Business Management Internship jobs at State Of South Dakota

Session: Summer (May - August) Park Management Intern Hiring Manager: Jason Baumann Minimum Salary: $20.53 * APPLICANT MUST BE A CURRENT PART-TIME OR FULL-TIME STUDENT (MINIMUM OF 6 CREDIT HOURS) IN UPCOMING SEMESTER OR IN THE IMMEDIATELY PRECEDING SEMESTER. Position Description: This internship will provide a candidate with essential on the job experience relating to the management and maintenance of a state park and park district that contains camping and day-use. The intern will be involved with the daily management of Newton Hills State Park, Union Grove State Park, and Spirit Mound Historic Prairie. With a large number of visitors and wide variety of recreation offerings, this park will provide an intern with a well-rounded experience. The intern will also be involved in planning and development that relates to annual park management. The intern will be given the opportunity to develop new skills, lead seasonal employees and utilize learned coursework/studies that relate to park management. A desire to provide great customer service and strong people skills will serve the candidate well in learning the day to day operations of a South Dakota State Park. Qualifications: Applicant must be enrolled as a part-time/full-time student at a college, university, or technical institute at the time they apply. By the start of the internship, the student should have completed one year (nine months) of their chosen program. All students are encouraged to apply, but preference may be given to applicants with a standing of junior/senior, South Dakota residents, and students of South Dakota institutions. Apply at: ************************************************************************************ * Positions can be filled prior to the closing date.* South Dakota Bureau of Human Resources Telephone: ************ "An Equal Opportunity Employer" #LI-Onsite

Session: Summer (May - August) Park Management Intern Hiring Manager: Josh Cleveland Minimum Salary: $20.53 Hourly * APPLICANT MUST BE A CURRENT PART-TIME OR FULL-TIME STUDENT (MINIMUM OF 6 CREDIT HOURS) IN UPCOMING SEMESTER OR IN THE IMMEDIATELY PRECEDING SEMESTER. Position Description: The park manager interns will be working with district supervisor and park manager, volunteers, and other seasonal staff to learn all aspects of the operations and maintenance of Pelican Lake, Sandy Shore, and Lake Cochrane Recreation Areas. Essential duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: public relations and park rule enforcement, permits sales and auditing, fee collection, data collection for end of the month reports, operation of mowers, operation of hand and power tools, assisting with special event planning and programing, and assisting Naturalist with programming. Intern will assist in facility and grounds maintenance projects, maintenance of equipment, facility sanitation, and administrative duties. Qualifications: Applicant must be enrolled as a part-time/full-time student at a college, university, or technical institute at the time they apply. By the start of the internship, the student should have completed one year (nine months) of their chosen program. All students are encouraged to apply, but preference may be given to applicants with a standing of junior/senior, South Dakota residents, and students of South Dakota institutions. Apply at: ************************************************************************************ * Positions can be filled prior to the closing date.* South Dakota Bureau of Human Resources Telephone: ************ "An Equal Opportunity Employer" #LI-Onsite

Session: Summer (May - August) Park Management Intern Hiring Manager: Sunni Josephson Minimum Salary: $20.53 * APPLICANT MUST BE A CURRENT PART-TIME OR FULL-TIME STUDENT (MINIMUM OF 6 CREDIT HOURS) IN UPCOMING SEMESTER OR IN THE IMMEDIATELY PRECEDING SEMESTER. Position Description: Intern will be working with volunteers, full time, and seasonal staff in all aspects of the operations and maintenance of Hartford Beach State Park. Essential duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: learning the Point of Sale system, troubleshooting problems for other employees, customer service skills, basic building and grounds maintenance, organizational and leadership skills, developing park programs, organizing and managing park projects, and educating visitors of park rules and enforcing them as needed. Park housing is available. Qualifications: Applicant must be enrolled as a part-time/full-time student at a college, university, or technical institute at the time they apply. By the start of the internship, the student should have completed one year (nine months) of their chosen program. All students are encouraged to apply, but preference may be given to applicants with a standing of junior/senior, South Dakota residents, and students of South Dakota institutions. Apply at: ************************************************************************************ * Positions can be filled prior to the closing date.* South Dakota Bureau of Human Resources Telephone: ************ "An Equal Opportunity Employer" #LI-Onsite

Session: Summer (May - August) Intern - Network Analyst Hiring Manager: Mark Nelson Minimum Salary: $18.72 *APPLICANT MUST BE A CURRENT PART-TIME OR FULL-TIME STUDENT (MINIMUM OF 6 CREDIT HOURS) IN UPCOMING SEMESTER OR IN THE IMMEDIATELY PRECEDING SEMESTER. Position Description: Assist Network Technologies staff with projects and documentation necessary to maintain the state's relevant networks and systems. Duties to include but not be limited to: network documentation, review and audit of existing systems/databases for accuracy, diagramming and mapping of systems, network device configuration and installation, and assisting with on demand tasks and duties. Network devices being carried may weigh up to 50 pounds. Qualified applicants should have a valid driver's license, and possess excellent communications, scheduling, and organizational abilities. Well qualified applicants will be self-motivated, able to work independently, and able to travel as necessary. Experience with computers and technology including Windows and Microsoft Office is required. Well qualified applicants will be pursuing degrees in Computer Science, Information Systems, Networking, or similar Information Technology or related field. Excellent writing, phone, and customer service skills preferred. Qualifications: Applicant must be enrolled as a part-time/full-time student at a college, university, or technical institute at the time they apply. By the start of the internship, the student should have completed one year (nine months) of their chosen program. All students are encouraged to apply, but preference may be given to applicants with a standing of junior/senior, South Dakota residents, and students of South Dakota institutions. Successful applicant(s) will be required to undergo a background investigation. An arrest/conviction record will not necessarily bar employment. Apply at: ************************************************************************************ *Positions can be filled prior to the closing date.* South Dakota Bureau of Human Resources Telephone: ************ "An Equal Opportunity Employer" #LI-Onsite

Session: Summer (May - August) Intern - Network Analyst Hiring Manager: Mark Nelson Minimum Salary: $18.72 * APPLICANT MUST BE A CURRENT PART-TIME OR FULL-TIME STUDENT (MINIMUM OF 6 CREDIT HOURS) IN UPCOMING SEMESTER OR IN THE IMMEDIATELY PRECEDING SEMESTER. Position Description: Assist Network Technologies staff with projects and documentation necessary to maintain the state's relevant networks and systems. Duties to include but not be limited to: network documentation, review and audit of existing systems/databases for accuracy, diagramming and mapping of systems, network device configuration and installation, and assisting with on demand tasks and duties. Network devices being carried may weigh up to 50 pounds. Qualified applicants should have a valid driver's license, and possess excellent communications, scheduling, and organizational abilities. Well qualified applicants will be self-motivated, able to work independently, and able to travel as necessary. Experience with computers and technology including Windows and Microsoft Office is required. Well qualified applicants will be pursuing degrees in Computer Science, Information Systems, Networking, or similar Information Technology or related field. Excellent writing, phone, and customer service skills preferred. Qualifications: Applicant must be enrolled as a part-time/full-time student at a college, university, or technical institute at the time they apply. By the start of the internship, the student should have completed one year (nine months) of their chosen program. All students are encouraged to apply, but preference may be given to applicants with a standing of junior/senior, South Dakota residents, and students of South Dakota institutions. Successful applicant(s) will be required to undergo a background investigation. An arrest/conviction record will not necessarily bar employment. Apply at: ************************************************************************************ * Positions can be filled prior to the closing date.* South Dakota Bureau of Human Resources Telephone: ************ "An Equal Opportunity Employer" #LI-Onsite

Session: Spring(January - May) Intern - Child Protection Services Supervisor: Reata McDonald Minimum Salary: $20.53 *APPLICANT MUST BE A CURRENT PART-TIME OR FULL-TIME STUDENT (MINIMUM OF 6 CREDIT HOURS) IN UPCOMING SEMESTER OR IN THE IMMEDIATELY PRECEDING SEMESTER. Position Description: This position's primary purpose is to assist Family Services Specialists with families whose children have been reported or identified as being unsafe and who may be placed out of their parent's home. These duties may include direct interventions with children and families through a wide range of services. Responsibilities may include receiving reports from the community regarding allegations of child maltreatment, assessments with families regarding allegations of child maltreatment, interventions with families to address change needed to secure child safety in their homes, coordinating and facilitating family team meetings recruitment and support of foster and relative homes caring for maltreated children, and the matching of resource families for children unable to return to their birth families. Coursework in social work, psychology, sociology, child development, or a related field of study is preferred. The applicant must be willing to work as part of a team, have knowledge of Microsoft Office, have strong communication skills and must be willing to travel throughout the state with Division staff. Normal work schedule is Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., but there may be times when additional hours are necessary. Qualifications : Applicant must be enrolled as a part-time/full-time student at a college, university, or technical institute at the time they apply. By the start of the internship, the student should have completed one year (nine months) of their chosen program. Successful applicant(s) will be required to undergo a background investigation. An arrest/conviction record will not necessarily bar employment. All students are encouraged to apply, but preference may be given to applicants with a standing of junior/senior, South Dakota residents, and students of South Dakota institutions. Apply at: ************************************************************************************ *Positions can be filled prior to the closing date.* South Dakota Bureau of Human Resources Telephone: ************ "An Equal Opportunity Employer"

Session: Spring(January - May) Intern - Child Protection Services Supervisor: Reata McDonald Minimum Salary: $20.53 * APPLICANT MUST BE A CURRENT PART-TIME OR FULL-TIME STUDENT (MINIMUM OF 6 CREDIT HOURS) IN UPCOMING SEMESTER OR IN THE IMMEDIATELY PRECEDING SEMESTER. Position Description: This position's primary purpose is to assist Family Services Specialists with families whose children have been reported or identified as being unsafe and who may be placed out of their parent's home. These duties may include direct interventions with children and families through a wide range of services. Responsibilities may include receiving reports from the community regarding allegations of child maltreatment, assessments with families regarding allegations of child maltreatment, interventions with families to address change needed to secure child safety in their homes, coordinating and facilitating family team meetings recruitment and support of foster and relative homes caring for maltreated children, and the matching of resource families for children unable to return to their birth families. Coursework in social work, psychology, sociology, child development, or a related field of study is preferred. The applicant must be willing to work as part of a team, have knowledge of Microsoft Office, have strong communication skills and must be willing to travel throughout the state with Division staff. Normal work schedule is Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., but there may be times when additional hours are necessary. Qualifications: Applicant must be enrolled as a part-time/full-time student at a college, university, or technical institute at the time they apply. By the start of the internship, the student should have completed one year (nine months) of their chosen program. Successful applicant(s) will be required to undergo a background investigation. An arrest/conviction record will not necessarily bar employment. All students are encouraged to apply, but preference may be given to applicants with a standing of junior/senior, South Dakota residents, and students of South Dakota institutions. Apply at: ************************************************************************************ * Positions can be filled prior to the closing date.* South Dakota Bureau of Human Resources Telephone: ************ "An Equal Opportunity Employer"

Session: Summer (May - August) Intern - Family Services Specialist Hiring Manager: Kiersten Byre Minimum Salary: $20.53 per hour *APPLICANT MUST BE A CURRENT PART-TIME OR FULL-TIME STUDENT (MINIMUM OF 6 CREDIT HOURS) IN UPCOMING SEMESTER OR IN THE IMMEDIATELY PRECEDING SEMESTER. Who we are looking for: a highly motivated person with a passion for serving the public and displays a high level of effort and commitment towards completing assignments and goals; a compassionate individual who listens attentively to others and clearly conveys information and ideas; a dependable and organized individual who effectively plans and organizes work activities; a person who is dedicated and who will represent the Department of Social Service with integrity and enthusiasm; an individual who works cooperatively with others and promotes a friendly work climate in order to achieve shared goals. What you will do: transport families or customers to visits, appointments or meetings; supervise family visits and provide parental coaching on appropriate child interactions; conduct home safety checks with foster and kinship providers and clients; possible testimony at a court proceeding; provides support to Family Services Specialists; develop and maintain effective client relationships; shadow Family Services Specialists; obtain and maintain information resources for clients; organize, prepare and update case files and basic records; prepare other program documents and forms. Qualifications: Applicant must be enrolled as a part-time/full-time student at a college, university, or technical institute at the time they apply. By the start of the internship, the student should have completed one year (nine months) of their chosen program. All students are encouraged to apply, but preference may be given to applicants with a standing of junior/senior, South Dakota residents, and students of South Dakota institutions. Apply at: ************************************************************************************ *Positions can be filled prior to the closing date.* South Dakota Bureau of Human Resources Telephone: ************ "An Equal Opportunity Employer" #LI-Onsite

Session: Session: Spring (January - May) Family Services SpecialistIntern Hiring Manager: Brandy Coppersmith Minimum Salary: $20.53 *APPLICANT MUST BE A CURRENT PART-TIME OR FULL-TIME STUDENT (MINIMUM OF 6 CREDIT HOURS) IN UPCOMING SEMESTER OR IN THE IMMEDIATELY PRECEDING SEMESTER. Position Description: a highly motivated person with a passion for serving the public and displays a high level of effort and commitment towards completing assignments and goals; a compassionate individual who listens attentively to others and clearly conveys information and ideas; a dependable and organized individual who effectively plans and organizes work activities; a person who is dedicated and who will represent the Department of Social Service with integrity and enthusiasm; an individual who works cooperatively with others and promotes a friendly work climate in order to achieve shared goals. What you will do: transport families or customers to visits, appointments or meetings; supervise family visits and provide parental coaching on appropriate child interactions; conduct home safety checks with foster and kinship providers and clients; possible testimony at a court proceeding; provides support to Family Services Specialists; develop and maintain effective client relationships; shadow Family Services Specialists; obtain and maintain information resources for clients; organize, prepare and update case files and basic records; prepare other program documents and forms. Qualifications: Applicant must be enrolled as a part-time/full-time student at a college, university, or technical institute at the time they apply. By the start of the internship, the student should have completed one year (nine months) of their chosen program. All students are encouraged to apply, but preference may be given to applicants with a standing of junior/senior, South Dakota residents, and students of South Dakota institutions. Successful applicant(s) will be required to undergo a background investigation. An arrest/conviction record will not necessarily bar employment. Offers of employment are conditional upon successful completion of a drug screening. Apply at: ************************************************************************************ *Positions can be filled prior to the closing date.* South Dakota Bureau of Human Resources Telephone: ************ "An Equal Opportunity Employer" #LI-Onsite

Session: Summer (May - August) Intern - Family Services Specialist Hiring Manager: Kiersten Byre Minimum Salary: $20.53 per hour * APPLICANT MUST BE A CURRENT PART-TIME OR FULL-TIME STUDENT (MINIMUM OF 6 CREDIT HOURS) IN UPCOMING SEMESTER OR IN THE IMMEDIATELY PRECEDING SEMESTER. Who we are looking for: * a highly motivated person with a passion for serving the public and displays a high level of effort and commitment towards completing assignments and goals; * a compassionate individual who listens attentively to others and clearly conveys information and ideas; * a dependable and organized individual who effectively plans and organizes work activities; * a person who is dedicated and who will represent the Department of Social Service with integrity and enthusiasm; * an individual who works cooperatively with others and promotes a friendly work climate in order to achieve shared goals. What you will do: * transport families or customers to visits, appointments or meetings; * supervise family visits and provide parental coaching on appropriate child interactions; * conduct home safety checks with foster and kinship providers and clients; * possible testimony at a court proceeding; * provides support to Family Services Specialists; * develop and maintain effective client relationships; * shadow Family Services Specialists; * obtain and maintain information resources for clients; * organize, prepare and update case files and basic records; * prepare other program documents and forms. Qualifications: Applicant must be enrolled as a part-time/full-time student at a college, university, or technical institute at the time they apply. By the start of the internship, the student should have completed one year (nine months) of their chosen program. All students are encouraged to apply, but preference may be given to applicants with a standing of junior/senior, South Dakota residents, and students of South Dakota institutions. Apply at: ************************************************************************************ * Positions can be filled prior to the closing date.* South Dakota Bureau of Human Resources Telephone: ************ "An Equal Opportunity Employer" #LI-Onsite

Session: Summer (May - August) Intern - Family Service Specialist Hiring Manager: Kiersten Byre Minimum Salary: $20.53 per hour *APPLICANT MUST BE A CURRENT PART-TIME OR FULL-TIME STUDENT (MINIMUM OF 6 CREDIT HOURS) IN UPCOMING SEMESTER OR IN THE IMMEDIATELY PRECEDING SEMESTER. Who we're looking for: a highly motivated person with a passion for serving the public and displays a high level of effort and commitment towards completing assignments and goals; a compassionate individual who listens attentively to others and clearly conveys information and ideas; a dependable and organized individual who effectively plans and organizes work activities; a person who is dedicated and who will represent the Department of Social Service with integrity and enthusiasm; an individual who works cooperatively with others and promotes a friendly work climate in order to achieve shared goals. What you will do: transport families or customers to visits, appointments or meetings; supervise family visits and provide parental coaching on appropriate child interactions; conduct home safety checks with foster and kinship providers and clients; possible testimony at a court proceeding; provides support to Family Services Specialists; develop and maintain effective client relationships; shadow Family Services Specialists; obtain and maintain information resources for clients; organize, prepare and update case files and basic records; prepare other program documents and forms. Qualifications: Applicant must be enrolled as a part-time/full-time student at a college, university, or technical institute at the time they apply. By the start of the internship, the student should have completed one year (nine months) of their chosen program. All students are encouraged to apply, but preference may be given to applicants with a standing of junior/senior, South Dakota residents, and students of South Dakota institutions. Apply at: ************************************************************************************ *Positions can be filled prior to the closing date.* South Dakota Bureau of Human Resources Telephone: ************ "An Equal Opportunity Employer" #LI-Onsite

Session: Summer (May - August) Intern - Family Service Specialist Hiring Manager: Kiersten Byre Minimum Salary: $20.53 per hour * APPLICANT MUST BE A CURRENT PART-TIME OR FULL-TIME STUDENT (MINIMUM OF 6 CREDIT HOURS) IN UPCOMING SEMESTER OR IN THE IMMEDIATELY PRECEDING SEMESTER. Who we're looking for: * a highly motivated person with a passion for serving the public and displays a high level of effort and commitment towards completing assignments and goals; * a compassionate individual who listens attentively to others and clearly conveys information and ideas; * a dependable and organized individual who effectively plans and organizes work activities; * a person who is dedicated and who will represent the Department of Social Service with integrity and enthusiasm; * an individual who works cooperatively with others and promotes a friendly work climate in order to achieve shared goals. What you will do: * transport families or customers to visits, appointments or meetings; * supervise family visits and provide parental coaching on appropriate child interactions; * conduct home safety checks with foster and kinship providers and clients; * possible testimony at a court proceeding; * provides support to Family Services Specialists; * develop and maintain effective client relationships; * shadow Family Services Specialists; * obtain and maintain information resources for clients; * organize, prepare and update case files and basic records; * prepare other program documents and forms. Qualifications: Applicant must be enrolled as a part-time/full-time student at a college, university, or technical institute at the time they apply. By the start of the internship, the student should have completed one year (nine months) of their chosen program. All students are encouraged to apply, but preference may be given to applicants with a standing of junior/senior, South Dakota residents, and students of South Dakota institutions. Apply at: ************************************************************************************ * Positions can be filled prior to the closing date.* South Dakota Bureau of Human Resources Telephone: ************ "An Equal Opportunity Employer" #LI-Onsite

Session: Summer (May - August) Intern - Family Services Specialist Hiring Manager: Makayla Van Vuuren Minimum Salary: $20.53 per hour *APPLICANT MUST BE A CURRENT PART-TIME OR FULL-TIME STUDENT (MINIMUM OF 6 CREDIT HOURS) IN UPCOMING SEMESTER OR IN THE IMMEDIATELY PRECEDING SEMESTER. Who we are looking for: a highly motivated person with a passion for serving the public and displays a high level of effort and commitment towards completing assignments and goals; a compassionate individual who listens attentively to others and clearly conveys information and ideas; a dependable and organized individual who effectively plans and organizes work activities; a person who is dedicated and who will represent the Department of Social Service with integrity and enthusiasm; an individual who works cooperatively with others and promotes a friendly work climate in order to achieve shared goals. What you will do: transport families or customers to visits, appointments or meetings; supervise family visits and provide parental coaching on appropriate child interactions; conduct home safety checks with foster and kinship providers and clients; possible testimony at a court proceeding; provides support to Family Services Specialists; develop and maintain effective client relationships; shadow Family Services Specialists; obtain and maintain information resources for clients; organize, prepare and update case files and basic records; prepare other program documents and forms. Qualifications: Applicant must be enrolled as a part-time/full-time student at a college, university, or technical institute at the time they apply. By the start of the internship, the student should have completed one year (nine months) of their chosen program. All students are encouraged to apply, but preference may be given to applicants with a standing of junior/senior, South Dakota residents, and students of South Dakota institutions. Apply at: ************************************************************************************ *Positions can be filled prior to the closing date.* South Dakota Bureau of Human Resources Telephone: ************ "An Equal Opportunity Employer" #LI-Onsite

Session: Summer (May - August) Intern - Family Services Specialist Hiring Manager: Makayla Van Vuuren Minimum Salary: $20.53 per hour * APPLICANT MUST BE A CURRENT PART-TIME OR FULL-TIME STUDENT (MINIMUM OF 6 CREDIT HOURS) IN UPCOMING SEMESTER OR IN THE IMMEDIATELY PRECEDING SEMESTER. Who we are looking for: * a highly motivated person with a passion for serving the public and displays a high level of effort and commitment towards completing assignments and goals; * a compassionate individual who listens attentively to others and clearly conveys information and ideas; * a dependable and organized individual who effectively plans and organizes work activities; * a person who is dedicated and who will represent the Department of Social Service with integrity and enthusiasm; * an individual who works cooperatively with others and promotes a friendly work climate in order to achieve shared goals. What you will do: * transport families or customers to visits, appointments or meetings; * supervise family visits and provide parental coaching on appropriate child interactions; * conduct home safety checks with foster and kinship providers and clients; * possible testimony at a court proceeding; * provides support to Family Services Specialists; * develop and maintain effective client relationships; * shadow Family Services Specialists; * obtain and maintain information resources for clients; * organize, prepare and update case files and basic records; * prepare other program documents and forms. Qualifications: Applicant must be enrolled as a part-time/full-time student at a college, university, or technical institute at the time they apply. By the start of the internship, the student should have completed one year (nine months) of their chosen program. All students are encouraged to apply, but preference may be given to applicants with a standing of junior/senior, South Dakota residents, and students of South Dakota institutions. Apply at: ************************************************************************************ * Positions can be filled prior to the closing date.* South Dakota Bureau of Human Resources Telephone: ************ "An Equal Opportunity Employer" #LI-Onsite

Session: Summer (May - August) Plant Pest Survey Specialist Intern Hiring Manager: Brenda Sievers Minimum Salary: $18.83 Hourly *APPLICANT MUST BE A CURRENT PART-TIME OR FULL-TIME STUDENT (MINIMUM OF 6 CREDIT HOURS) IN UPCOMING SEMESTER OR IN THE IMMEDIATELY PRECEDING SEMESTER. The successful applicants will assist Plant Protection with plant pest survey activities. Plant pest survey activities involve attempting to locate exotic and invasive pests and weeds that threaten the agricultural industry in South Dakota. This position may be physically demanding, requiring frequent walking over variable terrain, sweep-netting, sample collection, or equipment setup as part of field activities. This position involves frequent contact with farmers, ranchers, business owners, or the public. This position will include the following duties: Place and bait insect traps in accordance with directions. Periodically inspect these traps, and conduct an initial screen for the target pests. Conduct sweep net or visual observation for plant diseases, insects, or invasive plants. Walk through crop fields, forest, or other terrain to conduct survey activities. Collect and submit suspect samples. Use GPS to track the survey activities. Assist with other field activities such as the Bio-Control or other Plant Industry programs. Qualifications: Applicant must be enrolled as a part-time/full-time student at a college, university, or technical institute at the time they apply. By the start of the internship, the student should have completed one year (nine months) of their chosen program. All students are encouraged to apply, but preference may be given to applicants with a standing of junior/senior, South Dakota residents, and students of South Dakota institutions. Applicants must be pursuing a degree in an agricultural related field such as, but not limited to: General Agriculture, Agricultural Education, Agronomy, Entomology, Plant Pathology, Plant Biology, Conservation, Forestry, or Range Management. Other specific degrees may be considered upon approval by the SD Bureau of Human Resources and Administration. Applicant must: be able to accurately follow oral and written directives; be able to work independently; possess good oral and written communication skills; be willing to travel overnight three to four nights per week; have a valid driver's license; be able to operate all-terrain vehicles (ATVs), and pass an ATV Safety Course. Technical familiarity with entomology, plant pathology, and/or botany is essential. However, the most vital attribute in a pest survey intern is a desire to learn and explore the agriculture industry in South Dakota, while stretching their personal horizons. Applicants with an interest in biological conservation or invasive species will likely find the survey projects interesting and rewarding. *Positions can be filled prior to the closing date.* Apply online at: ************************************************************************************ South Dakota Bureau of Human Resources Telephone: ************ "An Equal Opportunity Employer" #LI-Onsite

Session: Summer (May - August) Plant Pest Survey Specialist Intern Hiring Manager: Brenda Sievers Minimum Salary: $18.83 Hourly * APPLICANT MUST BE A CURRENT PART-TIME OR FULL-TIME STUDENT (MINIMUM OF 6 CREDIT HOURS) IN UPCOMING SEMESTER OR IN THE IMMEDIATELY PRECEDING SEMESTER. The successful applicants will assist Plant Protection with plant pest survey activities. Plant pest survey activities involve attempting to locate exotic and invasive pests and weeds that threaten the agricultural industry in South Dakota. This position may be physically demanding, requiring frequent walking over variable terrain, sweep-netting, sample collection, or equipment setup as part of field activities. This position involves frequent contact with farmers, ranchers, business owners, or the public. This position will include the following duties: * Place and bait insect traps in accordance with directions. * Periodically inspect these traps, and conduct an initial screen for the target pests. * Conduct sweep net or visual observation for plant diseases, insects, or invasive plants. * Walk through crop fields, forest, or other terrain to conduct survey activities. * Collect and submit suspect samples. * Use GPS to track the survey activities. * Assist with other field activities such as the Bio-Control or other Plant Industry programs. Qualifications: Applicant must be enrolled as a part-time/full-time student at a college, university, or technical institute at the time they apply. By the start of the internship, the student should have completed one year (nine months) of their chosen program. All students are encouraged to apply, but preference may be given to applicants with a standing of junior/senior, South Dakota residents, and students of South Dakota institutions. Applicants must be pursuing a degree in an agricultural related field such as, but not limited to: General Agriculture, Agricultural Education, Agronomy, Entomology, Plant Pathology, Plant Biology, Conservation, Forestry, or Range Management. Other specific degrees may be considered upon approval by the SD Bureau of Human Resources and Administration. Applicant must: * be able to accurately follow oral and written directives; * be able to work independently; * possess good oral and written communication skills; * be willing to travel overnight three to four nights per week; * have a valid driver's license; * be able to operate all-terrain vehicles (ATVs), and pass an ATV Safety Course. Technical familiarity with entomology, plant pathology, and/or botany is essential. However, the most vital attribute in a pest survey intern is a desire to learn and explore the agriculture industry in South Dakota, while stretching their personal horizons. Applicants with an interest in biological conservation or invasive species will likely find the survey projects interesting and rewarding. * Positions can be filled prior to the closing date.* Apply online at: ************************************************************************************ South Dakota Bureau of Human Resources Telephone: ************ "An Equal Opportunity Employer" #LI-Onsite

Session: Summer (May - August) Intern - Benefit Specialist Hiring Manager: Codie Hendrickson Minimum Salary: $20.00 per hour *APPLICANT MUST BE A CURRENT PART-TIME OR FULL-TIME STUDENT (MINIMUM OF 6 CREDIT HOURS) IN UPCOMING SEMESTER OR IN THE IMMEDIATELY PRECEDING SEMESTER. Position Description: This position assesses and analyzes current life circumstances and financial capabilities to provide assistance and services to low income individuals and their families by interviewing, counseling, and identifying available resources; obtaining records, verifying collateral information and determining eligibility for multiple social service programs; responding to public inquiries regarding social services and benefits; and interpreting rules, regulations, and policies to ensure appropriate benefits and services are provided in an effective and expedient manner to assist in the individual's basic self-sufficiency. Coursework in sociology, psychology, human development, and case management would be considered. Qualifications: Applicant must be enrolled as a part-time/full-time student at a college, university, or technical institute at the time they apply. By the start of the internship, the student should have completed one year (nine months) of their chosen program. All students are encouraged to apply, but preference may be given to applicants with a standing of junior/senior, South Dakota residents, and students of South Dakota institutions. Apply at: ************************************************************************************ *Positions can be filled prior to the closing date.* South Dakota Bureau of Human Resources Telephone: ************ "An Equal Opportunity Employer" #LI-Onsite

Session: Summer (May - August) Intern - Economic Assistance Benefits Specialist Intern Hiring Manager: Stacy Shelsta *APPLICANT MUST BE A CURRENT PART-TIME OR FULL-TIME STUDENT (MINIMUM OF 6 CREDIT HOURS) IN UPCOMING SEMESTER OR IN THE IMMEDIATELY PRECEDING SEMESTER. Position Description: Intern will assist Benefits Specialist in determining eligibility for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). Intern will learn about Economic Assistance programs, assist Benefits Specialist in reviewing applications, interviewing applicants, processing forms, entering data, assessing customers needs and making appropriate referals. Qualifications: Applicant must be enrolled as a part-time/full-time student at a college, university, or technical institute at the time they apply. By the start of the internship, the student should have completed one year (nine months) of their chosen program. All students are encouraged to apply, but preference may be given to applicants with a standing of junior/senior, South Dakota residents, and students of South Dakota institutions. Apply at: ************************************************************************************ *Positions can be filled prior to the closing date.* South Dakota Bureau of Human Resources Telephone: ************ "An Equal Opportunity Employer" #LI-Onsite

Session: Summer (May - August) Intern - Economic Assistance Benefits Specialist Intern Hiring Manager: Stacy Shelsta * APPLICANT MUST BE A CURRENT PART-TIME OR FULL-TIME STUDENT (MINIMUM OF 6 CREDIT HOURS) IN UPCOMING SEMESTER OR IN THE IMMEDIATELY PRECEDING SEMESTER. Position Description: Intern will assist Benefits Specialist in determining eligibility for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). Intern will learn about Economic Assistance programs, assist Benefits Specialist in reviewing applications, interviewing applicants, processing forms, entering data, assessing customers needs and making appropriate referals. Qualifications: Applicant must be enrolled as a part-time/full-time student at a college, university, or technical institute at the time they apply. By the start of the internship, the student should have completed one year (nine months) of their chosen program. All students are encouraged to apply, but preference may be given to applicants with a standing of junior/senior, South Dakota residents, and students of South Dakota institutions. Apply at: ************************************************************************************ * Positions can be filled prior to the closing date.* South Dakota Bureau of Human Resources Telephone: ************ "An Equal Opportunity Employer" #LI-Onsite