Adventureland Park - Workforce Management Intern

0911 Festival Fun Parks, LLC; Altoona (IA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

Cross-training across departments

Free park admission for self

Host events

Job summary

Adventureland Park is seeking a Workforce Management Intern to help analyze staffing needs and improve operational efficiency. You will collaborate with multiple departments to develop staffing models, generate routine and ad-hoc reports, and support scheduling in the Quinyx tool.

Strong interest in workforce planning and analytics is expected. Ideal candidates are enrolled in a Bachelor’s or Master’s program in HR, business, or data analytics and may have hospitality or theme park experience.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s or Master’s program in human resources, business, industrial engineering, data analytics, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Workforce Planning: Collaborate with all departments to assess staffing needs and provide recommendations for optimal workforce deployment.
• Develop workforce planning models and scenarios.
• Generate regular and ad-hoc reports on key workforce trends and metrics for management teams.
• Coordinate scheduling for park departments using the WFM tool Quinyx.
• Assist in implementing staffing procedures and process improvements across departments.

Skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Customer service

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Multitasking

Organization

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s program in HR/Business/Data Analytics

Tools

Power BI

Quinyx

Outlook

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Job description

Our story began 75 years ago when the Herschend family discovered wonder deep in an Ozark Mountain cave—and chose to share it with the world. Today, Herschend is the largest family-held themed attractions company, with over 40 leading attractions and immersive experiences that reach audiences worldwide. While each brand offers something unique, all are united by a shared purpose: Bringing Families Closer Together by Creating Memories Worth Repeating®. Our passionate hosts make this purpose possible through everyday acts of love and service—what we call Heartspitality®—the intersection of heart and hospitality. As an equal-opportunity employer, we strive to provide environments where every host, guest, and partner feel welcome, valued, and loved. We firmly believe that words and actions matter, which is why all individuals are to be treated equally and with respect.

As a Workforce Operations Intern, you will play a pivotal role in supporting our workforce planning and optimization initiatives. This position provides an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in analyzing workforce data, operational process improvement, and contributing to the development of strategies to enhance organizational efficiency. The ideal candidate for this role will possess a passion for workforce planning, theme parks, operational efficiency, and/or data analytics.

We are currently looking for a:

Adventureland Park - Workforce Management Intern Roles & Responsibilities:

• Workforce Planning: Collaborate with all departments to assess staffing needs and provide recommendations for optimal workforce deployment.
• Contribute to the development of workforce planning models and scenarios.
• Generate regular and ad-hoc reports on key workforce trends and metrics for management teams.
• Be a key collaborator with departments on implementing new staffing procedures in key departments.
• Scheduling: Execute effective scheduling processes for all departments within the park’s workforce management (WFM) tool, Quinyx.
• Handle day-to-day tasks involving scheduling including call outs, no shows and schedules changes and conflicts.
• Process Improvement: Identify opportunities for process improvement in workforce-related functions across all departments, leveraging time-in-motion studies, demand vs. staffing analysis, and process evaluation.
• Assist in implementing solutions to enhance the efficiency of key operations within the park.
• All other duties and special projects assigned by leadership

Education and Experience:

• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s or Master’s program in human resources, business, industrial engineering, data analytics, or a related field.
• 1+ years of previous work experience in a workforce management, operations management, or HR role preferred but not required
• Previous hospitality, amusement park, food and beverage, theme park, or tourism experience a plus
• Language: Ability to read, write, and speak fluent English; Spanish or other bilingual language skills are a plus.

Requirements:

• Must be at least 18 years of age to comply with Iowa Child Labor Laws
• Ability to work flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays
• Must have reliable transportation to and from your scheduled shift
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Outlook, Excel, Word, and Power Point.
• Previous experience with Power BI, Quinyx, or other Workforce Management software a plus
• Must possess exceptional customer service skills, with an ability to resolve questions, problems, issues, and concerns in a positive and professional manner
• Ability to handle high-pressure situations, meet the demands of constant deadlines and coordinate multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.
• Must possess strong written and verbal communication skills
• Must possess strong attention to detail and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to follow direction, multi-task, and work as part of a team as well as independently

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to remain seated and sedentary for extended periods of time, while using a computer
• Ability to stand or walk for long periods of time throughout the workday
• Ability to occasionally stoop, twist, kneel, bend, squat, or reach above shoulders
• Ability to carry, push, pull, lift, and hold objects weighing 20 pounds or more

Working Conditions:

This role will be primarily based in an office setting with frequent interaction with other outdoor park locations Frequent exposure to the variable outside temperatures, including high heat, cold, direct sun, humidity, dust, rain, snow, ice, and other weather conditions Subject to frequent interruptions, constant repetitive motion, high noise levels, flashing lights, and heavily populated environments

Working at Adventureland is about making people happy! It’s about being independent and having fun, making new friends and earning extra money while doing so. As a Adventureland host, you can be the smiling face that makes a great first impression for incoming guests, a cook that serves up tasty treats and culinary delights, a lifeguard who soaks up the sun while keeping guests safe, or a ride operator that keeps guests coming back for more thrills! There are many exciting seasonal job opportunities available to take your summer job to new heights!

Team member benefits: Adventureland Perks & Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Ability to cross-train and learn unique skills across various departments
• Free admission to Adventureland Theme Park/Waterpark and Select Entertainment parks on your days off
• Invitations to exclusive company-sponsored host events throughout the season

We’ve got great jobs for people just starting out in the workforce, looking for a second job or staying active after retirement.

If you want a fun, flexible job with an innovative company, look no further than Adventureland.

We're not just in the attractions business; we're in the people business- and that starts with our own.

Our 20,000+ hosts across North America are the heartbeat of our diverse and growing company.

In keeping with our company values, we nurture a balance between work and family, strive to promote 70% from within and support each host’s efforts to develop a fulfilling and rewarding career