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Morale, Well-being, and Recreation Internship

Department of Homeland Security
U.S. Coast Guard
Community Services Command

Summary

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.

Overview

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Accepting applications
Open & closing dates
07/28/2025 to 07/27/2026
Salary
$0.01 to - $15 per hour

(Depending on internship type and location; unpaid academic credit options available).

Pay scale & grade
NF 1
Locations
Many vacancies in the following locations:
Kodiak, AK
New London, CT
Baltimore, MD
Aguadilla, PR
Remote job
No
Telework eligible
No
Travel Required
Not required
Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
Appointment type
Temporary - Internship
Work schedule
Full-time - 40 hours
Service
Excepted
Promotion potential
1 - Unpaid and NF-01 Rec-aid.
Job family (Series)
Supervisory status
No
Security clearance
Other
Drug test
No
Financial disclosure
No
Bargaining unit status
No
Announcement number
DEST-12772122-25-CEB
Control number
841761500

This job is open to

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The public

U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.

Clarification from the agency

Accepting applications. Offering Spring, Fall, Summer, Winter internships. Must start application 60 days before the internships begins.

Duties

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Internships are available at the following Coast Guard locations:

  • Base Portsmouth, VA
  • Base Kodiak, AK
  • U.S. Coast Guard Academy, New London, CT
  • Coast Guard Yard, Baltimore, MD
  • Base Borinquen, PR
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.

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

  • 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.

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 information

  • Housing and some meals are provided at select locations.
  • Internship length and duties vary by site and season.
  • Interns are not federal employees but may be eligible for limited benefits depending on funding and assignment.
  • This is a valuable opportunity to gain real-world experience while supporting service members and their families.
  • Please review supplemental links (located on the internship webpage) for:
    • Duty descriptions.
    • Program expectations.
    • Application process details.
  • https://www.coastguardmwr.org/internships.

Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

How you will be evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

Applications will also be reviewed based on:

  • Resume and education.
  • Alignment with program goals.
  • Availability and preferred location(s).
  • Optional cover letter or advisor recommendations.

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