• Operations Admin Internship

    Six Flags (Queensbury, NY)


    Overview:

    Are you ready to take your internship to new heights at Six Flags Great Escape? Be a part of the Park Operations Internship Program this summer! This program is more than just a job or simple internship – it’s a lifetime opportunity to gain hands-on experience, make lasting friendships, boost your resume, grow your knowledge and skills, and make a real-world difference on the operation of New York’s leading theme park.

    Responsibilities:

    Program Highlights & Responsibilities

    + Employee Housing available on a first-come-first-serve basis. ( _Contact the HR Team for more information_ .)

    + Meet and network with other college interns and park leaders

    + Gain first-hand knowledge and experience working directly in the field in an operations leadership position

    + Ensure proper documentation of all Operations training records, inspections, and any other relevant documents.

    + Get valuable opportunities to meet, engage, and learn from park leaders and management

    + Opportunity to shadow and interact with park Directors and Park President

    + Opportunity to participate in a “Capstone Presentation” related to improving an aspect of the park/resort operation

    + Opportunity to learn from leaders at our hotel & indoor waterpark operation

    + Accurately monitors and responds to radio traffic as the dispatcher for the Operations Division.

    + Dispatches units as necessary and coordinates radio traffic in the case of an emergency.

    + Assists with the administering of certification tests for Ride Operations trainees.

    + Ensures proper record keeping and filing of legal documents.

    + Tracks and logs park attendance in coordination with the Admissions department.

    + Sends communications routinely to park management with information on park attendance, ride uptime and ridership.

    + Ensures the proper tracking of ride downtime incidents and real-time logging of wait times via guest-facing systems.

    + Perform duties as a Team Member when necessary, including but not limited to operating rides

    + Practices, supports, maintains and enforces a total safety culture for all Leads and Team Members

    + Assist other Team Members and Departments to support the resort as a whole

    How You Will Do It

    + Ability to lead and inspire team members.

    + Ability to work in an environment as fast-paced as our coasters

    + Ability to multitask

    + After passing ride certification tests with 100% accuracy

    + Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety

    + Friendly, outgoing personality inviting guests to your boarding station

    + Positive attitude to make guests excited about their ride

    + Must react well in stressful and emergency situations

    + Taking direction from management

     

    Why work with us?

     

    + Paid training

    + DailyPay – work today, get paid tomorrow

    + Advancement opportunities

    + Free admission to ALL Six Flags parks, including White Water Bay

    + Free tickets for friends and family

    + Discounts on passes, food, and merchandise

    + Exclusive employee events

    + Fun rewards, benefits, and more!

    Qualifications:

    What You Will Need

    + Must be 18 years or older

    + Must be currently pursuing a college degree or a recent graduate (within 180 days of the start of employment at Six Flags Great Escape)

    + A team-player attitude and the willingness to step in wherever it is needed to support the park operation or assist Guests

    + Commit to working through the 2026 summer operating season (mid-May through mid-August)

    + Flexible schedule with the ability to work weekends, nights and holiday periods to meet business needs

    + Ability and comfort working in an indoor and outdoor environment (rain, heat, winds, etc.)

    + Must be able to stand, walk, stoop, bend, and reach throughout your shift

    + Excellent verbal communication skills

    + Basic understanding of leadership and a willingness to learn and develop

    + A safety-first attitude

    + Able to work a flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays

     

    Cedar Fair Entertainment Company is an equal opportunity employer. A work permit may be required for associates under the age of 18. Applicants must be legally eligible for employment in the United States and in accordance with state laws. Cedar Fair also conducts background checks on all applicants 18 years of age and older.