Morale, Well-being, and Recreation Internship
Who may apply
Limited to the following applicant groups:
- Students
Borinquen Air Station, Puerto Rico
Kodiak, Alaska
Portsmouth, Virginia
Yorktown, Virginia
New London, Connecticut
Salary: $0.01 – $18
per hour
(NF-1)
Salary context
Based on 265 hourly jobs in the same occupational series. This role pays below most similar positions.
Job Details
Position Overview
This position is part of the Morale, Well-Being, and Recreation (MWR) Internship Program, which offers both paid and unpaid internship opportunities. The program is designed to provide students with hands-on experience in recreation, youth services, business operations, special events, marketing, and more within the United States Coast Guard's MWR programs.Duties
Internships are available at the following Coast Guard locations:
- Base Portsmouth, VA
- Training Center Yorktown, VA
- Base Kodiak, AK
- Base Borinquen, PR
- Base Cape Cod, New London, CT
Responsibilities
As an MWR Intern, you will:
- Assist with planning and delivering community recreation and special events
- Support fitness and wellness programming and outreach
- Work with youth and child development programs (location dependent)
- Gain exposure to food & beverage, lodging, and recreational business operations
- Contribute to social media and marketing efforts
- Provide quality customer service to military members and their families
- Participate in staff meetings, trainings, and cross-functional team projects
- Complete a final project or summary presentation of your experience
Qualifications & Requirements
Internship candidates should:- Be actively enrolled in a degree program in Recreation, Hospitality, Fitness, Sports Management, Child & Youth Development, Marketing, Business Administration, or a related field
- Be in good academic standing
- Demonstrate strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Show professionalism, initiative, and enthusiasm for working in a dynamic, service-focused environment
Education
You must be currently enrolled at least half-time in an accredited college or university. A transcript or verification of enrollment may be required.Some internships may qualify for academic credit-please confirm with your institution.
Requirements
- Must be a U.S. Citizen or legal resident eligible to work in the United States
- Must be enrolled in an accredited college or university
- Must be able to pass a background check
- Must apply at least 60 days prior to your desired internship start date
- Must meet any physical requirements relevant to the location (e.g., standing, lifting, working outdoors)
- If selected, a suitability background investigation will be conducted for your position. Assignment decisions-including participation and continued placement-are at the sole discretion of the Community Services Command (CSC) or hosting command.
Evaluations
Applications will be reviewed based on:- Resume and education
- Alignment with program goals
- Availability and preferred location(s)
- Optional cover letter or advisor recommendations
Required Documents
- Resume
- Academic transcript or proof of enrollment
- (Optional) Cover letter
- (Optional) Advisor letter (if seeking academic credit)
See 'How to Apply' for instructions.
How to Apply
Submit your application via email to: [email protected]Subject Line: [Your Last Name] - MWR Internship Application - [Preferred Location]
Please include:
- Your resume
- Cover letter/Essay (include location of interest and desired semester on cover)
- Official transcript
- Letter of recommendation
- Preferred internship dates
- Location preferences (ranked, if multiple)
- Whether you are seeking a paid or unpaid position
Application Deadline: Applications must be submitted no later than 60 days before the desired internship start date. Please read the "How You Will Be Evaluated Section."
Source: Data sourced from USAJOBS