Intern - Park Management (Spring)
State of South Dakota · Pierre, SD · 1 mo ago
On-site$20.82/hrFull-time
About the role
Hiring Manager: Shad Stromer. Agency: Department of Game, Fish & Parks. Location: Pierre.
Responsibilities
- Learn the Point of Sale system and troubleshoot problems for other employees
- Provide customer service
- Perform basic building and grounds maintenance, including operation of power tools, riding mowers, and chainsaws
- Develop organizational and leadership skills
- Educate visitors on park rules and enforce them as needed
Requirements
- Must be a current part‑time or full‑time student (minimum 6 credit hours) in the upcoming semester or the immediately preceding semester
- Must be enrolled as a part‑time/full‑time student at a college, university, or technical institute at the time of application
- By the start of the internship, must have completed one year (approximately nine months) of their chosen program
- Specific coursework beneficial to the position includes Parks and Recreation Management, Conservation Management, Rangeland and Watershed Ecology, and Rangeland and Wildlife Biology
Qualifications
- Preference may be given to applicants with junior/senior standing
- Preference may be given to South Dakota residents
- Preference may be given to students attending South Dakota institutions
Benefits
Housing is available if needed.
Pay
Minimum salary: $20.82 per hour.
Schedule
Spring (January – May) session.