Intern - School Programs Naturalist (Fall)

South Dakota State Government; Pierre (SD); On-site; USD 21,400 - 30,479; Part time

Job summary

South Dakota State Government is offering an internship as a School Programs Naturalist, aimed at developing and teaching environmental science and outdoor skills to various audiences. This internship provides a fantastic opportunity for students to gain practical experience while earning a salary of $18.83 per hour.

Situated primarily in Rapid City, candidates must be current part-time or full-time students with at least one academic year completed. Responsibilities include assisting with program development and facility maintenance, making it ideal for those seeking hands-on experience in environmental education.

Qualifications

• Must have a minimum of 6 credit hours in the upcoming or immediately preceding semester.
• Preferred interns can accommodate the main schools-group schedule of 9 a.m.–3 p.m.

Responsibilities

• Assist the School Programs Coordinator in developing and teaching programs.
• Coordinate and maintain indoor and outdoor campus facilities.

Education

Current enrollment as a part-time or full-time student

Completion of at least one academic year

Preference for junior/senior standing and South Dakota residents

Experience outdoors and superior organizational skills

Job description

Session: Fall (September - December)

Position Title: Intern - School Programs Naturalist

Hiring Manager: Aaron Schone

Agency: Department of Game, Fish & Parks

Location: Rapid City

Minimum Salary: $18.83 Hourly

Applicant Requirements: Application must be for a current part‑time or full‑time student with a minimum of 6 credit hours in the upcoming or immediately preceding semester.

Position Description

This position’s primary duty is to assist the School Programs Coordinator with developing and teaching programs related to environmental science, hunting, fishing, and other outdoor skills to school groups, college level students, and homeschool audiences. The intern also assists in developing and teaching community and group programs under the supervision of the School Programs Coordinator. The role includes class preparation, coordination, development, and general maintenance of indoor and outdoor campus facilities. The internship runs from August to December and typically requires 20‑40 hours per week. Preferred interns can accommodate the main schools‑group schedule of 9 a.m.–3 p.m.

Qualifications

• Current enrollment as a part‑time or full‑time student in a college, university, or technical institute.
• Completion of at least one academic year (nine months) of the chosen program by the start of the internship.
• Preference for junior/senior standing, South Dakota residents, and South Dakota institution students.
• Experience outdoors and superior organizational skills are preferred.

Positions can be filled prior to the closing date.

South Dakota Bureau of Human Resources and Administration

Telephone: [phone]

An Equal Opportunity Employer