Sport Recreation/Administration Intern

Sport and Recreation/Administration Intern
Toronto Pan Am Sports Centre Inc. – Internship Opportunity

Toronto Pan Am Sports Centre Inc. has an opportunity available for a Sport and Recreation/Administration Intern to join our team

This internship is designed for students currently enrolled in a post-secondary institution (college or university) and is a required component of their academic program. Students must be eligible to complete this internship through their school in order to be considered.

As a Sport and Recreation/Administration Intern, you will have the opportunity to learn about the administrative, logistical, and operational aspects of the Sport and Recreation and Administration Department. You will gain insight into the departments' daily operations and develop a practical understanding of the sport and recreation and high-performance sport environment through hands-on experience in program delivery, event coordination, and administrative tasks.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare, format, and proofread internal documents, reports, presentations, and correspondence
• Conduct research and compile data to support reports, presentations, and strategic planning
• Maintain organized filing systems—both physical and digital—for departmental records and documents
• Support the Administration team with data entry, tracking, and database maintenance
• Assist in the planning, organization, and delivery of sport and recreational programs and activities along with daily administrative tasks.
• Perform general administrative tasks such as data entry, filing, and schedule coordination.
• Provide on-site operational support during events, tournaments, and programs.
• Shadow staff across the Organization's key operational areas including Aquatics, Fitness Centre, and Field House to gain insight into departmental workflows.
• Support customer service efforts by engaging with various members and help addressing general inquiries in a professional and timely manner
• Assist with facility setup, takedown, and equipment management for programs and planning and delivery of events.
• Demonstrate flexibility and adaptability by assisting with various duties that support the overall success of the department.

Opportunities for Learning and Development:

• Demonstrate an understanding of the structure and operations of High-Performance sport organizations, including Provincial and National Sport Organizations (PSOs & NSOs).
• Apply professional administrative skills in a real-world sport and recreation environment.
• Communicate clearly and professionally with fellow students, employees, program participants, and key stakeholders.
• Coordinate and support the delivery of various sport and recreation events, programs, and services as part of a hands-on learning experience.
• Conduct business-related research to support planning, reporting, and program development.
• Develop practical skills in facility operations, customer service, and team collaboration.
• Enhance time management, problem-solving, and project coordination skills applicable to future careers.
• Evaluate job shadowing and placement experiences to explore and identify potential career opportunities within the sport and recreation sector.

Qualifications:

• Currently enrolled in full-time studies in a post-secondary program (Sport Management, Recreation, Kinesiology, or closely related field)
• Legally authorized to participate in a work placement in Canada
• Demonstrates passion for sport, health, and community recreation
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with a customer-focused mindset
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team
• Proactive, dependable, and eager to learn in a fast-paced environment
• Skilled in using Microsoft Office Suite applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Strong interpersonal skills and a professional demeanor
• A police vulnerable sector check is required for the successful candidate

Term & Honorarium:
Internship may be 2 or 4 months in duration, depending on your academic program requirements. Students will receive an honorarium of up to $1,500 upon successful completion of the internship

Placement Dates & Location:

This internship will take place at the Toronto Pan Am Sports Centre, located at 875 Morningside Avenue, Scarborough, ON M1C 0C7

Internship term will be January 2026 to April 2026 depending on your academic program requirements

How to Apply:
Please submit your cover letter and resume by email to the attention of: Administrative Coordinator, by January 2, 2026

About Us: A legacy of the 2015 Toronto Pan Am and Parapan Am Games, Toronto Pan Am Sports Centre is operated by a corporation co-owned by the City of Toronto and the University of Toronto. The world-class facility was the largest sport new-build for the Games and the largest infrastructure investment in Canadian amateur sport history. Toronto Pan Am Sports Centre delivers extensive programming that serves recreational and community groups, university students, high performance athletes, as well as fitness centre clientele. The building's 312,000 square-feet includes two internationally sanctioned 10-lane 50-metre pools, a world-class dive pool and dry-land dive training facilities, a four-court gymnasium, a rock climbing wall, an indoor running track, conditioning rooms, a high performance testing centre, studio spaces, and a state-of-the-art fitness centre for members. The Canadian Sport Institute Ontario (CSIO) is located at Toronto Pan Am Sports Centre and provides world-leading sport science and sport performance services. Toronto Pan Am Sports Centre opened to community users, University of Toronto faculty, staff and students, City of Toronto program users and high performance in September 2014. For more information visit

Toronto Pan Am Sports Centre Inc. is committed to creating an inclusive and diverse work environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, age, marital status, family status, or disability. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process.

Job Type: Internship / Co-op
Contract length: 2-4 months

Application question(s):

• Are you presently enrolled in a post-secondary academic program that includes a mandatory internship component?
• Please specify the total number of internship hours required by your post-secondary institution to satisfy the program's completion criteria.

Work Location: In person