Forestry Intern - Michaux Forest District; High School

Salary

$17.88 Hourly

Location

Franklin County, PA

Job Type

Internship

Job Number

N-

Department

Department of Conservation & Natural Resources

Division

CN Fors Dstr #1

Opening Date

10/09/2026

Closing Date

10/23/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Job Code

U2540

Position Number

Union

Non-Union

Bargaining Unit

98

Pay Group

XH28

Bureau / Division Code

Bureau / Division

Michaux Forest District

Worksite Address

10099 Lincoln Way East

City

Fayetteville, Pennsylvania

Zip Code

17222

Contact Name

EP, CE Internships

Contact Email

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Discover what it means to protect the places people love! As a Forestry Intern with the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources, you will explore forest care, recreation support, and conservation practices. You will gain hands‑on experience that shows how natural spaces are managed. Become part of a team that works every day to preserve Pennsylvania forests for the future!

This role provides an introduction to forest maintenance, conservation practices, and the operations that support Pennsylvania state forests. As a Forestry Intern, you will perform the following duties:

• Maintenance Processes: Gain knowledge of procedures for state forest buildings, roads, trails, access areas, and signs
• Natural Areas Management: Learn methods for caring for wild and natural area zones
• Recreation Oversight: Support management of trails and recreation areas such as hiking, ATV, and snowmobile routes
• Design Support: Assist with understanding facility and infrastructure design procedures including specification writing and material purchasing
• Project Coordination: Help coordinate schedules between maintenance divisions and local government partners
• Safety Practices: Study important safety measures used across state forests and related areas

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• This is a high school internship for the  school year.
  • Senior enrolled in High School
    - The internship could be for the  school year until 6/30/2027.
  • Junior enrolled in High School
    - The internship could be for the  school year, summer 2027, and  school year
• Work schedule will vary based on agreement between high school and the Commonwealth location.
• Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

QUALIFICATIONS

Internship Requirements:

• You must be at least 16 years of age at time of hire.
• You must be a junior or senior enrolled in high school during the 2026 - 2027 school year.
• Letter of Recommendation:
  You must attach a Letter of Recommendation from your school's co‑op coordinator, career or guidance counselor, or similar designated school professional indicating that you meet your school's requirements and are being recommended for this opportunity.

Additional Requirements:

• Work Permit:
  Minors will be required to submit their Work Permit upon acceptance of this position.
• By participating in this program, the student and school agree to the use of the Commonwealth's Training Plan, Statement of Responsibilities, and Student Performance Evaluation. Forms will be provided to the student upon acceptance of this position.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Veterans:

• Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S.
  * 7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). and click on Veterans.

Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):

• 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law.

All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.