Position Summary 

This position is a blended role combining duties in natural resource management and recreation at the Tioga-Hammond Lakes project. The Tioga-Hammond Lake project consists of over 6,000 acres of land and water and receives about 100,000 visitors a year. Interns will engage in wide range of tasks ranging from trail work to GIS mapping for various databases assisting US Army Corps of Engineers Park Rangers. Work completed by SCA Interns will directly contribute to the safety and enjoyment of park visitors, as well as the conservation and protection of natural resources at the project. Daily work will include interacting with the public and assisting Park Ranger and Natural Resource Specialists with administering the recreation and environmental stewardship program. Interns will be exposed to and have an opportunity to participate in support of additional programs such as Flood Risk Management (FRM) and state partners like PA Fish and Boat.

Location 

Tioga, PA

Schedule 

June 1, 2026 - August 21, 2026

Key Duties and Responsibilities 

Intern will assist with managing daily operations at the park, interacting with the public and assisting Park Rangers and Natural Resources Specialists at Tioga-Hammond Lakes. Assisting Park rangers with the operation of the recreation areas during periods of high visitation. Interns will be trained to assist park staff/volunteers with general inquiries about park details in developed areas. Assist the Environmental Stewardship program with data collection including invasive species surveys, wildlife surveys, wildlife management and water quality monitoring and testing. Performing maintenance to public use areas and hiking trails.

Marginal Duties 

• Landscape Maintenance
• Trail Maintenance
• Property Line Boundary Inspections/Maintenance
• Assist Camp Hosts with fire ring cleaning
• Maintain contact with Rangers via radio

Required Qualifications 

• Must be 18 years of age.
• Must possess and maintain a valid state driver’s license.
• 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.
• Must possess basic hand tool skills.
• Position may require extended periods in the outdoors during adverse conditions such as heat, cold or rain.

Preferred Qualifications 

• Comfortable to engage with the public.
• Experience operating power tools or using basic maintenance tools/equipment.
• ArcGIS experience
• First Aid/CPR Certified

Hours 

40 per week

Living Accommodations 

Housing is not provided.

Compensation  

• $350 - weekly Living Allowance
• $40 – weekly Commuting Allowance
• $1,000 – monthly Housing Allowance
• $650 – Relocation Travel Grant* (if non-local) All allowances are subject to applicable federal, state, and local taxes.

*SCA positions with the US Army Corps of Engineers will receive a To/From Site travel reimbursement that reflects the actual roundtrip travel costs from their 'home' to the site. The reimbursement amount is based upon total distance (mileage) travelled and current federal per diem rates. Members are required to submit an expense report to SCA with documented round-trip travel costs for reimbursement. The requested reimbursement amount is capped at $650.

All allowances are subject to applicable federal, state, and local taxes. 

Personal Vehicle Information

Recommended

Additional Benefits 

• Basic Water Safety training
• Basic Driving Safety training
• Project Coordination Skills
• EM385 Safety Compliance
• GIS Skills
• Federal Contracts QA
• Tailgate Safety Meetings/ Monthly Staff Safety Meetings
• 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.