Internship Program

The Delaware State Parks Internship Program provides opportunities for qualified students and career-focused graduates to apply learned theory and experience to practical situations and to observe an organization first-hand. A quality field experience facilitates and enhances educational and vocational processes. The Delaware State Parks Internship Program is a 12-week, paid training program that provides practical work experience and valuable training in the many and varied careers in the state park system. Interns in the program engage in education, management, administration, and environmental stewardship activities to increase and promote the environmental awareness of our visitors.

Interns apply for a specific position and are assigned to a specific site with a field expert who will mentor and supervise the intern’s activities. Interns are expected to work closely with the field expert to design an individual plan detailing duties and requirements including: daily schedules, responsibilities, and length of the internship.

We have a multitude of learning experiences available.  Positions are available state-wide.  

• Environmental Education
• Historical Interpretation
• Historical Research
• Park Management
• Zoo Animal Care
• Environmental Stewardship
  

Benefits

• Housing: Limited co-ed housing is available. If selected for housing, an intern will share a house, duplex or dorm facility with other interns. 

• Activities: Interns will have the opportunity not only to visit ALL Delaware State Parks at no fee, but also participate in many of the tours, programs, and associated events for free. Delaware State Parks span the length of the state and whether it be canoeing at Trap Pond State Park, surfing at Delaware Seashore State Park, attending a concert at Bellevue State Park, or touring the living history facility at Fort Delaware, there is certainly something for everyone.

 Internship Opportunities are now posted on our Delaware State Parks Internship Program Handshake page.