Individual Placement- Grounds and Natural Landscapes

Job description

Position Summary This internship offers a hands-on opportunity to assist USACE Park Rangers and volunteers in maintaining recreation areas of the Saylorville Lake Project located in Johnston, IA. Interns will be vital in ensuring our parks, campgrounds, and trails remain in excellent condition for the public. Key responsibilities will involve a variety of tasks including groundskeeping, natural resource management, and operational support. Interns are expected to begin work from 0730-1600 (Mon-Fri), first checking in with staff on daily projects and tasks. Intern’s will often be working in tandem with natural resource staff & volunteers and may on occasion be instructed to work independently depending on the work. Interns will engage in a wide array of work including but not limited to mowing, tree planting, painting, playground inspections, trash removal/collection, invasive species management and assisting with interpretive program/events. Location: Johnston, IL: Schedule: May 18, 2026 - August 28, 2026 Key Duties and Responsibilities: The intern's primary responsibility will be the upkeep and beautification of the park, involving groundskeeping duties such as mowing, string trim...