Trainee Program

The YMCA of the Rockies have developed the International Training Program which provides training opportunities for individuals interested in continuing their career education in the following fields: 

Training opportunities vary at each of the YMCA of the Rockies two locations:

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Each trainee and intern will select one track to follow during his or her training program at the YMCA of the Rockies. Programs start March 15, 2012 at Estes Park Center and April 1, 2012 at Snow Mountain Ranch. The deadline to apply is December 1, 2011.

A trainee must be a foreign national who has graduated from a degree-granting university and has one year of experience outside the United States OR has five years of experience in his/her occupational field outside of the United States. Trainee programs are for 12 or 18 months.

An intern must be a foreign national who is currently enrolled in a post-secondary academic institution outside of the United States OR has graduated within 12 months prior to his/her program begin date. Internship programs last 12 months.

This program is open to all persons who meet the eligibility requirements. Participants will receive on-the-job training in all facets of their selected area of interest and qualification. Additional training may be provided in supervisory skills, customer service skills and English language skills. Placement depends upon qualifications of the applicant and departmental needs. 

Trainees and interns will be evaluated throughout the course of the program. Those who successfully complete the program will receive a Certificate of Completion issued by the YMCA of the Rockies and a Letter of Recommendation to prospective employers.

Trainees and interns will participate in five courses during their 12- or 18-month program. Classes include Supervisor and Leadership Management, Introduction to Tourism, Introduction to Marketing, Resort Management and Food and Beverage Management.

 Trainees and interns will receive housing (dormitory style) and meals plus a weekly stipend (currently $180 per week). The 40- hour work week includes some morning, evening and weekend shifts. Trainees receive their share of the Appreciation Fund (tips) given by our guests at the end of the program.

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Contact Jacie Gdovicak, Director of International Programs, at jaciegdovicak@ymcarockies.org