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Commonwealth of Pennsylvania · 5 days ago

State Park Intern - MK Goddard State Park

Sandy Lake, PA

Internship

Onsite

Intern

Start in 2026 Spring

The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania is seeking dynamic and passionate individuals for the State Park Intern position at MK Goddard State Park. This role offers hands-on experience in park operations and environmental education, allowing interns to support various interpretive programs and engage with visitors.

Non Profit

Hiring Manager

Tonia F.

Responsibilities

Observing and supporting technical activities related to environmental interpretation and resource management

Collaborating closely with the Park Ranger 1, Environmental Education Specialist (EES), and/or Park Manager to facilitate various interpretive programs, outdoor recreation initiatives, special events, and other public engagement activities

Participating in diverse aspects of state park operations and management, including tasks related to maintenance, office administration, research, and providing assistance to park rangers

Qualification

Conservation BiologyForestryParks ManagementEnvironmental Sciences

Required

Enrollment in good academic standing as a FULL-TIME student in a bachelor's or advanced degree program in Conservation Biology, Forestry, Parks and Resource Management, or an approved major course which includes a qualifying 24 credit hours of study in the physical, biological and environmental sciences

Good academic standing (2.0 GPA or higher)

Freshman year completed in 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