DESCRIPTION:  U. S. Coast Guard Yard is located on the east end of Baltimore, Maryland, on Curtis Bay. The base is 10 miles from the center of city.  A full MWR program is located on the Coast Guard Yard with the following facilities: Fitness Center and Gym, Ticket Resale, Columbus Recreation Center and Pool, Athletic Fields, Equipment Rental, Guest Housing, vehicle storage, and Drydock Food and Beverage Facility.  Interns can expect to gain operational and programming experience in a number of these MWR facilities with some time spent in the MWR Director’s office.  Visit their web site at www.uscg.mil/hq/cg4/yard/mwr/mwr.asp for more information.  It is highly encouraged to bring a laptop if you have one to maximize your internship experience.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:  Coast Guard Yard seeks interns with emphases in abilities to gain experience in programming and operation of any of the above facilities.  Must be a student in good standing pursuing an undergraduate/graduate degree in recreation or other MWR-related field and identified as such by an institution of higher learning having an affiliation agreement with the Coast Guard.

SUPERVISOR/MENTOR QUALIFICATIONS:  Mr. John Earles has over 30 years experience as an MWR Director.  He has supervised very large MWR programs at Naval Air Station Oceana, Virginia Beach;  Naval Air  Station Lemoore, CA;  USCG Station Kodiak, AK; and, currently, USCG Station Curtis Bay, Baltimore, MD.  Mr. Earles has provided leadership for MWR departments with over 250 employees, and a $6M budget.  He has a variety of experience improving the financial position of MWR departments while investing in the quality improvement of services and program delivery in all areas of sports, recreational services, child care, and food/beverage.  His MWR accomplishments have been featured in four different, national magazines articles, and, he was awarded the National Recreation and Parks Special Citation Award for leadership.  Mr. Earles' goal is to combine his education, beliefs, experience in MWR and community involvement, into a successful and rewarding experience for interested interns.

HOUSING:  Housing will be provided in guest housing rooms.  The housing will be in a non-smoking facility and pets are not allowed.  Students will coordinate housing with the Yard MWR Director once accepted at that location.

MEALS:  Interns will be authorized access to the galley that serves 3 meals per day, 7 days per week.  Interns will coordinate meal times with the Yard MWR Director once accepted at that location.

PAY:  No pay, this is a volunteer internship.

TRAVEL:  Travel to and from the internship is the responsibility of the student.  It is highly recommended that you drive in order to have transportation in the surrounding area for personal evening and weekend purposes.

AVAILABILITY:  Intern positions are open for 12 to 16 weeks in duration, Summer semester only, May to September. Pending selection, internship duration can be negotiated.

TO APPLY:  The deadline to apply is 4 months prior to start date of the internship.  Planning ahead is most important especially if we need to establish an affiliation agreement with your university.  Send your resume with cover letter (include locations of interest and desired semester on cover), official transcripts, and letter of recommendation to:

SUPERVISOR/MENTOR QUALIFICATIONS:   Ms. Candace LeBlanc held a variety of recreation positions prior to her military career.  She retired after 23 years with the Air Force as a Senior Master Sergeant.  She earned her associates degree in Recreation Leadership from Greenfield Community College, and her Bachelors in Leisure Studies from the University of Massachusetts.  Under the direct supervision of the MWR Team, the student intern assumes both administrative and programming roles which involves performing duties and responsibilities commonly assigned to entry-level MWR positions.  The intern will work in a variety of facilities, situations, and programs, which involve the intricacies of MWR and Otis ANG Base.  By conclusion of the internship, the student should be qualified and prepared to take on an entry-level position within a MWR organization.

HOUSING:  Housing will be provided, two students per house, in a non-smoking facility.  Pets are not allowed.  Students will coordinate housing with the Cape Cod MWR staff once accepted at that location.

DESCRIPTION:  Coast Guard Training Center Cape May is the home of the Coast Guard enlisted corps -- it is our Coast Guard enlisted accession point and recruit training center. The finest young men and women in service to the United States of America pass through our gates each year.  Morale, Well-Being, and Recreation (MWR) facilities/activities on the installation include:  Gym/Pool complex, Tennis & Racquetball courts, Weight Rooms, Volleyball, Athletic Fields, Tours & Tickets Office, Equipment Rental, Temporary Lodging, Movie Theater, a small Marina, and two Food and Beverage Facilities.  Interns can expect to gain operational and programming experience in a number of these facilities.  Click here to visit their web site for more information.  It is highly encouraged to bring a laptop if you have one to maximize your internship experience.

SUPERVISOR/MENTOR QUALIFICATIONS:   Mr. Tony Buero began his second career with Coast Guard MWR in January 2007.  His experience includes 28 years of service with the U.S. Navy, retiring as a Lieutenant Commander.  While on active duty, he served as Director of MWR, Naval Training Center Orlando and as the Administrative Officer/MWR Officer on board the USS HARRY S TRUMAN (CVN 75).  He is currently certified through the International Military Community Executives Association (IMCEA) as a Certified Military Community Executive, CMCE.  Leadership skills are a natural, he is a fine mentor, and is aggressively working on numerous new and exciting events for Training Center Cape May.

HOUSING:  Housing will be provided on the installation.  The housing will be in a non-smoking facility and pets are not allowed.  Students will coordinate housing with the Cape May MWR Director once selected at that location.

PAY:  Pay will not be provided.

DESCRIPTION:  U. S. Coast Guard Base Ketchikan is located on the south end of Ketchikan in south-east Alaska, 7 miles from the commercial airport.  A full MWR program is located on Base Ketchikan with 4 facilities including: Base Ketchikan Fitness Center with cardio/exercise rooms, MWR Gear Locker with items for checkout, MWR Boat Program, and the "Crow's Nest" Food and Beverage facility.  Interns may expect to gain operational and programming experience in a number of these MWR facilities, and spend some time with the Base Ketchikan MWR team learning administrative functions required to operate a large MWR program.  Interns are highly encouraged to bring a laptop if you have one to maximize your internship experience.  Free internet access is available at multiple MWR facilities including the MWR office.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:  Ketchikan MWR seeks interns with interest in the MWR profession to gain practical experience any/all of the above established facilities or programs.  Must be a student in good standing pursuing an undergraduate/graduate degree in recreation or other MWR-related field and identified as such by an institution of higher learning having an affiliation agreement with the Coast Guard.

DESCRIPTION:  U. S. Coast Guard Base Kodiak is located on the north end of Kodiak Island in the Gulf of Alaska, 7 miles from the city of Kodiak and 1.5 miles from the commercial airport.  A full MWR program is located on Kodiak with 14 facilities, including: Tsunami Lanes Bowling Center, Northern Lights Fitness Facility with cardio/exercise rooms, Bear Valley 9-hole golf course, Auto Hobby shop, Boat House, Teen Center, Movie Theater, indoor Golf Simulators, Guest House, RV Camping area, Child Development Center, and Food Service Facilities (Pizza Parlor and Golden Anchor Sports Pub).  Interns can expect to gain operational and programming experience in a number of these MWR facilities, and spend time with the Base Kodiak MWR management team learning administrative functions required to operate a large MWR Program.  Visit their web site at www.kodiakmwr.com for more program and facility information.  Interns are highly encouraged to bring a laptop if you have one to maximize your internship experience.  Free internet access is available at multiple MWR facilities including the MWR office.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:  Kodiak MWR seeks interns with interest in the MWR profession to gain practical experience in any of the established facilities or programs.  Must be a student in good standing pursuing an undergraduate/graduate degree in recreation or other MWR-related field and identified as such by an institution of higher learning having an affiliation agreement with the Coast Guard.  Must possess a valid Driver's License.

SUPERVISOR/MENTOR QUALIFICATIONS:  Intern(s) will be introduced to the team of MWR professionals at Base Kodiak MWR.  The MWR management team has over 70 years of combined experience within the recreation profession.  Team members include:

Mr. Richard Carman, MWR Director, has over 30 years of experience in the recreation field, spending 9 years with civilian community recreation before the transition to Coast Guard MWR in 1992 as Recreation Specialist , Youth Activities.  Mr. Carman has worked at two Coast Guard Bases, Kodiak, Alaska, and Cape Cod, Massachusetts.  He is a Certified Parks and Recreation Professional through the National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA) and maintains Certified Aquatics Facility Operator and Certified Playground Safety Inspector certifications with NRPA.  Mr. Carman is currently serving on the Armed Forces Recreation Network and is the military representative to the NRPA National Certification Board.

Ms. Linda Pena, Business Section Chief, is primary contact for Kodiak MWR interns and has over 22 years of experience working for the Coast Guard and 11 years in MWR.  Ms. Pena manages the MWR Category C facilities including the Guest House, RV Park, Pizza Parlor, Golden Anchor Sports Pub, Catering, and Bear Valley Golf Course. She oversees an annual appropriated fund budget of $250K and nonappropriated fund budget of $1.7M.  Mr. Pena actively works commercial sponsorship for MWR events, community USO Shows, and has accomplished many renovation projects to improve the Category C facilities. 

Ms. Rachael Dyer, Community Support Section Chief, has over 25 years of experience in the recreation field.  Ms. Dyer worked for the local Parks and Recreation Department prior to her MWR career with Kodiak MWR starting in 1996.  She started in MWR with aquatics, before moving on to the Athletic Director and Community Support Section Chief with oversight of all adult athletic and youth activities staff, programs, and facilities.

HOUSING:  Housing may be provided in the MWR Guest House.  The Guest House is a non-smoking facility and pets are not allowed.  Students will coordinate housing with the Kodiak MWR once accepted.

MEALS:  MWR will provide meals consumed at the Base Galley.  The Galley serves 2 cafeteria style meals (breakfast and lunch) per day.  A box dinner is also available.  Students will coordinate meals with the Kodiak MWR once accepted.

PAY:  No pay, this is a volunteer internship.

TRAVEL:  Travel to and from the internship is the responsibility of the student.  Arrangements may be made for pick up at the airport by contacting Kodiak MWR prior to arrival.  Contact information will be provided to the student once selected for the internship.  If student elects to drive, the route to Kodiak is approximately 5-6 days from Seattle with an additional 10 hour ferry ride from Homer to Kodiak.  Air travel is recommended.

AVAILABILITY:  Two intern positions are open for 12 to 16 weeks in duration (Depending on school requirements), May to September. Pending selection, internship duration can be negotiated.

TO APPLY:  The deadline to apply is 4 months prior to start date of the internship.  Planning ahead is most important especially if we need to establish an affiliation agreement with your university.  Send your resume with cover letter (include locations of interest and desired semester on cover), official transcripts, and letter of recommendation to:

For further information about MWR internships contact,  Robert.L.Davis@USCG.MIL

DESCRIPTION:  U. S. Coast Guard Base Miami Beach MWR is located beside MacArthur Causeway in Miami Beach.  This location has a fitness center, racquetball courts, pool, multi-purpose recreation court, discounted amusement tickets operation, and the all hands food and beverage operation - the “Gator Den.”  The Marathon Recreational Lodging, cottages and recreational vehicle (RV) pads, is located on Vaca Key in the heart of the Florida Keys 111 miles Southwest of Miami and 48 miles northeast of Key West.  The recreation facilities include four, 1-bedroom cottages and four RV pads.  Reservations for the cottages and RV pads are coordinated through Miami.  Interns may expect to gain operational and programming experience in a number of these MWR facilities, with some time spent along side the MWR Director.  Click here to visit the Miami MWR web site.  It is highly encouraged to bring a laptop if you have one to maximize your internship experience.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:  Miami seeks interns with the desire to gain experience in programming and operation in any/all of the above facilities, accounting, computer, advertising, marketing, web page assistance.  There is ample opportunity to organize sporting events and leagues, golf tournaments, and development of tickets and tours operations.  Must be a student in good standing pursuing an undergraduate/graduate degree in recreation or other MWR-related field and identified as such by an institution of higher learning having an affiliation agreement with the Coast Guard.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:  US Coast Guard Academy seeks interns with a desire to gain experience in Child Development Center Early Childhood Education and Culinary Arts.  Must be a student in good standing pursuing an undergraduate/graduate degree in Early Childhood Education, Culinary Arts, or other related field and identified as such by an institution of higher learning having an affiliation agreement with the Coast Guard.

SUPERVISOR/MENTOR QUALIFICATIONS:   

Child Development Center:  Ms. Patricia McIlveen has over 20 years of direct Military Early Childhood Program management experience.  She earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Early Childhood Education and graduate level coursework in program management and leadership.  As the Coast Guard Academy Child Development Center Director, she has guided the Center through the NAEYC Accreditation process since 1997.  Patricia received numerous awards for her service, most notably, the Department of Transportation Award of Excellence.  She has served as an active Board Member on the Connecticut Association for the Education of Young Children since 2000, holding positions of President, Vice President, and Accreditation Chairperson.  She also serves as Coast Guard liaison on several local community councils and boards for young children.  Intern opportunities exist to work in this NAEYC accredited early childhood program with 105 children from 6 weeks to 5 years of age.  The program highlights 8 classrooms separated into three age groups.  The staff of 32 teachers and assistants work together to provide developmentally appropriate opportunities and experiences which will help to develop the whole child.  The program utilizes up to date technology of a web based curriculum by which staff can input child observations to chart development and share progress with parents. 

Culinary Arts:  Mr. Jeffrey McOmber has over 20 years of direct MWR management experience.  He received his secondary education training from Johnson & Wales University where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Culinary Arts.  As the Executive Chef for the Coast Guard Academy Officers' Club, he typically caters over 250 events annually, including at least 20 weddings.  He has received numerous awards for his service.  Most notably he was selected as a member for the International Military Community Executives Association (IMCEA) Military All Star Chefs team which competed in the Iron Chef "Mystery Box Challenge" at Catersource 2007.  He also served as representative on the annual Joint Service Catering Panel and was subsequently awarded the Guiding Principles Award.  Intern opportunities exist to work flexible schedules in this Club and catering facility gaining a broad scope of experience in Culinary Arts.

HOUSING:  Housing may be available on the installation depending on availability and will be finalized prior to student placement.  This internship is best suited for students within commuting distance. 

DESCRIPTION:  U.S. Coast Guard Sector New York (SECNY) Morale, Well-Being, and Recreation (MWR) is part of the Gateway National Park, operated by the National Park Service.  Staten Island is one of the five boroughs of New York City.  Transportation to Sector New York is convenient from a number of modes of transportation:  air (Newark is most convenient airport); bus (via Port Authority); and train (Penn Station or Grand Central Station). Click here to visit the Sector New York MWR web site for more information.  It is highly encouraged to bring a laptop if you have one to maximize your internship experience.

Fort Wadsworth MWR facilities/activities on the installation includes a complete Fitness Center, Gymnasium, Tennis Court, Outdoor Basketball Court, Family Meeting Center,  Outdoor Recreation Gear Locker, Guest Quarters, and an extensive Information Tickets and Tours Office.  There is also access to a ball field for special programming and tournaments.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:  SECNY seeks interns with emphases in abilities to gain experience in programming and operation of any of the above facilities or activities.  Must be a student in good standing pursuing an undergraduate/graduate degree in recreation or other MWR-related field and identified as such by an institution of higher learning having an affiliation agreement with the Coast Guard.

SUPERVISOR/MENTOR QUALIFICATIONS:  Ms. Deirdre O'Brien began working at Sector New York MWR in 1996.  She was promoted to MWR Director with oversight of all MWR operations in January of 2017.  Deidre has an Associate Degree in Hospitality Management from State University of New York.  She began her career as an event coordinator in the lodging industry.  She has a wide variety of all MWR activities experience including tour guide of local sites in the New York area.

HOUSING:  Housing in the dorm rooms may be provided based on availability.  Housing will be coordinated will the MWR Recreation Specialist once accepted at this location. 

MEALS:  Meals will be provided.  There is a dining facility that serves three meals per day on the installation.  Students will coordinate meals with the SECNY MWR Recreation Specialist once accepted at this location.

PAY:  No pay, this is a volunteer position.

TRAVEL:  Travel to and from the internship is the responsibility of the student.  Arrangements may be made for pick up at the airport by contacting the SECNY MWR Recreation Specialist prior to arrival.  Contact information will be provided to you once selected for the internship.

AVAILABILITY:  Intern positions are open for a 12 to 16 weeks in duration, or as required by the school, on a year-round basis.

TO APPLY:  The deadline to apply is 4 months prior to start date of the internship.  Planning ahead is most important especially if we need to establish an affiliation agreement with your university.  Send your resume with cover letter (include locations of interest and desired semester on cover), official transcripts, and letter of recommendation to:

PAY:  No pay, this is a volunteer internship.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:  Portsmouth seeks interns with emphasis in abilities to gain experience in conducting intramural sports competitions, outdoor recreation programs, special events and aquatics (highly recommended that students be lifeguard certified if they want to work in aquatics).  Opportunities exist to work in a great fast-paced learning environment with flexible hours and diverse experiences ranging from pool operations, to intramural sport programs, gym operations, and special annual events such as the Coast Guard Day picnic. Must be a student in good standing pursuing an undergraduate/graduate degree in Recreation or other MWR-related field and identified as such by an institution of higher learning having an affiliation agreement with the Coast Guard.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:  Training Center Yorktown seeks interns with emphasis in abilities to gain experience in conducting intramural sports competitions, outdoor recreation programs, special events and aquatics (highly recommended that students be lifeguard certified if they want to work in aquatics).  Opportunities exist in all facilities/programs listed above. Must be a student in good standing pursuing an undergraduate/graduate degree in Recreation or other MWR-related field and identified as such by an institution of higher learning having an affiliation agreement with the Coast Guard.

SUPERVISOR/MENTOR QUALIFICATIONS:   Mr. Jeff Wapner has over 16 years Recreation Management, 13 years directly in the MWR Program.  He received his education from St. Leo University where he majored in Business with a minor in Management, and graduated "Cum Laude."  During his experience with MWR, he has held a variety of positions including Recreation Specialist, Sports Specialist, Director of Outdoor Recreation, with duties in the Commercial Sponsorship and Marketing Programs.  Mr. Wapner is currently a member of International Military Community Executives Association (IMCEA) as well as Certified Park and Recreation Professional (CPRP) through the National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA).  He was a recipient IMCEA Roy C. Olson Memorial Award in 2009 and the AFRS John Pat Harden Practitioner Award in 2004.