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NEOGOV · 11 hours ago

Intern - Parks

positionPublic Works Service Center, MN
timeInternship
remoteOnsite
seniorityIntern
money$19/hr - $19/hr

NEOGOV is recognized as one of the best places to work in Southeast Minnesota, and they are seeking an Intern for their Parks department. This internship will introduce the intern to various aspects of park management, including leading educational programs, assisting with animal care, and participating in resource management.

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Responsibilities

Lead nature walks/hikes and programs for all ages
Keep interpretive posters, signage, and interpretive labels current
Weekly checks on the natural playscape
Assist in resource management of park lands including invasive species removal
Assist with watercraft rental station
Assist staff in the daily upkeep and maintenance needed throughout the park
Assist in posting to park social media accounts
Inspecting watercraft for AIS (Aquatic Invasive Species)
Zoo animal care – diet prep, daily feeding, cleaning, animal enrichment, exhibit maintenance
Present zoo animal and nature education programs to school-age groups and the general public
Participate in community science projects conducted at the park
Promote the park and zoo as a Nature Center attendant as well as in the community during outreach programs
Participate in resource management of park lands, including invasive species removal, as well as other park maintenance
Create an individual internship capstone project to better the park and provide the intern with new skills and knowledge, under supervision of park staff

Qualification

Environmental scienceOrganizationWritten communicationVerbal communicationSelf-motivationFollowing instructionsUsing office equipmentUsing hand toolsTeamworkResponsibility

Required

College student pursuing a degree in natural sciences, interpretation, education, recreation, zoology, biology, or related field
This internship does require evening and weekend hours
Regular and reliable attendance is a necessary component of job/position
Individuals required to use County vehicles and equipment must have a valid driver's license and be free of any major traffic violations for the last three (3) years
Knowledge of environmental science
Skill in written and verbal communication
Skill in organization and self-motivation
Ability to accept responsibility
Ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others
Ability to exercise some independent judgment and to meet deadlines
Ability to use office equipment required for performing the job
Ability to use a variety of hand tools
Ability to assist with a variety of programs and tasks

Company

NEOGOV

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NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.
dateFounded in 1999
location
El Segundo, California, USA
people-size501-1000 employees
web-link
http://www.neogov.com

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
$700M
Key Investors
Warburg Pincus
2025-07-28Secondary Market· $700M
2025-07-28Acquired
2021-06-02Private Equity

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Shane Evangelist
CEO
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Brandon McDonald
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