What are the responsibilities and job description for the Individual Placement - U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Participant at Leech Lake position at Student Conservation Association, Inc?
Position Summary
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) is the leading Federal provider of outdoor recreation and attracts over 335 million visitors annually at 403 water resources development projects operated in 43 states. Visitor safety as well as stewardship of the natural resources are several of the primary missions in the management of these projects.
Location
Federal Dam, MN
Schedule
May 4, 2026 - August 21, 2026
Key Duties and Responsibilities
Interns are to provide assistance in the implementation of the Corps campground, recreation, and natural resources management including assisting park rangers at park offices and visitor use areas to disseminate information about the area, assist with answering basic questions about camping reservations, assisting with campground check-ins/check-outs, updating bulletin boards, working on interpretive displays, stocking and distributing informative material in information centers. Work will be performed cooperatively with USACE permanent staff, volunteers, and other county, state and federal partners, in both independent and team settings.
Marginal Duties
SCA interns may also be asked to conduct interpretive programs at the recreation areas and may also assist with setting up and staffing water safety booths and parades at county/state/special event fairs, while representing the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. Light maintenance tasks may be required in recreation areas including but not limited to painting, mowing, weed whipping, litter clean-up, leaf blowing, sign installation, native garden plantings/bed maintenance, light facility cleaning, and other general landscaping and park maintenance tasks. SCA interns may assist park rangers with natural resources management tasks including invasive species control activities, pollinator habitat improvements, wildlife habitat improvements, project boundary inspections and clearing, as well as park trail maintenance. SCA interns may be asked to drive UTV’s/ATV’s, government vehicles, golf carts, and other site equipment – training to be provided if deemed necessary by the location.
Required Qualifications
- Must be at least 18 years of age
- Must possess and maintain a valid state driver’s license
- 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 50 pounds
- Must wear SCA-provided attire while on duty.
Preferred Qualifications
- An interest in the Natural Resource or Outdoor Recreation field with a passion for being outside.
Hours
40 per week
Living Accommodations
- Housing is not provided for this position.
Compensation
- Living Allowance: $350/week
- Housing Allowance: $1,000/month
- Commuting Allowance: $100/week; up to $650 in reimbursable expenses for relocation
All allowances are subject to applicable federal, state, and local taxes.
Personal Vehicle Information
- Required
Additional Benefits
- 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.
Salary : $1,000