Individual Placement - Operations Intern at Libby Dam

Position Summary The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) is the leading Federal provider of outdoor recreation and attracts over 335 million visitors annually at 403 water resources development projects operated in 43 states. Interns will assist Libby Dam park rangers and maintenance personnel in operation and maintenance of visitor and recreation areas and facilities. To include, minor maintenance, cleaning, sign installation, patrolling of park grounds and facilities, and providing visitor assistance in the visitor center and on scheduled tours of the dam. Location Libby, MT Schedule May 18, 2026 - August 14, 2026 Key Duties and Responsibilities Assists park management and visitor assistance team in developing, organizing and presenting multi-media, multi-image, audio-visual equipment, displays and exhibits. Participates in exhibit and display operations and maintenance by assuring they are working correctly and safely. Participates in visitor use surveys. Collects and evaluates statistical data. Compiles this data at the end of the season, draws conclusions and makes recommendations on the basis of findings. Assists Corps staff in performing repetitive tasks including visitor counts, checking parking of visitor vehicles, directing traffic, and inspecting safety equipment; hand tools, radios, and cameras may be used. Performs day-to-day activities associated with forestry, fisheries, wildlife habitat assessment, pest control, pollution abatement, and soil conservation. Collects and records information on items such as water quality, sediment samples, vegetation, noxious weed control, wildlife and fish populations, and soil erosion and site rehabilitation problems. Marginal Duties Assists in first aid, boating, and evolving emergencies. Other duties as assigned. Required Qualifications Must wear required attire by SCA or Corps Volunteer attire while on duty. Must possess and maintain valid driver's license. must possess good verbal and written communications skills. Physical ability to navigate campground loops, swim areas and campsites, lift 50 lbs and carry 50 lb. object 25 feet Preferred Qualifications First Aid and CPR Certification Landscaping/yard work experience Previous Park or outdoor recreation experience as employee or volunteer Basic hand tool skills Ability to swim Hours 40 per week Living Accommodations Students must find their own lodging and transportation to their duty location. A housing stipend of $1200 (3 total) will be provided for each month of service. Compensation SCA is required to provide a weekly stipend as well as a mileage/transportation allowance. Weekly stipend is $500/week Commuting allowance is $25/week. Travel grant/move to duty station reimbursable funding --not to exceed $650-- if circumstances are met (receipts are required) All allowances are subject to applicable federal, state, and local taxes. Personal Vehicle Information Required Additional Benefits Defensive Driving Training First Aid/CPR Interpretive Skills Off-Road Vehicle Safety 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.

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