Six Flags · 14 hours ago
Rides Unit Leadership Internship
Waukegan, IL
Internship
Onsite
InternSix Flags is a well-known amusement park company, and they are seeking a Rides Unit Supervisor Intern to gain valuable leadership skills. The intern will lead a ride crew, assist with department events, and ensure guest safety and satisfaction during their visit.
Amusement Park and ArcadeMedia and EntertainmentParksRide Sharing
Responsibilities
Attend required Human Resources Discovery, Rides Department training, and specific ride training
Adhere to Six Flags Standards of Appearance and Attendance policy as stated in the Six Flags Handbook
Provide courteous greetings and answer any Guest questions. Respond to and resolve Guest comments whenever possible
Ensure Guest safety and satisfaction during their visit
Enforce all rider restrictions including monitoring and measuring for height requirements
Assist with pairing up of single riders and proper grouping techniques to ensure greater capacity
Maintain and update the Daily Operations Report and take hourly throughput readings
Respond to any emergency situation in the area and maintain control until a Section Supervisor arrives
Monitor and enforce Park line jumping and smoking policies
Clean ride units and ride areas as needed, including Guest illnesses
Assist with downtime situations and evacuation, if ride cannot be restarted
Facilitate Fast Lane program and work the position at participating rides
Be able to communicate proper hand signals as called for during ride operation
Watch ride and waiting Guests during the ride cycle
Physically check restraints and manually open when necessary
Assist Guests as they exit the ride
Stand at the control panel of the ride and operate the ride by pressing appropriate buttons, visually monitoring panel for flashing lights/solid lights, and be prepared to stop the ride during critical situations
Give announcements via a public address system when necessary
Operate the secondary control panel and visually monitor ride during operation and be prepared to stop the ride during critical situations
Complete ride certification tests, corrected to 100% proficiency
Assist with Leadership Training Programs
Perform daily ride area inspections and complete all paperwork
Assign daily position and break rotations
Counsel and correct Team Members as necessary
Serve as liaison between Team Members and Supervisors
Hold crew and safety meetings
Complete Witness Statements as needed
Perform test rides to ensure continued safety before operation
Report immediately any unsafe acts to the Supervisor
Train and certify Team Members as needed
Shadow Rides Section Supervisor, Rides Duty Manager, and two additional departments
Assist with department event planning and execution
Successfully complete the International Ride Operator Certification (iROC) course through General Rides Training
Obtain certification for Attendant and Operator positions on all rides within assigned unit
Successfully complete and pass the Rides Leadership Training Program which includes becoming a certified iROC Trainer
May be asked to assist in the Ride Information Center
Become General certified in the Supplemental Restraint Harness program
Qualification
Required
Minimum Age: 18
Must be able to work all shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays where at least 50% of an individual's availability must include closing shifts
Must possess above average communication skills
Must react well in stressful and emergency situations
Able to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
Able to communicate effectively in the English language, including the ability to read, speak and understand the English language
Must be able to stand/walk for up to 5 hours at a time and as many as 16 hours a day
Must be able to walk up to 5 miles per day over various surfaces
May be exposed to: heights, spinning objects or moving water
Must be willing to work outdoors in various weather conditions
Must be professional, self-motivated, the ability to multi-task and have an enthusiastic attitude
Must have strong teamwork skills and the ability to work with others
Company
Six Flags
Six Flags is a regional theme park company that offers coasters, themed rides, and water parks.
Founded in 1961
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$2.65BKey Investors
JANA Partners
2026-01-07Post Ipo Debt· $1B
2025-10-21Post Ipo Equity
2024-04-16Post Ipo Debt· $850M
Leadership Team
Richard Zimmerman
Chief Executive Officer
Recent News
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