment as changes arrive, quickly and calmly; deals with unexpected problems or tasks effectively.

Time Management: Makes decisions in a timely manner, sometimes with incomplete information and under tight deadlines and pressure; able to make a quick decision.  

Planning: Accurately scopes out length and difficulty of tasks and projects; sets objectives and goals; breaks down work into the process steps; develops schedules and task/people assignments; anticipates and adjusts for problems and roadblocks; measures performance against goals; evaluates results.

Creativity: Comes up with of new and unique ideas; easily makes connections among previously unrelated notions; tends to be seen as original and value-added in brainstorming settings.

Supplemental Information: All positions within this job classification have been designated as Casual in nature and all employees serving in such positions are considered to be Casual Employees. Casual employees serve strictly at the pleasure of the City and their employment may be terminated at any time for any reason, with or without cause.
 

THE CITY OF DUBLIN IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

 

Drug-Free Workplace Policy: The City of Dublin is a drug-free workplace (AO 2.35) which prohibits the use of controlled substances including marijuana. As permitted by law and in accordance with City Policy, new hires must pass a pre-employment drug test before appointment to any City position. Please note, this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to Administrative Orders 2.38, or as outlined in the posting.

DEI Statement: The City of Dublin is committed to establishing and maintaining an inclusive and equitable community. We work to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. We actively celebrate colleagues’ differences, support them through their careers with us, and prohibit discrimination and harassment. We strive to ensure equitable access to resources and opportunities that allow individuals and groups to feel safe, respected, motivated, and valued. Creating a culture of equity and belonging helps to ensure we meet the needs of all residents, visitors, and City of Dublin employees.