Media Specialist Intern: Summer 2026
Lakeland Hills YMCASalary Range$20.00 - $20.00 HourlyPosition TypeSeasonalJob ShiftDay
Description
Media Specialist Intern: Summer 2026: Part Time/Seasonal
Location: Lakeland Hills YMCA in Mountain Lakes, NJ
Schedule: June 22 – August 14, 2026
Hours: 9:00 AM–1:00 PM or 11:00 AM–3:00 PM (varies)
About the Role
The Lakeland Hills Family YMCA is looking for a creative and organized Media Specialist to capture the energy and excitement of Summer Camp.Responsible for taking and gathering all camp photos and events for parent communication and distributing this information in a fun exciting way. This position will also be responsible for the use of multiple social media platforms (Instagram, Facebook, Waldo). Photography, videography, and editing experience required. Other projects include end of the summer farewell video and promotional piece for the next summer
If you love storytelling through visuals and working in a lively environment, this is the role for you.
What You’ll Do
- Photograph and document daily camp activities
- Upload photos to Waldo and manage the Waldo dashboard
- Post content on Instagram, Facebook, and other platforms
- Produce PR-quality photos weekly for YMCA marketing use
- Create an end-of-season farewell video for families
- Assist with special events, theme days, and camp operations
- Collaborate with IT and camp leadership as needed
Bonus Opportunity!
- Additional paid project in October to create a promotional Camp video
Qualifications
Requirements
- Photography, videography, and editing experience
- Knowledge of social media platforms
- Strong time management and organization skills
- Creative mindset with attention to detail
- One year of college preferred
- At least 18 years if age
Benefits:
- NJ Sick Leave
- Free membership during employment including access to BRAND NEW state of the art fitness facility, regulation-sized pool and group fitness classes including pilates, yoga, zumba and more.
- Program discounts on specialty programs/services.
- Access to internal opportunities as they arise.