Be a part of the dynamic team at Mark Twain Lake. This U. S. Army Corps of Engineers facility located in Northeast Missouri is focused on providing quality outdoor experiences, responsible stewardship, and service to the nation. Under the direction of natural resource specialists, interns will perform team-oriented, hands-on activities to maintain recreation facilities, landscape features, infrastructure components, and native habitats. Interns will also be engaged with interpretive and visitor services providing on-site and off-site programming, and support of the Corps’ Water Safety Program.
Location
Monroe City, MO
Schedule
May 25, 2026 - August 15, 2026
Key Duties and Responsibilities
Daily tasks will involve engaging visitors, providing interpretation, contributing to natural resource management, and recreation management, including:
• Trail maintenance.
• Landscape vegetation maintenance.
• Maintenance and light repair of signs, gates, and recreation area components.
• Maintenance of dispersed recreation and wildland areas.
• Support natural resource management efforts, including invasive species control, fish habitat development, forest resource management, wildlife habitat management, boundary line management, and facility maintenance.
• Interpretive programming and visitor center services.
Marginal Duties
• Staffing campground greeting booths and providing area information to visiting guests.
• Staffing special events. Providing guest services and event support.
• Support public and facility safety efforts under direct supervision.
Required Qualifications
• Must be at least 18 years old on start date.
• Must possess and maintain a valid state driver’s license.
• Must complete defensive driving training provided by the government.
• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Must have the ability to effectively speak, read, and write in English.
• Must have the ability to work outdoors and lift up to 40 pounds.
• Must wear SCA provided attire while on duty.
Preferred Qualifications
• Works well in a collaborative, public-facing setting.
• Takes initiative while contributing to a team-oriented atmosphere.
• Experience with formal or informal education programs, and experience with public speaking.
• Outdoor oriented.
Hours
40 per week
Living Accommodations
Housing is not provided. Interns will receive an $800 per month Housing Allowance.
Compensation
$350 - weekly Living Allowance; $75 – weekly Commuting Allowance; $800 – monthly Housing Allowance; $650 – Relocation Travel Grant (based on actual cost, capped at $650)
All allowances are subject to applicable federal, state, and local taxes.
Personal Vehicle Information
Recommended
Additional Benefits
Defensive Driving Training
First Aid/CPR
Interpretive Skills
AmeriCorps: Not Eligible
Equal Opportunity Statement
The Student Conservation Association, Inc., is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The SCA strives to cultivate a work environment that encourages fairness, teamwork, and respect among all staff members and is committed to maintaining a work atmosphere where lifestyles may grow personally and professionally.
The Student Conservation Association (SCA) is the largest provider of hands-on environmental conservation programs for youth and adults.
Our program participants protect and restore national parks, marine sanctuaries, cultural landmarks and community green spaces at various locations across the country.
After working with the SCA, our members emerge with increased environmental awareness, social responsibility and leadership skills.
As America’s most effective youth conservation service organization, the SCA transforms lives by empowering young people of all backgrounds to plan, act, and lead while they protect and restore our natural and cultural resources.
Founded in 1957, the SCA is dedicated to building the next generation of conservation leaders while inspiring lifelong protection of the environment and our communities.
SCA's mission is to build the next generation of conservation leaders and inspire lifelong stewardship of our environment and communities by engaging young people in hands-on service to the land.
