Intern - Park Management (Summer)
About The Position
This summer internship (May–August) provides on-the-job experience in managing and maintaining state parks and a park district with camping and day-use facilities. The intern will assist with daily management of Newton Hills State Park, Union Grove State Park, and Spirit Mound Historic Prairie. The role also includes involvement in planning and development related to annual park management. The intern may develop new skills, lead seasonal employees, and apply relevant coursework or studies. Strong customer-service orientation and people skills are useful for learning the day-to-day operations of a South Dakota State Park.
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 at least six credit hours in the upcoming semester or immediately preceding semester.
- Must have completed one year (nine months) of the chosen program by the start of the internship.
Nice To Haves
- 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 attending South Dakota institutions.
- A desire to provide great customer service and strong people skills.
Responsibilities
- Assist with the daily management of Newton Hills State Park, Union Grove State Park, and Spirit Mound Historic Prairie.
- Participate in management and maintenance of the park district, including camping and day-use operations.
- Assist with planning and development related to annual park management.
- Lead seasonal employees.
- Apply relevant coursework and studies to park management.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
No Education Listed
