State Park Field Service Intern - Harrisburg (College)

Are you ready to explore the great outdoors and gain valuable experiences this summer? Consider applying for the State Park Field Service Intern position, which offers an exciting opportunity for students to learn and contribute to efforts aimed at conserving and sustaining Pennsylvania's natural resources for both current and future generations.

This internship focuses on natural resource management within the Bureau of State Parks, specifically targeting habitat and invasive species management through the application of Geographic Information System and Field Maps. As an intern, you will engage in a variety of tasks aimed at conserving and protecting natural resources in Pennsylvania's state parks. You will collaborate closely with Field Service Specialists and staff from the Resource Management and Field Services Section, gaining valuable insights from their expertise in the field. 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 3/1/2026 through 8/28/2026
• Work hours are 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM, with a 30-minute lunch.
• Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time on a schedule that aligns with their supervisor so they are in the office on the same days. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Harrisburg. The ability to telework is subject to change at any time. Additional details may be provided during the interview.
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

QUALIFICATIONS

Internship Requirements:

• Current full-time enrollment in a two-year degree, bachelor's degree or advanced degree program in one of the following majors:
  • Biology
  • Forestry
  • Ecology
• 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 by May 2026
• Good academic standing (2.0 GPA or higher)
• Pennsylvania residency or enrollment at a Pennsylvania college or university

Additional Requirements:

• You must possess a valid driver's license which is not under suspension.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Legal Requirements:

• 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.

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).
• If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. 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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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.