Job ID

74457

Job Title

Athletics and Recreation Intern (Black Graduate Internship Program)

Regular/Temporary

Temporary

Location

Central Campus

Open Date

02/20/2026

Job Type

Student

Close Date

03/05/2026

Employee Group

Interim

Favorite Job

Department

Ath&Rec Central Admin

Full/Part Time

Full-Time

Salary Grade/Band

Temp 3

Salary Range

$18.95 - $29.52 (hourly)

Job Code

INT254

Existing Vacancy

Yes - Backfilling as Existing

Contract Duration

12.1 Months

Target Number of Openings

3

Hours per Week

35

Posting Details

Schedule

Up to 35 hours per week.

Education Level

Bachelors Degree in a relevant field.

Career Level

Previous experience in athletic or varsity sports is preferred.

Job Description

Department, Unit or Project Description:

Join Our Team in Athletics & Recreation! Multiple Opportunities Available under the Black Graduate Internship Program

Are you looking for an exciting opportunity to gain valuable experience during an internship? Look no further! Athletics & Recreation at McMaster University is offering three (3) internships positions, and we want YOU to be part of our team. As part of ongoing work towards inclusive excellence, McMaster Athletics and Recreation department is pleased to offer recent graduates who identify as Black the opportunity to apply for 3 one-year paid internships beginning in May 2026.

About Us:
The Department of Athletics and Recreation (A&R- a division of Student Affairs) provides students, staff, faculty, alumni and the greater community the opportunity to pursue athletic excellence and recreational activities. The mission of the department is to cultivate human potential and well-being through recreation and sport. The operating units of the department include interuniversity athletics, recreation, and sport medicine.

Purpose of Internships

The internship positions are designed to provide valuable work experience to qualified recent graduates that have an interest in pursuing a career within athletics and recreation. Successful candidates will have the opportunity to build professional networks and expand career skills while exploring potential career paths. The internship will provide exposure to many main categories that Black graduate interns can consider when applying for the role. Please see below:

• Communications & Marketing
• Community & Alumni Engagement
• Sponsorship/Partnerships
• Varsity Sports/Coaching Opportunities
• Varsity Academic Support
• Varsity Clinics and High performance
• Central Administration
• Recreation

Job Summary:

Responsible for coordinating, administering, and evaluating existing Athletics and Recreation programs/ services. Act as a mentor, and provide front-line support to athlete services, sports club coordination and the day-to-day running of the Athletics Department. Role will support the department with various aspects of, including, but not limited to, recruitment, fundraising, alumni and community engagement, event planning, and marketing. Collaborate with coaches and members within Athletics and Recreation to ensure high level of service and support is provided.

Accountabilities:

Qualifications:
Education: Bachelors Degree in a relevant field.

Experience: Previous experience in athletic or varsity sports is preferred.

Assets:

• Ability to be flexible and adaptable. Willingness and ability to work flexible hours, especially during the sports season portion of the academic year, including many evenings and weekends.
• Works well with others and independently.
• Problem solver and enjoys coming up with creative solutions when needed.
• Ability to effectively coordinate/organize/prioritize detailed work and meet deadlines while maintaining a positive, effective, and professional approach.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Additional Information:

Eligibility: In order to apply for this internship, you must meet all of the following criteria. All candidates who meet the below criteria are encouraged to apply but preference will be given to McMaster graduates.

• Have graduated from a University within the last three (3) years.
• Current students need to have completed required credits for graduation by April 2026.
• Be eligible to work in Canada
• Identify as Black
• Have an interest in pursuing a career in Athletics and Recreation
• Bachelors Degree in a relevant field

Hours of work & rate of pay: 35 hours per week, $25.81 per hour

How To Apply

Please submit an application online by March 4th and ensure you provide details on:

1. Expression of interest: no longer than 1-pager that explains the following:

• Your career ambitions and what kinds of experience you hope to gain through this internship
• Any relevant knowledge, experience or skills, which will help you to be successful during the internship.
• Availability for May 2026 start date (Marking no will not automatically disqualify you. If not available to start in May, please indicate when your earliest start date could be in your expression of interest.)

2. Updated Resume

Feel free to combine both documents. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to an interview in March and hiring decisions will be made by early April.

It is anticipated that the internships will be in person on McMaster’s main campus, however, a hybrid work schedule (virtual and in person) may be offered depending on the nature of the role. Please visit https://active.mcmaster.ca/ for more information about the Athletics and Recreation department. If you have any questions about the internship, please contact Joanna Lambucka, HR Partner at sahr@mcmaster.ca.

Employment Equity Statement

McMaster University is located on the traditional territories of the Haudenosaunee and Mississauga Nations and within the lands protected by the “Dish With One Spoon” wampum agreement.

The diversity of our workforce is at the core of our innovation and creativity and strengthens our research and teaching excellence. In keeping with its Statement on Building an Inclusive Community with a Shared Purpose, McMaster University strives to embody the values of respect, collaboration and diversity, and has a strong commitment to employment equity.

The University seeks qualified candidates who share our commitment to equity and inclusion, who will contribute to the diversification of ideas and perspectives, and especially welcomes applications from indigenous (First Nations, Métis or Inuit) peoples, members of racialized communities, persons with disabilities, women, and persons who identify as 2SLGBTQ+.

As part of McMaster’s commitment, all applicants are invited to complete a confidential Applicant Diversity Survey through the online application submission process. The Survey questionnaire requests voluntary self-identification in relation to equity-seeking groups that have historically faced and continue to face barriers in employment. Please refer to the Applicant Diversity Survey - Statement of Collection for additional information.

Job applicants requiring accommodation to participate in the hiring process should contact:

• Human Resources Service Centre at 905-525-9140 ext. 222-HR (22247), or
• Faculty of Health Sciences HR Office at ext. 22207, or
• School of Graduate Studies at ext. 23679

to communicate accommodation needs.

Hybrid Work Language

To ensure an ongoing and vibrant University community that meets the needs of our students, staff and faculty and supports the University mission, ability to work on-site continues to be a requirement for most University positions. The University is supportive of exploring flexible work arrangements that effectively balance operational needs and employee interests.

Interview Experience

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