The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) is the leading Federal provider of outdoor recreation. Fort Peck Project is in the Upper Great Plains of northeast Montana with 31 recreation areas around the 5th largest reservoir in the US. The Fort Peck Interpretive Center is a destination for nearly 15,000 visitors annually featuring full skeletal mount dinosaurs, the state’s largest freshwater aquariums, an expansive wildlife diorama and historical exhibits describing construction of Fort Peck Dam and life in the 1930s. The intern will assist park rangers and volunteers with visitor related duties, water safety outreach and recreation area oversight.
Location
Fort Peck, MT
Schedule
May 18, 2026 - September 4, 2026
Key Duties and Responsibilities
This position primarily interacts with visitors to the Regional, Class A Fort Peck Interpretive Center. The intern supports Interpretive Center operations orienting visitors to the museum and geographic area, developing weekly youth activities, registering visitors for powerhouse tours. The intern assists with student field trips and conducts historical research for visiting public. Activities include supporting the USACE water safety program including coordinating a public field day with other agencies and awarding adult boaters for wearing life jackets. Intern work is important for maintaining informational displays, assisting with public information distribution and educational programs, special events, and maintaining ambassador animal exhibits. This position supports maintenance and safety of exhibits and the facilities, inside and out. The position works closely with USACE staff and volunteers to serve the public and complete projects.
Marginal Duties
The intern also supports campground and recreation area operations with an emphasis on facility and grounds maintenance, cleanliness, and visitor assistance and support. Duties include inspecting and maintaining campsites and common areas; repairing and maintaining signs, picnic tables, painting; litter removal; playground and safety equipment inspections; inspecting vacated campsites for damage; replenishing supplies; and assisting with weed and pest control. The intern also assists with routine safety checks of equipment, maintains records of completed work, and reports maintenance or safety concerns to staff.
Required Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
Hours
40 per week
Living Accommodations
Compensation
All allowances are subject to applicable federal, state, and local taxes.
Personal Vehicle Information
Required
Additional Benefits
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.
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