INTERNSHIP DETAILS

Sports & STEAM Intern

CompanyYMCA of Greater Grand Rapids
LocationGrand Rapids
Work ModeOn Site
PostedMarch 5, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
The intern will assist in the planning, organization, and oversight of youth and adult sports leagues, classes, and special events, supporting daily operations like scheduling and facility preparation. This role also involves recruiting and supervising volunteer coaches, tracking program data, and contributing to program promotion and new idea generation.
Internship Type
full time
Company Size
502
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
40 hours
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About The Company
The YMCA of Greater Grand Rapids is a powerful association of men, women, and children from all ages and from all walks of life, joined together by a shared commitment to nurture the potential of kids, promote healthy living, and foster a sense of social responsibility. We believe that lasting personal and social change can only come about when we all work together to invest in our kids, our health, and our neighbors. Our impact is felt every day with a mission to put Christian principles into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind, and body for all.
About the Role

Description

The Sports & STEAM Intern supports the planning, organization, and delivery of youth and adult programs by assisting with scheduling, facility preparation, and equipment management. This role helps recruit and guide volunteer coaches, tracks registrations and results, and contributes to program promotion and new idea development. This internship provides a hands-on experience in program coordination, event management, and community engagement.


ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

  • Assist in planning, organizing, and overseeing youth and adult sports leagues, classes, and special events within sports & STEAM programming
  • Support daily operations of sports/STEAM programs, including scheduling games, practices, and facilities
  • Help recruit, train, and supervise volunteer coaches
  • Maintain equipment inventory, prepare fields/courts/classroom spaces, and ensure safety standards are met
  • Track registrations, attendance, and game results for a variety of programming
  • Observe and provide feedback on program quality to enhance participant experience
  • Research and share new program ideas for the department
  • Promote programs through flyer creation
  • Perform other duties as assigned

AVAILABILITY:

  • Summer internship, May - August with flexible start and end date.
  • Applicants must be available for weekday evenings and weekend responsibilities.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATION

  • State of Michigan criminal background clearance (ICHAT)
  • Blood Borne Pathogen training
  • Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certification required within the first 60 days
  • First Aid Certification required within the first 60 day

COMPENSATION:

Currently, we are unable to offer pay for internship hours. Interns who work over 10 hours a month are eligible for a free YMCA membership.


WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.


Key Skills
Program CoordinationEvent ManagementCommunity EngagementSchedulingFacility PreparationEquipment ManagementVolunteer SupervisionRegistration TrackingProgram PromotionSafety StandardsProgram EvaluationIdea Development
Categories
Sports & RecreationEducationAdministrative
Benefits
Free Ymca Membership