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Working Title: State Park Counter Installation Intern

Job Class: Intern

Agency: MN Department of Natural Resources

+ **Job ID** : 90706

+ **Location** : St. Paul

+ **Telework Eligible** : No

+ **Full/Part Time** : Full-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** : Parks and Trails

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

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

+ **Travel Required** : Yes - Up to 75% of the time

+ **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.

We are currently seeking to hire up to two full-time State Park Counter Installation Interns in St. Paul, Minnesota. Normal workdays will be Monday through Thursday, with anticipated hours from 7:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Work hours may vary, but shifts will generally not start before 7:00 a.m. or end after 8:00 p.m. The anticipated internship dates are mid-May through approximately Labor Day. Housing is not provided.

At least 75% of workdays may involve overnight stays. When overnight travel is required, the Department of Natural Resources will provide lodging, vehicles, and meal reimbursements.

These positions provide students with an educational experience and on the job training in state park visitor management, specifically by supporting the expansion of the state park visitor counting program through the installation of approximately 60 vehicle counters at various state parks across Minnesota. Additional opportunities may include learning about and assisting with the state park and trails planning and research program.

Responsibilities include:

1. Installation of state park vehicle counters at various state parks across Minnesota, including travel to state parks across Minnesota, site location identification and prep, traffic control, operation of installation equipment including a walk-behind concrete saw, rock drill, leaf blowers and other hand tools, installation and testing of counter hardware, and site clean-up.

2. Coordinating with Gopher One for utility flagging at counter sites.

3. Communicating with park staff to confirm installation plans.

4. Validating vehicle counter data through manual observation.

5. Inventorying supplies and equipment to ensure smooth and successful installations.

6. Document archiving.

Student will be trained and instructed in the safe use of installation tools and equipment, installation skills, safety and state park research methods.

This position will involve operating a walk-behind concrete saw, rock drill, leaf blower, small hand tools, and other equipment and tools. The position will also be responsible for occasionally lifting heavy equipment of up to 125 pounds with the assistance of others with or without accommodations.

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

+ Ability to follow directions and work well independently and as part of a team.

+ Communications skills to respond orally and in writing to a wide range of technical questions.

+ Ability to safely operate and transport a walk-behind concrete saw, rock drill, leaf blower, small hand tools, and other equipment and tools.

Preferred Qualifications

+ Enrolled in Natural Resources Management, Urban Planning, Recreation Studies or related degree program.

+ First Aid and CPR training.

+ Ability to provide excellent customer service.

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

+ License / Certification Verification

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.