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Student - Recreation & Culture

CompanyCity of West Kelowna
LocationWest Kelowna
Work ModeOn Site
PostedDecember 23, 2025
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
The student will assist the Program and Event Coordinators with all aspects of summer programming, including day camps and special events. There may also be opportunities to instruct children's programs in the spring.
Internship Type
full time
Salary Range
CA$20 - CA$25
Company Size
150
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
35 hours
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About The Company
Sun-soaked lakeshores, agricultural charm, and access to urban jobs and living have made West Kelowna a rising star. There are many reasons why West Kelowna and Greater Westside are great places to be. We offer competitive salaries, excellent benefits, numerous employee wellness incentives, an earned time off program and professional development opportunities.
About the Role
STUDENT - RECREATION & CULTURE

The City of West Kelowna has an opening for a student in the Recreation and Culture Department. The student will assist the Program and Event Coordinators with all aspects of summer programing. This would include our summer day camp programs, specialty camps, Park Play Days and special events such as Music in the Park. There also may be opportunities to instruct various children’s programs in the spring.

REQUIREMENTS:
  • Enrolled in a Recreation / Leisure Services program is preferred, or related discipline, at a post-secondary institution
  • Must be attending college or university during the last school term and returning to studies in the subsequent academic year
  • Ability to teach sport and recreation skills and manage large groups of children
  • Demonstrated computer skills in Microsoft Office
  • Strong customer service skills
  • Excellent communication skills – both verbal and written
  • Good interpersonal and organizational skills
  • Able to provide a current police information check
  • Ability to work flexible work hours, including evenings and weekends
  • Valid Class 5 or 7 BC Drivers License; Drivers Abstract will be required when applying
This position will start in May until the end of August working 35 hours per week.  The hourly rate will depend on the post secondary program you are attending, ranging from $ 20.23 - $25.29 plus 14% in lieu pay. The position will require occasional shift work including weekend shifts

Applications are accepted online at westkelownacity.ca/jobs. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Competition No. 26-08E| Opens December 22, 2024 | Closes January 26, 2025
Key Skills
Recreation SkillsCommunication SkillsCustomer Service SkillsOrganizational SkillsInterpersonal SkillsComputer SkillsTeaching SkillsGroup Management
Categories
Sports & RecreationEducationGovernment & Public Sector