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State Park Intern – Prince Gallitzin State Park

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
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THE POSITION

Pennsylvania's state park system attracts millions of guests annually, offering a stunning array of natural beauty and recreational opportunities. We are seeking dynamic and passionate students eager to delve into the intricacies of park management and environmental education while helping visitors fully appreciate the wonders of Pennsylvania's picturesque state parks.

If you are enthusiastic about public service and wish to acquire meaningful work experience that can pave the way for your future career after graduation, we encourage you to apply today!

 

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

This is a professional internship position to implement an assigned projects of: 1) Conducting boat inspections at boat launch areas within Prince Gallitzin State Park to create awareness of aquatic invasive species. 2) Using GPS to collect park attributes including road data, buildings, utilities, etc. Additional State Park experienced will be gained by assisting staff in different responsibility areas such as Crooked Run Campground Office, Environmental Education assistance, and Maintenance tasks by working with a range of position classifications while at Prince Gallitzin State Park.
 
The selected intern will be responsible for: utilizing a GPS unit to collect mentioned attributes; being familiar with aquatic invasive species, furthering knowledge of successful boat inspection programs in Pennsylvania and other states. Intern will be set up at specified boat launch areas during peak operational times addressing boaters by public speaking and education, preform visual checks on boats, collect data, and pas.

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:
 

  • Full-time internship that will run from 5/1/2025 through 8/29/2025
  • Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, with a 30-minute lunch.
    • Off on Monday and Tuesday
       
  • This position may require evenings and weekends, not to exceed 37.5 hours a week.
     
  • You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

 

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

 

QUALIFICATIONS
Internship Requirements:

  • Current full-time enrollment in a two-year degree, bachelor’s degree or advanced degree program in one of the following acceptable majors:
    • Environmental Education
    • Recreation Management
    • Natural Sciences
  • An approved major course which includes a qualifying 24 credit hours of study in the physical, biological and environmental sciences may be acceptable.
  • Freshman year completed.
  • Good academic standing (2.0 GPA or higher)
  • Pennsylvania residency or enrollment at a Pennsylvania college or university


 

Additional Requirements:

  • This position requires possession of a valid Class C non-commercial driver's license.
  • You must be able to perform essential job functions.


How to Apply: 

  • Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
  • You must attach transcripts to your application. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
  • Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
  • Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.  


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Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS): 
 

  • 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).


If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.