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MWR Internship, Elizabeth City, North Carolina
DESCRIPTION: Coast Guard Base Elizabeth City lies on the outskirts of Elizabeth City, NC, 35 minutes from the Virginia border and 45 minutes from the Outer Banks of North Carolina. Morale, Well-Being, and Recreation (MWR) facilities/activities on the installation include: Gym/Pool complex, Racquetball & Volleyball courts, Weight Rooms, Athletic Fields, a Driving Range, Tours & Tickets Office, Equipment Rental, Recreational Lodging Cabins, a Beach, and a Food and Beverage Facility. Interns can expect to gain operational and programming experience in a number of these facilities. Click here to visit their web site for more information.
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Support Center Elizabeth City seeks interns with emphasis in abilities to gain experience in conducting intramural sports competitions, outdoor recreation programs, food and beverage operations, beach operation and programming, special events, and new initiatives. Opportunities exist in all facilities/programs listed above. Must be a student in good standing pursuing an undergraduate/graduate degree in Recreation or other MWR-related field and identified as such by an institution of higher learning having an affiliation agreement with the Coast Guard.
SUPERVISOR QUALIFICATIONS: Mr. Tony Buero began as the MWR Director at Elizabeth City in January 2007. Tony’s experience includes 28 years of service with the U.S. Navy, retiring as a Lieutenant Commander. While on active duty, he served as Director of MWR, Naval Training Center Orlando and as the Administrative Officer/MWR Officer on board the USS HARRY S TRUMAN (CVN 75). Leadership skills are a natural, he is a fine mentor, and is aggressively working on numerous new and exciting events for Elizabeth City.
HOUSING: Housing will be provided on a share basis. Two students per facility, sharing kitchen and restroom. Students will coordinate housing with the Elizabeth City MWR Director once accepted at that location.
MEALS: Interns will be issued a meal pass for the galley that serves 3 meals per day. Interns will coordinate meal times with the Elizabeth City MWR Director once accepted at that location.
PAY: No pay, this is a volunteer internship.
TRAVEL: Travel to and from the internship is the responsibility of the student. Arrangements may be made for pick up at the airport by contacting the Elizabeth City MWR Director prior to arrival. Contact information will be provided to you once selected for the internship.
AVAILABILITY: Intern positions may be open for 12 to 16 weeks in duration (depending on school requirements), on a year-round basis. (Note: There is no requirement to join the Coast Guard, these are civilian positions).
TO APPLY: Application deadline is 1 March for summer semester internships. Planning ahead is most important especially if we need to establish an affiliation agreement with your university. Send a resume with cover letter (include locations of interest and desired semester on cover), official transcripts, and letter of recommendation to:
US Coast Guard
Community Services Command
MWR Attn: Robert Davis
510 Independence Parkway, Suite 500
Chesapeake, VA 23320
For further information about MWR internships contact, Robert.L.Davis@USCG.MIL
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