Student Intern 2(864823) at Wayne County Government – Westland, Michigan

Title: Student Intern 2(864823)

Job Description

The Parks Special Event Student Intern 2 assists the Parks & Recreation Department with the planning, coordination, and execution of community events, festivals, and recreational programs. This internship provides hands-on experience in event planning, public engagement, and municipal recreation operations.

Responsibilities

Required Tasks:

• Assist with planning and organizing community events, festivals, and recreational programs.
• Support event setup and breakdown, including equipment, signage, and activity areas.
• Coordinate with staff, volunteers, vendors, and community partners.
• Provide customer service and information to event attendees.
• Assist with event registration, attendance tracking, and participant communication.
• Help promote events through social media, flyers, and community outreach.
• Conduct post-event evaluations and assist with reporting and documentation.
• Perform general administrative tasks such as data entry, scheduling, and supply inventory.
• Attend departmental meetings and planning sessions as needed.

Qualifications

Educational Requirements:

• Current enrollment in an accredited college or university program, with coursework in Recreation Management, Event Management, Parks & Recreation, Public Administration, Communications, or a related field.

Experience Requirements:

• Experience with volunteer coordination or community engagement preferred.
• Experience with Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, or volunteer management systems preferred

Job Info

Job Identification: 2648

Posting Date: 03/24/2026, 02:35 PM

Apply Before: 04/10/2026, 04:00 AM

Degree Level: Some College

Job Schedule: Full time

Job Shift: Day

Location: 33175 Ann Arbor Trl, Westland, MI, 48185, US