Seasonal Outdoor Education Intern - Richardson Nature Center

4/27/2026

The intern will assist staff in conducting environmental education programs to increase public awareness of the environment. They will also help foster appreciation and enjoyment of Three Rivers Park District facilities.

Working Hours

40 hours/week

Company Size

1,001-5,000 employees

Language

English

Visa Sponsorship

About The Company

Three Rivers Park District is a park system in the west suburban Minneapolis/St. Paul metro area of Minnesota. We manage almost 27,000 acres of park reserves, regional parks, regional trails, and special-use facilities. The name "Three Rivers" comes from our parks' geography, situated within the watersheds that flow into three significant rivers to this region: the Mississippi, the Minnesota and the Crow. The mission of Three Rivers Park District is to promote environmental stewardship through recreation and education in a natural resources-based park system. through recreation and education in a natural resources-based park system. With facilities for every season, including picnicking, swimming, play areas, boating, fishing, downhill skiing, snowboarding, golfing, camping and sledding, Three Rivers Parks is the place for recreation, play and relaxation. We have developed an extensive trail system for hiking, biking, in-line skating, horseback riding, cross-country skiing and snowshoeing. We also offer program sites for nature, recreation, historic, and farm education. The Park District serves 7 million park guests per year.

About the Role

Three Rivers Park District is seeking to fill a Seasonal Outdoor Education Intern position at Richardson Nature Center in Bloomington, MN. This position is responsible for assisting staff in conducting, under direction, environmental education programs that will increase the public's awareness of their surrounding environment and foster the appreciation, enjoyment and utilization of Three Rivers Park District facilities.

STARTING WAGE: $16.00/hour.

This positing is scheduled to close 05/01/2026

Work Where You Play

A natural resources-based park system, Three Rivers Park District manages more than 27,000 acres of parks and trails in the Twin Cities area. It takes a dedicated team of full-time, part-time and seasonal employees to provide the high-quality opportunities and facilities that Three Rivers provides. Be part of this dynamic team, make a difference in the community and work where you play.

All seasonal employees receive a free Recreation Activity Pass, providing access to discounted or complimentary Park District programs and services.

Essential Duties and Qualifications

Applications for internships will be considered from current undergraduate students, including PSEO students, or recent graduates from accredited colleges or universities. Applications will be accepted from individuals with a background in fields including, but not limited to, parks and recreation administration, outdoor education, curriculum and instruction, experiential education, biological sciences and cultural history.

You can find the full position description for this position by clicking here: Seasonal Outdoor Recreation Intern.pdf

Please contact the Department of Human Resources for any inquiries regarding this posting or position. You can reach us at Amanda.Moua@threeriversparks.org or 763-559-6738.

Supplemental Information

You Belong Here. At Three Rivers, we see diversity and inclusion as central to our organization and we encourage our employees to bring their authentic, original, and best selves to work.

We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know by contacting the Human Resources contact listed above.

Key Skills

Environmental educationPublic speakingCurriculum developmentParks and recreation administrationExperiential educationBiological sciencesCultural historyProgram facilitation