Yale Campus Recreation employs 200+ part-time staff in various positions throughout the year. The positions below provide a brief description of the opportunities available and how to learn more. Not all positions are always open for application. Opportunities may be available for additional positions/advancement. 

Yale Campus Recreation hires Yale Students and those not affiliated with Yale University such as students from local universities. Students may use employment as an internship with approval from the position’s supervisor and academic department/internship office. 

PWG, IM, and Club Sport Employment (New Haven, CT)

Position Position Description How to Apply and Learn More
Member Service Attendant

The Payne Whitney Gymnasium (PWG) Member Service Attendants serves as the front-line customer service representative for the Department of Campus Recreation and PWG. They are the direct supervisor for PWG activity and recreational spaces and assist in providing our members and visitors a safe, clean, and welcoming environment.  

PWG Member Service Attendants staff several workstations throughout the facility including the Welcome Desk, Brady Squash Center, and Israel Fitness Center.   

Additional duties include providing exceptional customer service for members and visitors, following and enforcing policies and procedures, cleaning fitness equipment, assisting with PWG operations and other duties as assigned. 

 E-Mail Cassie Bishop
Lead Member Service Attendant

The Lead Member Service Attendant for the Payne Whitney Gym (PWG) serves as the front-line customer service representative for the Department of Campus Recreation and PWG. They serve as the on-site team leader for the PWG in the absence of professional and full-time staff. They are responsible for opening and closing the PWG.  

Additional duties include providing exceptional customer service for members and visitors, following and enforcing policies and procedures, cleaning fitness equipment, assisting with PWG operations and other duties as assigned. 

 E-Mail Cassie Bishop

Position Position Description How to Apply and Learn More
Intramural Official

Intramural Officials  serve as referees for intramural sports for the Undergraduate or Graduate Professional Intramural Programs.

Additional duties include providing exceptional customer service for participants, following and enforcing policies and procedures, assisting with equipment setup/breakdown, and other duties as assigned. 

Undergraduate Intramurals, E-Mail Tom Migdalski 

Graduate & Professional Intramurals Cassie Bishop
Intramural Supervisor

Intramural Supervisors serve as games supervisors for intramural sports for the Undergraduate or Graduate Professional Intramural Programs.

Additional duties include providing exceptional customer service for participants, following and enforcing policies and procedures, assisting with equipment setup/breakdown, and other duties as assigned. 

Undergraduate Intramurals, E-Mail Tom Migdalski 

Graduate & Professional Intramurals E-Mail Cassie Bishop
Intramural & Club Sport Event Staff

Event Staff serve as on-site supervisors leading event setup and logistics for intramural sports for the Undergraduate and Graduate Professional Intramural Programs or Club Sports programs.

Additional duties include providing exceptional customer service for participants, following and enforcing policies and procedures, assisting with equipment setup/breakdown, and other duties as assigned. 

Undergraduate Intramurals, E-Mail Tom Migdalski 

Club Sports E-Mai Tom Migdalski 

Graduate & Professional Intramurals E-Mail Cassie Bishop

Position Position Description How to Apply and Learn More
Group Fitness  & Instructional Program Instructors

Instructors lead various group fitness and instructional programs.  

Additional duties include providing exceptional customer service for participants, following and enforcing policies and procedures, assisting with equipment setup/breakdown, and other duties as assigned. 

Depending on the format and speciality a certification and/or experience instructing will be required.

 E-Mail Hannah Hooper
Personal Trainers

Personal Trainers work with clients to assess and improve physical fitness and wellness by designing workout plans, demonstrating proper techniques, and motivating them to achieved desired outcomes.  

Additional duties include providing exceptional customer service for participants, following and enforcing policies and procedures, assisting with equipment setup/breakdown, and other duties as assigned. 

A current personal training certification is required. 

 E-Mail Hannah Hooper

Position Position Description How to Apply and Learn More
PWG Lifeguards

PWG Lifeguards serve as lifeguards during Recreational Lap Swim, Club Sport Events, and other various events. 

Additional duties include providing exceptional customer service for members and visitors, following and enforcing policies and procedures, and other duties as assigned. 

A current American Red Cross Lifeguard , First Aid, and CPR/AED Certification (or equivalent) is required.  

 E-Mail Carlos Pinela

The purpose of the Yale Athletics Fellowship Program is to engage and cultivate young professionals interested in working in college athletics. The positions will provide fellows the opportunity to work in one of the world’s most prestigious collegiate athletic programs at Yale University. Fellows will gain integral skills within their specific department, industry knowledge, and career development advice and support. This position will best serve college graduates or entry-level young professionals looking for their first full-time opportunity in the collegiate athletic landscape.

Learn More about program, application process/timeline and how to apply.

OEC Employment (East Lyme, CT)

Position Position Description How to Apply & Learn More
OEC Lifeguard

OEC Lifeguards serve as waterfront lifeguards at the Yale Outdoor Education Center,  located in East Lyme, CT.

Additional duties include providing exceptional customer service for members and visitors, following and enforcing policies and procedures, supervising of paddle craft, montirnoting waterfront safety/crowd control, performing light waterfront and picnic grove maintenance work, and other duties as assigned. 

This position requires: 

  • Current (or able to obtain) American Red Cross Waterfront Lifeguard, First Aid, and CPR/AED Certification. On-site training is available for those selected for the position; however, they must pass the certification course. 
  • Connecticut Safe Boating Course certification.  On-site training is available  for those selected for the position; however, they must pass the certification course.  Basic boating/paddle craft knowledge preferred. 
  • Ability to work flexible days/hours including  weekends, holidays, and weekdays between the hours of 9:30am to 5:30pm (OEC is closed on Mondays).
  • Preferred job period: Mid-June through Labor Day. 

Hiring now for Summer 2025. 

E-Mail Tom Migdalski

Applications must include Resume , Cover Letter, and Certifications.