Park and Recreation Intern

Santee Lakes is seeking passionate, driven, and self-starting individuals with exceptional customer service skills to join our team for a summer internship. If you have experience or are enrolled in classes in one or more of the following areas - Environmental Science, Park and Recreation, Hospitality, or Marketing and Communications- we encourage you to apply.  
We are looking for individuals who are not only knowledgeable but also enthusiastic about contributing to our community and Santee Lakes. If you’re ready to take on a variety of challenges and make a meaningful impact, we would love to hear from you.  
Santee Lakes Recreation Preserve is owned and operated by Padre Dam Municipal Water District. This 190-acre park is situated in the hills of East County, San Diego and includes 300 camping spots, 10 cabins, and 7 beautiful manmade lakes. With over 700,000 guests visiting each year, Santee Lakes offers a dynamic and rewarding working environment for our Park and Recreation team.


Essential Duties
Essential Duties: (Depending on area assigned)

1. Environmental 
   • Support a robust ecosystem through lake and land management strategies
   • Assist in fishery and habitat protection and restoration
   • Support in invasive plant removal
   • Document and report on vegetation, trees, and wildlife
2. Hospitality 
   • Support guest services
   • Assist in event coordination and execution
   • Assist in boat dock operations
   • Support gate house services
3. Communication and Marketing 
   • Create digital and written content
   • Assist in development of marketing materials
   • Assist with event programming and support
   • Contribute to the production and distribution of marketing materials
4. Park Operations 
   • Assist in enforcing rules and regulations
   • Participate in special projects and repairs
   • Provide general support to Park and Recreation Team

1. Common public relations courtesies, practices and techniques

1. Communication, interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with co-workers, supervisor, the general public, etc.  sufficient to exchange or convey information and to receive work direction.
2. Understanding and carrying out oral and written instructions

1. High School Diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (G.E.D.)
2. Applicants enrolled or a recent graduate in an Environmental Science, Park & Recreation, Hospitality, or Marketing and Communications program at a community college, technical school, or accredited postsecondary education institution.
3. 6 months part-time or volunteer experience working with the public preferred

1. Valid California Driver’s License
2. C.P.R. and First Aid preferred