Park Management Intern — Lead & Learn (Summer)

Sdsoybean; Canton (SD); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

South Dakota Game, Fish and Parks is seeking a Park Manager Intern for the Summer session (May–August) in Canton, SD. The internship offers on-the-job experience in managing and maintaining state parks with camping and day-use facilities, including Newton Hills, Union Grove, and Spirit Mound areas.

Applicants must be enrolled as a college/university/technical institute student, with at least one year completed by the internship start; preference for SD residents and SD institution students.

Qualifications

• Applicant must be enrolled as a student (part-time or full-time) at a college, university, or technical institute.
• By the start of the internship, the student should have completed one year of their program.
• Preference may be given to juniors/seniors, SD residents, and students of SD institutions.

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily management and maintenance of state parks and park districts.
• Support planning and development related to annual park management.
• Provide excellent customer service and assist visitors with needs.
• Lead seasonal employees under supervision to ensure efficient operations.

Education

Student Enrollment

Job description

South Dakota Game, Fish and Parks is seeking a Park Manager Intern for the Summer session (May–August) in Canton, SD. The internship offers on-the-job experience in managing and maintaining state parks with camping and day-use facilities, including Newton Hills, Union Grove, and Spirit Mound areas.

Applicants must be enrolled as a college/university/technical institute student, with at least one year completed by the internship start; preference for SD residents and SD institution students.