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Commonwealth of Pennsylvania · 1 day ago

State Park Intern - Presque Isle State Park Complex

Erie, PA

Internship

Onsite

Intern

Start in 2026 Spring

The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania is offering a State Park Internship at Presque Isle State Park Complex, providing students with practical experience in park management and environmental education. Interns will assist in various tasks including research project development, invasive species removal, water testing, and trail maintenance to enhance visitor experience and park operations.

Non Profit

Hiring Manager

Tonia F.

Responsibilities

Shadowing staff and assisting in the development and execution of research projects

Participate in inspections for aquatic invasive species

Engage in invasive species removal

Conduct water testing

Contribute to tree planting and trail maintenance efforts

Qualification

Environmental StudiesParksRecreationRecreation ManagementBiological Sciences

Required

Enrollment in good academic standing as a FULL-TIME student in a bachelor's or advanced degree program in Parks and Recreation

Enrollment in good academic standing as a FULL-TIME student in a bachelor's or advanced degree program in Recreation, Park and Tourism Management

Enrollment in good academic standing as a FULL-TIME student in a bachelor's or advanced degree program in Environmental Studies

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