Intern - Park Management (Summer)

the South Dakota State Government•Pierre, SD

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Park Manager Intern will perform a variety of duties designed to build knowledge and experience for work with South Dakota Game, Fish and Parks. The position is located in Pierre, South Dakota. Housing is available if needed. The minimum salary is $20.82 per hour. Applicants must be current part-time or full-time students taking at least six credit hours in the upcoming semester or immediately preceding semester. By the start of the internship, students should have completed one year (nine months) of their chosen program. All students are encouraged to apply; preference may be given to junior- or senior-standing applicants, South Dakota residents, and students attending South Dakota institutions. Positions may be filled before the closing date.

Requirements

Must be enrolled part-time or full-time at a college, university, or technical institute when applying.
Must be a current part-time or full-time student taking a minimum of six credit hours in the upcoming semester or immediately preceding semester.
Should have completed one year (nine months) of the chosen program by the start of the internship.

Nice To Haves

Coursework in Parks and Recreation Management, Conservation Management, Rangeland and Watershed Ecology, or Rangeland and Wildlife Biology may be beneficial.
Preference may be given to applicants with junior or senior standing.
Preference may be given to South Dakota residents.
Preference may be given to students of South Dakota institutions.

Responsibilities

Learn to use the Point of Sale system and troubleshoot problems for other employees.
Develop customer service skills.
Perform basic building and grounds maintenance, including operating power tools, riding mowers, and chainsaws.
Develop organizational and leadership skills.
Educate visitors about park rules and enforce them as needed.