Internship Portfolio Guidelines

Introductory Statement

o Give the name of the site and briefly describe the type company, park, recreation, leisure service, etc. that this site represents.

o Provide a map showing the location of the site.

o Description and understanding of the site governing authority and managing authority (i.e., the legal basis for the site, such laws of authorization, enabling laws, ordinances, charter, by-laws, regulations)

• History/Development

o From a historical perspective, how has this site evolved into its present form?

o What were the stages of development and growth?

o When and why it was originally founded (including the sub-unit within which you work) in its present location?

• Programs/serviceso What services or activities are offered?o How are these services/activities organized and programmed (e.g., when, how often, types ofprogram, group structures)?o Include any supporting documentation such as forms, brochures, reports or other professionalmaterials used by the site etc.• Clienteleo What populations (e.g., general public, youth, and persons with disabilities, economicallydisadvantaged) are served? What other socio-demographic information is available?o How many individuals are served weekly/annually?o What region does this facility or program serve?• Fundingo What are the major funding sources for this site?o What is the relationship with respect to funding between services and other aspects of the site?• Problem Areaso What are the major areas of concern for the site (e.g., funding shortages, growth in demand forservices, increased user fees, hiring freezes, and legal liability issues)?o How is the site addressing these issues?