Healthy Lifestyles/Sports Internship Program

Overview

Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Kansas City maintains a robust sporting and Wellness/Healthy Lifestyles Program, which includes running three KC Metro Sports leagues (flag football, basketball, baseball/softball) and partnering with outside organizations to promote wellness and physical activity to our Club members and the community. The Sports L.A.B. Advisory Board provides oversite of the programming and gives recommendations. A Healthy Lifestyles/Athletics intern with BGCGKC will have the opportunity to interface with several departments in our administrative office, in our Clubs, with partner organizations like the Kansas City Royals, WIN for KC, and the Kansas City Chiefs, and with our youth. In the ever-changing environment of youth sports and youth development, experiences such as game management, scheduling, ordering equipment, marketing, and budgeting are all areas that an intern can expect to gain experience in.

Requirements

The candidate must receive college credit from the internship and be in good standing with his/her college/university.

Duration

The internship is flexible and to fit into the college’s requirements, it can be anywhere from 6-12 weeks long, covering either a fall, spring, or summer semester.

Stipend

$100 per week

Application process

Submit a resume and cover letter to Kary Kankey, Director of Healthy Lifestyles (kkankey@helpkckids.org)

Goal

To gain positive work experience in the non-profit sector, focusing on managing athletic programming, sports league/clinic administration, and Healthy Lifestyles programming.

Examples of Tasks Assigned

Examples of Skills That Will be Developed 

Cross-Department Functions

Job Description

Job Title: Athletics/Healthy Lifestyles Intern

Position Classification: Intern

Reports To: Director of Healthy Lifestyles

General Function

Assist with the planning and execution of sports and healthy lifestyles programming. This includes the recruitment and training of coaches, recruitment and registering participants, creating teams and league schedules, and setting up gameday operations.

Assist with the execution of sports and wellness partnerships.

Serve as a liaison within Clubs to build awareness of the BGCGKC sports programming. Promote athletic activity and participation in BGCGKC sports programming and leagues.

Facilitate sports programming, leagues, and activities in Clubs. 

Manage and inventory athletic equipment.

Promote active lifestyles, including wellness programming, to Club members and families through a variety of avenues, including in-person and social media.

Know How

Must have ability to communicate effectively with staff, youth, parents, and local community partners of all demographics. Must demonstrate written and verbal communication skills to prepare and present oral presentations effectively.

Job Segments

• Plan, implement, facilitate, supervise, and evaluate sports/wellness programs, activities, and events.
• Understand the Clubs’ philosophy, vision, and goals.
• Understand youth development.

• Plan and implement quality programs for youth.
• Provide guidance and role modeling to members.
• Plan sports clinics and sports-related field trips.
• Promote safety of members, quality programs, and appearance of the Club at all times.
• Recruit club members for sporting leagues and activities.
• Other duties assigned by Director of Healthy Lifestyles or Healthy Lifestyles Liaison.

End Results

A variety of interactive sports and fitness programs, activities and services will meet the ever-changing needs of youth, parents, and community. The community and parents are well informed about the Clubs’ programs, activities, and services.