Terminus Dam Recreation Placement
Position Summary
Student interns will assist permanent Natural Resource Specialists in the completion of daily patrol assignments and program area responsibilities. Student interns will accompany rangers during vehicle, foot and vessel patrols to conduct visitor assistance tasks such as answering USACE mission and recreational use questions, promoting water safety, conducting area inspections and updating informational bulletin boards. Student interns may assist with light maintenance to repair recreational use facilities and signage. The primary goal is to provide a strong understanding of the roles and responsibilities of USACE recreational program rangers and assist ensuring the public is informed of policies and rules and promoting public safety information.
Location
Lemon Cove, CA
Schedule
May 25, 2026 - September 11, 2026
Key Duties and Responsibilities
Patrol with permanent rangers; Perform recreation area inspections; Promote water safety and update bulletin boards
Marginal Duties
Light recreation area maintenance repairs; Answer general visitor questions
Required Qualifications
Valid state drivers license
Preferred Qualifications
Basic hand tool skills
Hours
40 per week
Living Accommodations
No living accommodations provided.
Compensation
• $500 weekly living allowance • $75 weekly commuting allowance • $1,000 monthly housing allowance (4 total disbursements) • Up to $650 in relocation reimbursement for non local candidates
All allowances are subject to applicable federal, state, and local taxes.
Personal Vehicle Information
Required
Additional Benefits
Defensive Driving Training
Interpretive Skills
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.