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Working Title: Community Outreach Intern

Job Class: Intern

Agency: MN Department of Natural Resources

+ **Job ID** : 90563

+ **Location** : New Ulm

+ **Telework Eligible** : Yes

+ **Full/Part Time** : Part-Time

+ **Regular/Temporary** : Intern

+ **Who May Apply** : Open to all qualified job seekers

+ **Date Posted** : 01/02/2026

+ **Closing Date** : 02/02/2026

+ **Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit** : Department of Natural Resources

+ **Division/Unit** : Operations Services

+ **Work Shift/Work Hours** : Day Shift

+ **Days of Work** : Monday - Friday

+ **Travel Required** : Yes

+ **Salary Range:** $19.00 / hour

+ **Classified Status** : Non-Status

+ **Bargaining Unit/Union** : 223 - Non-Employee/Unrepresented

+ **FLSA Status** : Nonexempt

+ Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : No

The work you'll do is more than just a job.

At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.

The Department of Natural Resources (DNR) provides outdoor recreation activities and manages Minnesota’s natural resources to create economic opportunity and a sustainable quality of life. We are driven to find talented, innovative employees to help us carry out this mission.

We are seeking to fill one (1) part-time Community Outreach Intern position in New Ulm, MN. Normal days of work will be Monday-Friday between the hours of 8:00am-4:30pm. Occasional evenings and weekends may be required. Housing is not provided. This position may be eligible for occasional telework.

This position has a flexible work arrangement and may be eligible to telework on a part-time basis which is subject to change. If approved, the employee would be required to complete a telework agreement. This position will require reporting to the primary work location on a regular basis.

This position will plan and participate in interpretive, educational, outdoor recreational and outreach events throughout the South Region in collaboration with the South Region Planner and Information Officer. The internship involves interacting with diverse communities. In addition, the intern will gain exposure to a variety of divisions and regional staff to build a greater understanding of the DNR’s mission, priorities, and many scientific and professional positions offered.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

+ Assist with planning, promoting, and staffing educational outreach events and field days.

+ Help connect diverse communities to outdoor nature-based experiences, such as fishing, hunting, or visiting state parks.

+ Facilitate welcoming connections with diverse cultures to encourage a sense of stewardship for Minnesota's natural resources.

+ Network and communicate with diverse communities to promote DNR events and opportunities.

+ Assist with gathering professional quality photos, audio, and video for DNR newsletters, web pages, and social media postings.

+ Draft and develop stories for internal communications and newsletters.

+ Share information with regional employees about cultural and generational communication methods, customs, views, and values.

+ Job shadow or work with field staff across all divisions to understand their jobs and roles within the DNR.

+ Work collaboratively on projects and activities as assigned to meet regional objectives.

Minimum Qualifications

To be eligible for an internship, you must meet the following requirements:

+ You must be a student at an accredited educational institution; **AND**

+ Your advisor must certify that you will either receive academic credit or fulfill an academic requirement. The signature of a sponsoring academic instructor is required prior to beginning an internship.

AND

+ Language proficiency in English and communication skills in Spanish, Somali, Hmong, and/or Karen.

+ The ability to effectively communicate with individuals with limited English proficiency.

+ Excellent human relation and communication skills sufficient to represent the position and Division in a professional, efficient, and clear manner.

+ Ability to work independently and in a team setting.

+ Strong organizational and interpersonal skills.

+ Basic computer skills sufficient to use word processing and other database software.

Preferred Qualifications

+ Fluency in Spanish, Somali, Hmong, and/or Karen.

+ Experience with outreach in diverse communities

+ Multimedia skills, i.e. photography, videography, graphic design.

+ General interest in natural resource conservation and outdoor recreation.

Additional Requirements

This position requires an unrestricted Class D Driver’s license with a clear driving record.

Applicants must have the ability to meet the physical requirements and work in the environmental conditions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodations.

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

It is policy of the Department of Natural Resources that all candidates submit to a background check prior to employment. The background check may consist of the following components:

+ Conflict of Interest Review

+ Criminal History Check

+ Education Verification

+ Employment Reference / Records Check

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.

Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email [email protected] . Please indicate what assistance is needed.