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If you would like to volunteer, please see the information below.

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For information on a specific job, internship, practicum or volunteer opportunity, contact:


112 E. Willow Street
Fort Collins, CO 80521
Ph:  (970) 221-6655
Fax: (970) 416-2100
TDD: (970) 224-6002

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Jobs

Part-time & seasonal openings are available in the following program areas:

  • Adaptive Recreation
  • Arts and Crafts
  • Dance
  • Fitness
  • General Interest
  • Ice Skating
  • Sports
  • Teens
  • Swimming
  • Youth
Jobs may be available
at the following facilities:
Types of positions
available may include:
  • activity leaders
  • adaptive program leaders
  • coaches
  • concessionaires
  • facility attendants
  • instructors
  • lifeguards
  • maintenance
  • officials
  • reception & clerical
  • scorekeepers 
  • sign language interpreters

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Internships
We're seeking students with academic training in:
  • Business
  • Gerontology
  • Health & Exercise Science
  • Human Development
  • Physical Education
  • Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing or Graphic Design
  • Recreation Administration
  • Therapeutic Recreation
We offer experiences in:
  • Committee Work
  • Leadership
  • Operations Management
  • Program Planning,
    Implementation &
    Evaluation
  • Project Management
  • Publicity Development
  • Research
  • Team Building
  • Therapeutic Recreation
Important Information!!!
  • Work up to 40 hours a week for school credit.
  • Free drop-in access to Recreation facilities.
Our interns gain experience in the areas of:
  • Adaptive Recreation
  • Arts & Crafts
  • Aquatics
  • Communications, Marketing & Graphic Design
  • Educational Activities
  • Farm Activities
  • Fitness
  • Ice Skating 
  • Older Adult Activities
  • Special Events 
  • Sports: Youth & Adults
  • Trips & Travel
  • Youth & Teen Activities

To apply for an internship, email your cover letter and resume to

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Practicums
Practicum students work 10-35 hours a week for school credit.  We're seeking students with academic training in:
  • Business
  • Gerontology
  • Health & Exercise Science
  • Human Development
  • Physical Education
  • Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing or Graphic Design
  • Recreation Administration
  • Therapeutic Recreation
We offer practicum experiences in:
  • Adaptive Fitness/Recreation
  • Committee Work
  • Leadership
  • Operations Management
  • Publicity Development
  • Program Planning,
    Implementation &
    Evaluation
  • Project Management
  • Research
  • Special Event
    Coordination
  • Team Building
Our practicum students gain experience as program leaders in the areas of:
  • Adaptive Recreation
  • Arts & Crafts
  • Aquatics
  • Communications, Marketing & Graphic Design
  • Educational Activities
  • Farm Activities
  • Fitness
  • Ice Skating
  • Older Adult Activities
  • Special Events
  • Sports: Youth & Adults
  • Trips & Travel
  • Youth & Teen Activities

To apply for a practicum, email your cover letter and resume to

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Volunteers

You can volunteer in the following capacities:

Arts, Crafts & Pottery - assist children and adults with projects.
Adaptive Recreation- receive training and assist people with disabilities in recreation programs.
Coaches- youth sports include football, basketball, softball, volleyball, and track and field.
Drivers - provide transportation on trips and attend events free.
Senior Center- numerous opportunities available at a state-of-the-art facility.
Special Events - be part of the fun at any of our numerous events for all ages.
Water Safety Assistants - help teach swimming lessons and learn life-saving skills.
Youth Programs - assist with events and classes at The Farm, Youth Activity Center, and Northside Aztlan Community Center.

See the volunteer application (PDF 53KB) to apply today.

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Contact Info
For more information, contact members of the Recreation Management Team for your area of interest:
Interest Area Contact Phone No.
Adult Programs (970) 221-6357
Ice Skating & Aquatics (970) 221-6337
Recreation Management (970) 221-6368
Sports and Youth Programs (970) 221-6861
Therapeutic Recreation (970) 224-6027
Community Relations/Marketing (970) 221-6875
For information on a specific job, internship, practicum or volunteer opportunity, contact:


112 E. Willow Street
Fort Collins, CO 80521
Ph:  (970) 221-6655
Fax: (970) 416-2278
TDD: (970) 224-6002

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