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Student Employment

Student employees are the heart of RecSports, and we celebrate the unique skills, passions, and perspectives they bring to our community. We offer a dynamic, fun work environment with flexible scheduling, a student-centered approach, meaningful professional development opportunities, and staff appreciation events throughout the year. Feel free to explore, you might just find your perfect fit!

At RecSports, our philosophy is rooted in developing student employees through a supportive and engaging community that encourages self-discovery, collaborative learning, a sense of belonging, and autonomy. We believe that working with RecSports is more than just a job – it’s an experiential learning opportunity that enhances student success today while preparing emerging leaders for future careers and lifelong endeavors.

To apply for a RecSports position, please follow the steps below:

  • Review position descriptions and hiring timelines: http://www.recsports.ufl.edu/about/student-employment/
  • Visit the Careers at UF site:  https://jobs.ufl.edu/
  • Log in or create an account if needed
  • Search “RecSports” to view all available positions
  • Complete and submit the full online application
  • Receive an automated confirmation email upon submission
  • Selected applicants will be contacted following the job closing date

For questions about job opportunities or the hiring process, please reach out to RecSports Talent Management at RSTalentManagement@ufsa.ufl.edu.

Please note all student employees offered a position with RecSports must present I-9 documentation for hire, as well as their original Social Security Card within 30 days of hire. If a student does not have a Social Security Card, RecSports can provide sponsorship to receive this.

Learn More about our positions by clicking below!

POSITION TITLE,  DESCRIPTION, AND DETAILS

SUMMER 2026 APPLICATION DATES

 FALL 2026 APPLICATION DATES

AQUATICS & RISK MANAGEMENT
Aquatics Lifeguard

Feb 1 – March 1

Coming Soon!

Water Safety Instructor

Feb 1 – March 1

Coming Soon!

Safety Instructor

Closed

Coming Soon!

BUSINESS SERVICES

Business Services Assistant

Closed

Coming Soon!

FITNESS & WELLNESS
Group Fitness Instructor

Closed

Coming Soon!

Personal Trainer

Closed

Coming Soon!

Massage Therapist

Closed

Coming Soon!

Wellness Associate

Closed

Coming Soon!

LAKE WAUBURG
Lake Wauburg Associate

Feb 1 – March 1

Coming Soon!
Lake Wauburg Waterfront Lifeguard

Feb 1 – March 1

Coming Soon!
Lake Wauburg Challenge Course Facilitator

Feb 1 – March 1

Coming Soon!
MARKETING
Multimedia Assistant

Closed

Coming Soon!
Graphic Designer

Closed

Coming Soon!
Marketing Assistant

Closed

Coming Soon!
MEMBER SERVICES

Member Services Associate

Closed

Coming Soon!
OPERATIONS
Operations Associate

Feb 1 – March 1

Coming Soon!
OUTDOOR ADVENTURES
Outdoor Adventures Associate

Closed

Coming Soon!
Outdoor Adventures Trip Leader

Closed

Coming Soon!
SPORT PROGRAMS
Officials and Scorekeepers

Closed

Coming Soon!

YOUTH PROGRAMS
Youth Programs Camp Counselor

Feb 1 – March 1

Coming Soon!