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Many parks and recreation agencies take the time to prepare students for the industry through internships. For those organizations looking to hire an intern, the following will provide some tips in forming a plan to make the experience positive and beneficial for both parties.
Internships are a great way to provide a young professional an opportunity to experience the field as well as a realistic understanding of the day-to-day operations of a parks and recreation department. Conversely, an intern provides a department the ability to bring on an additional staff member to assist in leading programming, working on specific projects, or assisting throughout the department.
Strategies For Success
Once you have decided to bring an intern into the organization, make sure you create the most successful experience possible. As outlined by Doug and Polly White from Entreprenuer.com (https://www.entrepreneur.com/article/300092), as an employer, there are six ways to create a successful internship for both you and the student: