Summer Naturalist Intern: Park Education & Programs

South Dakota AG; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Department of Game Fish Parks in Sioux Falls, SD, seeks a Naturalist Intern to support education programs across multiple state parks, including Good Earth. The role emphasizes public programming on local natural resources and cultural history, plus daily visitor center duties.

Applicants must be current part-time or full-time students for the upcoming or immediately preceding semester; preference for SD residents and SD college students. Training is provided.

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled as a part-time or full-time student in upcoming or immediately preceding semester.
• Preference may be given to juniors/seniors, South Dakota residents, and students of SD institutions.
• Training is provided.

Responsibilities

• Assist education staff with programming needs at Good Earth State Park, Lake Alvin Recreation Area, and Newton Hills State Park.
• Serve group and community programs for all ages, including topics on SD natural resources and cultural history.
• Assist with day-to-day operation and maintenance of the Good Earth State Park Visitor Center.
• Help with information desk to meet programming and customer service needs.

Job description

Department of Game Fish Parks in Sioux Falls, SD, seeks a Naturalist Intern to support education programs across multiple state parks, including Good Earth. The role emphasizes public programming on local natural resources and cultural history, plus daily visitor center duties.

Applicants must be current part-time or full-time students for the upcoming or immediately preceding semester; preference for SD residents and SD college students. Training is provided.