State Park Maintenance Intern (High School)

Reference #: 4684920
THE POSITION
Are you a vocational student focusing on trades, agricultural maintenance, or a similar area? Do you want to enhance your skills while discovering how carpentry, electrical work, masonry, and plumbing contribute to the smooth operation, safety, and enjoyment of a state park? If this sounds appealing, consider applying for an exciting paid internship at Shawnee State Park! This opportunity allows you to gain hands-on experience while ensuring that the park remains a welcoming space for all visitors in Pennsylvania!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK
As an Intern, you will support the supervisor across various trade areas. Your responsibilities will encompass carpentry tasks, where you will engage in both rough and finish work for buildings and facilities, including remodeling and wood projects such as cabinets and decks. In the electrical domain, you will assist with troubleshooting and repairs within the campground and other locations. For plumbing, your role will involve aiding in repairs, upgrades, and annual maintenance, addressing issues from broken pipes to winterizing water systems. In masonry, you will learn to construct forms and assist in mixing, pouring, and finishing concrete for structures, walls, and sidewalks. Furthermore, you will gain a crucial understanding of safety protocols applicable to all trade areas.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

Work schedule will vary based on agreement between high school and the commonwealth location
Seniors enrolled in High School 2024-2025:  The internship could be for the 2024-2025 school year until 6/30/2025
Juniors enrolled in High School 2024-2025:  The internship could be for the 2024-2025 school year, summer 2025, and 2025-2026 school year
You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.
  REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY
QUALIFICATIONS
Internship Requirements:
You must be at least 16 years of age.
You must be a junior or senior enrolled in high school during the 2024 – 2025 school year.

Additional Requirements:
You must be a vo-tech (career and technical center) student in an approved cooperative vocational training program that has prepared the student for the duties and the description of work described in this posting.
Letter of Recommendation: You must attach a Letter of Recommendation from your schools co-op coordinator, career or guidance counselor, or similar designated school professional indicating you meet your schools requirements and are being recommended for this opportunity.
Work Permit: Minors will be required to submit their Work Permit upon acceptance of this position.
By participating in this program, the student and school agree to use the Commonwealths Training Plan, Statement of Responsibilities, and Student Performance Evaluation. Forms will be provided to the student upon acceptance of this position.
You must be able to perform essential job functions.

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).
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.
Veterans:

Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. 7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans Preference tab or contact us at ra-cs- etpreference@pa.gov.
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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.