The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is looking for passionate and dedicated students interested in learning more about natural resource-related careers through paid summer internships. DNR summer interns gain valuable training, build meaningful experience, help serve Minnesotans and advance the DNR’s mission.
The DNR has a variety of internship opportunities throughout the state, including in fisheries, forestry, park operations, watercraft inspections, communications and more. Interns work 20 to 40 hours per week and receive a competitive wage of $19 per hour. To be considered for an internship, applicants must either need to complete an internship to fulfill an academic requirement or receive academic credit for completing the internship.
To review the internship opportunities and apply, visit the state of Minnesota careers website.
- Select “search for jobs” from the toolbar.
- In the external applicants box, select “search for jobs now” and select “view all jobs.”
- Filter by “Natural Resources Dept” in the agency category and “student worker & internships” in the job family category.
The DNR is accepting applications through Feb. 2. Positions will start in May and June.
The DNR is an equal opportunity and veteran-friendly employer.