Internship Opportunities

YMCA of the Rockies

1 Mission - 2 Locations

Snow Mountain Ranch: Winter Park, CO

5000+ to play, make new and life-long friendships

Estes Park Center: Estes Park, CO

Bordered on 3 sides by Rocky Mountain National Park

OUR MISSION AND CULTURE:

We firmly believe in our mission of putting Christian principles into practice through programs, staff and facilities in an environment that builds healthy spirit, mind and body for all. We are committed to being welcoming to all people and to making a difference in the lives of our members, guests and staff. We count on our staff to provide extraordinary mission-based experiences for our guests and for each other.

GENERAL YMCA OF THE ROCKIES REQUIREMENTS:

• Uphold and reflect the YMCA core values of Caring, Honesty, Respect, Responsibility and Faith in all functions

• Uphold the YMCA of the Rockies Mission, policies, and programs.

• Possess and demonstrates excellent customer service skills; for example, friendly, personable, helpful, patient, and professional.

• Support the YMCA of the Rockies safety program. Promote safe work environment for guests, members, and staff.

• Must meet acceptable criminal background check standards.

Internship Opportunities

Fall 2024 Internship Opportunities

Guest Registration Intern (Estes Park Center, August 12th, 2024 to December 13th, 2024) Our guest registration internship provide those interested in hospitality management a valuable experience as they gain skills in a fast-paced hotel environment. They often provide the first face-to-face impression of YMCA of the Rockies to our guests and ensure they are given accurate and in-depth information about their accommodations and activities.

Food & Beverage Management Intern (Estes Park Center, August 12th, 2024 to December 13th, 2024) Our Food & Beverage Management internship is a learning experience that involves working closely with the Dining Rooms Managers to learn service excellence and team management, as well as work with the Food Service Office Manager to understand administrative function, organizations and relationships with bookings and the conference department. This role will also be responsible for overall day to day operations in all Front of the House Food Service common areas, banquet dining halls and dining rooms including customer service, training and supervising all staff.

Kitchen & Culinary Intern (Estes Park Center, August 12th, 2024 to December 13th, 2024) Our Kitchen and Culinary internship involves working closely with the Executive Chef and Sous Chef to learn culinary techniques, menu building and team management, as well as work with the Inventory Manager to understand stocking, product turnover, pricing and ordering within the Food & Beverage industry. This role will also be responsible for shift management of all kitchen & back of the house food service operations.

Activities Facilitator Intern (Snow Mountain Ranch, August 12th, 2024 - December 13th, 2024) Our Activity Facilitators are responsible for leading family-oriented and group programs for members and guests of all ages. This includes sports, archery, outdoor nature activities, mini-golf clubhouse, roller rink, science experiments, climbing wall, games and other family programs. Additionally, Activity Facilitators will assist guests at the program registration desk.

Program Desk Attendant Intern (Snow Mountain Ranch, August 12th, 2024 - December 13th, 2024) Our Program Desk Attendants are responsible for providing excellent customer service to guests and members. Daily responsibilities of Program Desk Attendants include opening and closing the building, managing a cash drawer and our activity registration system, being knowledgeable about our Programs, our Association, Rocky Mountain National Park, and the local community, and promoting current and future activities and offerings across the Y.