Spring Intern - Park Operations

Position Details

Position Information

Working Title of Vacant Position Spring Intern - Park Operations Job Type Seasonal/Substitute Posting Type Public Number of Vacancies 2 Department PARKS, REC, & TOURISM Division PR&T LEISURE Requisition Number 2026506 Number of hours worked per week Up to 30 hours per week Work Schedule

Schedule Varies: Monday - Sunday

To Be Determined: Based on operational requirements

May include Days, evenings, weekends, and occasional holidays

Work Site Location Chesapeake, VA Position Driving Requirement O - Occasional Pay Grade GE01 Pay Basis Weekly Advertised Salary

$17.50 / per hour

Job Description

Are you passionate about the outdoors and eager to gain hands-on experience in park management? Join our team for a rewarding Park Operations Internship where you'll help create memorable experiences for visitors while learning the ins and outs of park operations, environmental stewardship, and outdoor recreation. From supporting community programs to assisting with conservation initiatives, this internship offers a unique opportunity to explore the natural world while building valuable skills for your future career.

As a Park Operations Intern with PRT you will:

• Assist with daily park operations, including campground, camp store, and facility maintenance.
• Provide customer service by greeting visitors, answering questions, and processing reservations and payments.
• Support outdoor recreation activities such as hiking, kayaking, archery, fishing, and camping techniques.
• Help plan and deliver educational and interpretive programs focused on nature, conservation, and outdoor skills.
• Participate in environmental service projects, including cleanups and sustainability efforts.
• Assist with Planetarium programming.
• Contribute to marketing and outreach efforts through flyers, exhibits, and social media content.
• Support special events and community programs through setup, facilitation, and cleanup.
• Assist with inventory, equipment management, and facility organization.

Required Qualifications

Required knowledge, skills, and abilities:

• Strong written and verbal skills
• Possess investigative interest
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and demonstrate professionalism

Students participating in the Internship Program will be responsible for the following:

• Providing their own transportation to and from work.
• Arriving at the work site at the time designated by the worksite supervisor.
• Performing the tasks assigned by the vocational instructor/coordinator and the worksite supervisor in an efficient manner.
• Demonstrating honesty, punctuality, courtesy, a cooperative attitude, appropriate dress, and a willingness to learn.
• Conforming to the guidelines of the internship worksite.
• Requires a valid driver's license with a driving record that complies with the City Driving Standards

Preferred Qualifications

Students participating in the Internship Program will be responsible for :

• Providing their own transportation to and from work,
• Arriving at the work site at the time designated by the work site supervisor.
• Performing the tasks assigned by the vocational instructor/coordinator and the work site supervisor in an efficient manner.
• Demonstrating honesty, punctuality, courtesy, a cooperative attitude, appropriate dress, and a willingness to learn.
• Conforming to the guidelines of the internship work site.

Posting Detail Information

Job Open Date 10/23/2026 Job Close Date 11/07/2026 Open Continuous No Special Instructions to Applicants

Students will be limited to one internship per school year.

The internship may run from Monday, January 11 to Friday, April 23, 2027, depending on the student's curriculum. The student may work a maximum of 360 hours.

Students participating in the Internship Program will be responsible for:

• Providing their own transportation to and from work,
• Arriving at the work site at the time designated by the work-site supervisor.
• Performing the tasks assigned by the vocational instructor/coordinator and the work site supervisor efficiently.
• Demonstrating honesty, punctuality, courtesy, a cooperative attitude, appropriate dress, and a willingness to learn.
• Conforming to the guidelines of the internship

ADA Checklist

Overall Physical Strength Demands

Overall Physical Strength Demands M=Medium - Exerting 20-50 lbs. occasionally, 10-25 lbs. frequently, or up to 10 lbs. constantly

Physical Demands

C = Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. F = Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. O = Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. R = Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. N = Never- Never occurs.

Standing Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Sitting Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Walking Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Lifting Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Lifting Amount Exerting up to 20 to 50 lbs Carrying Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Carrying Weight Exerting up to 20 to 50 lbs Pushing/Pulling Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Pushing/Pulling Weight Exerting up to 20 to 50 lbs Reaching Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Handling Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Fine Dexterity Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Kneeling Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Crouching Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Crawling Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. Bending Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Twisting Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Climbing Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Balancing Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Vision Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. Hearing Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. Talking Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Foot Controls Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Machines, Tools, Equipment and Work Aids Used

Telephone, computer, printer, ID Picture Camera, fax, AED, tables, chairs, recreation and fitness equipment such as basketball goals, portable bleachers, and nets.

Protective Equipment Required

Any PPE required by the standard guidelines of the equipment used.

Health and Safety

D = Daily W = Several Times Per Week M = Several Times Per Month S = Seasonally N = Never

Mechanical Hazards M = Several Times Per Month Chemical Hazards M = Several Times Per Month Electrical Hazards M = Several Times Per Month Fire Hazards S = Seasonally Explosives S = Seasonally Communicable Diseases M = Several Times Per Month Physical Danger or Abuse S = Seasonally Other If Other, Description

Environmental Factors

D = Daily W = Several Times Per Week M = Several Times Per Month S = Seasonally N = Never

Dirt and Dust W = Several Times Per Week Extreme Temperatures S = Seasonally Noise and Vibration D = Daily Fumes and Odors W = Several Times Per Week Wetness/Humidity S = Seasonally Darkness or Poor Lighting S = Seasonally Primary Work Location Other - Community center

Non-Physical Demands

C = Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. F = Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. O = Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. R = Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. N = Never- Never occurs.

Time Pressures Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Emergency Situations Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. Frequent Change of Tasks Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Irregular Work Schedule/Overtime Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Performing Multiple Tasks Simultaneously Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Working Closely with Others as Part of a Team Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. Tedious or Exacting Work Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Noisy/Distracting Environment Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Other If Other, Description Can anyone assist the employee in performing the primary tasks assigned to this position? If yes, identify the eligible task(s)

Incumbent must be able to work independently.

Professional References

Professional References

Please provide contact information for professional references.

Minimum Requests 0 Maximum Requests 4

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• • Do you possess a valid driver's license and a driving record that is in compliance with the City's Driving Standards? Please review link in posting for details.

• Yes

• No

• • Are you a college student in good academic standing, or a recent college graduate (i.e., within one year of graduation)?

• Yes

• No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

Optional Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter