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$17/hr–$17/hr
Internship
bachelor degree
Discounted recreation classes, Free admission to select Park District facilities
Posted 12d ago
~20 hrs/week
Responsibilities
The intern will assist in the operation, setup, and teardown of events at the Peoria Zoo and Luthy Botanical Garden. They will also support full-time staff with routine duties and participate in signature park district events and professional development sessions.
Requirements
Candidates must be current college undergraduate students available to work up to 20 hours per week. Previous experience in hospitality, special events, or culinary fields is preferred, along with the ability to perform physically demanding tasks.
Full job description
Job DetailsJob Location: PEORIA ZOO - PEORIA, IL 61603Position Type: InternshipSalary Range: $17.00 - $17.00 HourlyDuties: Under the supervision of the Sales and Events Coordinator, the Event Planning Intern – Zoo is responsible for the following:
Assist in the operation of events at Peoria Zoo and Luthy Botanical Garden including the setup and teardown of the events. Assist in maintaining the appearance and cleanliness of all designated areas of the event space. Assist full time staff with routine duties during the course of an event. As part of the internship program, all interns will assist in several Peoria Park District signature events, as assigned. All interns will participate in professional development sessions and team-building activities as assigned. Follow all Peoria Park District rules, policies, and procedures. Follow all safety procedures that pertain to the duties performed and support all aspects of the Peoria Park District’s safety program. Perform all other duties as assigned.
Essential Functions
Ability to stand, bend, stoop, and sit for extended periods of time. Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds. QualificationsEducation: Current college undergrad student (Sept 2026 - Dec 2026). This is internship is a grant-funded position from the Illinois Criminal Justice Information Authority and available to current/active undergraduate-aged individuals, ages 18 years or older with up to 20 hours per week.
Experience: Previous hospitality, special events and culinary experience preferred.
Knowledge and Ability
Ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends, evenings, and holidays. Ability to perform physically demanding work. Ability to follow picture-based event layouts. Ability to be professional, respectful, accountable, innovative, safe, and equitable to both internal and external customers.
Perks
Part-time employees enjoy discounted recreation classes and free admission to select Park District facilities.
The Peoria Park District hires without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, pregnancy, military status or unfavorable discharge from military service, protected veteran status, or on the basis of any characteristic protected by law.
All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.
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Offering quality parks and recreation experiences to those who live, work, and play in our District.
Industry
Recreational Facilities
Company size
201-500 employees
Headquarters
Peoria, IL
LinkedIn followers
1,791
The Peoria Park District (formal name: The Pleasure Driveway and Park District of Peoria) was organized in 1894 and was the first park system formed in Illinois. Our mission: We contribute to healthy and vibrant communities by responsibly using our resources to offer high quality parks, recreation, and education experiences to those who live, work, or play in our District. We will be responsible stewards of all District resources. We will focus on services that make the greatest impact. We will create a culture that values and supports each other, those we serve and our community.
The Peoria Park District has been honored with the highest and most prestigious honor attainable by a park and recreation agency: the 2010 Gold Medal Grand Award by the American Academy for Park & Recreation Administration in partnership with the National Recreation & Park Association.
Interested in working or volunteering with us? Visit us online at: https://peoriaparks.org/careers/
Offices: 1125 W Lake Ave, Peoria, IL 61614, US
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