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Opportunities for Students and Recreation Professionals

As the premier professional organization in New York State for recreation and park professionals, NYSRPS offers a terrific array of opportunities for recreation professionals. Among these are access to employment opportunities via the NYSRPS website and education though conference opportunities, workshops, webinars, and engaging internships. Recognition and reward programs like the NYSRPS Annual Awards and scholarships additionally benefit our leisure service professionals of New York.



Professional Education

The New York State Recreation and Park Society hosts a variety of educational opportunities for members from online programs to conferences, seminars, workshops, webinars and awards. Visit Professional Opportunities for more information.


Professional Awards & Recognition

Each year the New York State Recreation and Park Society presents a series of awards that have become a coveted honor for the people and organizations singled out for their contributions to parks and recreation. These awards are an excellent opportunity to recognize the contributions of the variety of people who make New York's parks, recreation and therapeutic recreation facilities work at their best.


Unique Student Internships & Scholarships

New York State Recreation and Park Society (NYSRPS) is proud to offer wonderful access to lifelong learning experiences via the leading professional organization dedicated to promoting quality recreation, parks opportunities, and engagement for all citizens of New York State through education and training for local, county, state and federal recreation and park providers. Internship MATCH, Internship NYSRPS and the Friends Scholarship are incredible ways students may connect with recreation education. Visit Student Opportunities for more information.


New York State Recreation & Park Society  501 C3 Not-for-Profit Organization

19 Roosevelt Drive, Suite 200 Saratoga Springs, NY 12866

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