DCNR- PA State Parks EE Intern

This position provides career-applicable experience in environmental education and interpretation-related aspects of Pennsylvania State Park operations. You will shadow and assist staff in various areas of bureau environmental education, interpretation, and outdoor recreation programming support (e.g., lesson plan development, delivery of education programs, educational program support, etc.). You will interpret planning and projects to gain knowledge in those areas and to take responsibility for the completion of assigned project tasks. Work and educational experience will be weighted toward individuals pursuing studies that relate to education, history, and natural sciences.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

QUALIFICATIONS - Internship Requirements:

• Current full-time enrollment in a bachelor’s degree, associate/2-year tech program or advanced degree program in an acceptable major.
• Freshman year completed.
• Good academic standing (2.0 GPA or higher).
• Pennsylvania residency or enrollment at a Pennsylvania college or university.

• This internship requires a valid driver's license. 
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

• Students in the following majors:
  • Recreation management
  • Geo environmental
  • Environmental education

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).
• This posting requires submission of a copy of your college transcript(s). Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. You may upload your document as an attachment during the application process. You must still complete the application and answer the supplemental questions.  All documents MUST be uploaded prior to the submission of your application.
• 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.   
• 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.