Summer Conservation Intern

Winneshiek County Conservation is offering summer internships in 2026 with a variety of work and training. Spend your summer with a fun, professional staff while building your job skills and your resume!

POSITIONS INCLUDE

• Park Intern – maintenance of county areas and facilities, including mowing, trimming, cleaning, painting, etc., as well as assisting with natural resource management and naturalist programming.
• Naturalist Intern – environmental education, including planning and assisting with programs and activities for summer camps, libraries, public programs, and at a county fair booth, as well as assisting with maintenance, resource management, trail counts, and administrative work as assigned.

DETAILS

• Flexible start and end dates; 12-14 week position begins April/May and ends August/September.
• 40 hour work week (non-routine week including some weekends, evenings, and holidays).
• Housing is available for additional park upkeep.
• Salary is $11.00-$14.00/hr, depending on qualifications. No benefits.

QUALIFICATIONS

Applicant must be 18 years old, have the ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs., possess a valid Iowa driver’s license, and maintain an acceptable driving record. Certification in First Aid and CPR desired but not required. Preferred applicants be enrolled in or have a degree in one of the following: ecology, forestry, recreation, park management, environmental studies, or other natural sciences. Applicant will undergo a background check.

DEADLINE

Positions are open until filled. Please ensure you have completed and turned in all required application documents to be considered.

TO APPLY

Send a completed application form, resume, cover letter, and three references to the address below or email to conservation@winneshiekwild.com. Application forms can be found at http://www.winneshiekwild.com/jobs or downloaded here: County Application

Barbara Schroeder, Director

Winneshiek Co. Conservation

2546 Lake Meyer Road

Fort Atkinson, IA 52144