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Commonwealth of Pennsylvania · 20 hours ago

State Park Intern - Kinzua State Park Complex

Kane, PA

Internship

Onsite

Intern

Start in 2026 Spring

The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania is offering a summer internship at Kinzua Bridge State Park, where interns can gain valuable experience in park management and environmental education. The role involves assisting park staff with maintenance, visitor services, and recreational activities while learning about natural resource management.

Non Profit

Hiring Manager

Tonia F.

Responsibilities

Collaborating closely with park staff to gain insights into managing a maintenance program

Ensuring that the park's grounds, structures, facilities, and equipment are well-maintained

Assisting in overseeing recreational and educational activities within the park to maximize the use of its facilities

Working alongside park staff to understand the management of natural resources, which encompasses the preparation, maintenance, and compliance with the park's resource management plans

Qualification

ParksResource ManagementEnvironmental ScienceWildlife TechnologyEnvironmental Education

Required

Enrollment in good academic standing as a FULL-TIME student in a two-year, bachelor's, or advanced degree program in Parks and Resource Management

Enrollment in good academic standing as a FULL-TIME student in a two-year, bachelor's, or advanced degree program in Environmental Science

Enrollment in good academic standing as a FULL-TIME student in a two-year, bachelor's, or advanced degree program in Conservation

Enrollment in good academic standing as a FULL-TIME student in a two-year, bachelor's, or advanced degree program in Wildlife Technology

Enrollment in good academic standing as a FULL-TIME student in a two-year, bachelor's, or advanced degree program in Environmental Education

An approved major course which includes a qualifying 24 credit hours of study in the physical, biological, and environmental sciences may be acceptable

Good academic standing (2.0 GPA or higher)

Freshman year completed by May 2026

Pennsylvania residency or enrollment of a Pennsylvania college or university

You must possess a valid driver's license which is not under suspension

You must be able to perform essential job functions

In accordance with Act 153 of 2014, this position is required to complete Child Abuse, Criminal and Federal Criminal History Checks within 10 days of hire