Intern, ʻŌlino Pathways Athletics and Wellness

Job PurposeThe Athletics & Wellness Internship is designed to support the successful implementation of our summer drop-in and enrolled sports and wellness programs. The intern plays a key role in program operations by assisting with supervision of kamalei (youth participants/beneficiaries), providing hands-on program support, and helping ensure a safe, structured, and engaging environment. In addition, the intern serves as a collaborative thought partner to continuously strengthen the quality, safety, and overall impact of our athletics and wellness department programming.Learning ObjectivesYouth Engagement & Facilitation - Build hands-on skills in supervising and supporting kamalei in sports and wellness programming.Safety & Risk Management - Gain practical experience maintaining a safe, inclusive program environment.Program Operations Exposure - Develop an understanding of athletics and wellness program coordination and daily logistics.Professional Communication & Leadership - Strengthen teamwork, communication, and emerging leadership skills through active collaboration and reflection.Essential ResponsibilitiesAssist with setup and breakdown of sports and wellness programming spaces and equipment.Support supervision of kamalei during drop-in and enrolled programs.Help facilitate drills, activities, and basic sports/wellness exercises under team guidance.Participate in team meetings and share observations.Conduct kamalei check-in/check-out support and basic attendance tracking.Observe and report safety concerns or incidents to athletics and wellness team.Shadow athletics and wellness team members to learn department workflows.Other DutiesAdheres to internship program guidelines and supports department needs as assigned. Completes a variety of tasks that provide broad exposure to departmental workflows. Actively builds new skills, strengthens existing abilities, and applies learning to real-world projects and responsibilities.QualificationsHigh School Diploma or associate's degree required.Interest in learning and contributing to LT's missionExperience participating in athletics, clubs, or team-based activities.Ability to work collaboratively within a creative and kamalei-centered environment. Strong communication skills.Willingness to collaborate and take initiativeBasic understanding of classroom management or instructional support.Basic comfort with computers and common software (Word, Google Suite, etc.)Work Schedule & LocationEstimated timeframe: June-July 2026Weekly schedule: 35-40 hours per weekLocation: Onsite / Lili'uokalani Center 932 Ward Ave, Honolulu HI 96814Job CompetenciesAloha: awareness and approach to the work with compassion, empathy, and kindness.'Imi Na'auao: a constant desire for seeking knowledge; lifelong learner.Po'okele: desire to perform in excellence.Wiwo'ole: maintain a courageous, brave, and fearless mindset.Pono: understand the appropriateness of time, place, reason, people, and toolsKuleana: bring a deep sense of responsibility and accountabilityOrganization CompetenciesAlignment with Queen's legacy: Understanding and appreciation of Queen Lili'uokalani's story, her legacy, and the Hawaiian culture is foundational to staff's commitment to working with our Hawaiian children, families, and communities. Demonstrates respect for and appreciation of Hawaiian values, history, and culture, and understands their implications in one's work, relationship-building, and connection to the community served.Ho'omau i ka 'Imi Na'auao (Continuous Learning and Improvement): Committed to creating and reinforcing an environment of continuous learning and improvement.Hō'ike i Nā Mana'o Pono (Effective Communication): Communicates with those we serve and with colleagues in a manner that results in mutual understanding, harmony, and action.No'ono'o Loa (Critical Thinking and Problem Solving): Actively and skillfully understands, conceptualizes, applies, analyzes, synthesizes, and/or evaluates information and develops fact-based analyses and recommendations.Ho'okumu A'e / 'Imi Hakuhia (Innovation): Identifies and integrates creative ideas into new or existing services and promotes effective problem-solving.Pilina Ho'ohana a me ka Hana Hilina'i (Building Relationships and Creating Trust): Manages relationships to create optimal opportunities and move the organization forward.Alu Like i ka Hana (Teamwork): Works cooperatively and collaboratively with others throughout the organization in alignment with organizational objectives.Ho'onui i ka 'Ike (Capacity Building): Encourages personal growth by exhibiting trust and belief in the capacity of others.Mental and Physical DemandsAbility to lift 25lbs pounds. Requires frequent sitting, bending, standing...Terms and Conditions of EmploymentAs a condition of employment, employee will be subject to LT's policies and procedures.Job Title: Athletics & Wellness InternReports to: Manager, 'Ōlino Pathways AthleticsFLSA Status: Non-ExemptAligned Executive: President & CEOKipuka: Lili'uokalani CenterDepartment: Youth Programs