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Sports & STEAM Intern

CompanyYMCA of Greater Grand Rapids
LocationGrand Rapids
Work ModeOn Site
PostedOctober 16, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
Assist with planning and delivering sports and STEAM programs, including scheduling activities, preparing facilities, managing equipment, and recruiting and guiding volunteer coaches. Track registrations, attendance, and results; help promote programs; and share ideas to improve program quality and participant experience.
Internship Type
full time
Company Size
528
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:

  • Winter internship, January - April 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 ManagementSchedulingFacility PreparationEquipment ManagementVolunteer RecruitmentCoach Training and SupervisionRegistration TrackingAttendance TrackingResults TrackingProgram PromotionFlyer CreationProgram EvaluationCommunity EngagementSafety Standards
Categories
Sports & RecreationEducationManagement & Leadership
Benefits
Free YMCA Membership
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