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
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
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.
Additional 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.
How to apply
Submit your application via email to: feedback@uscgmwr.org
