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How much do park ranger internship jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 23, 2026, the average hourly pay for park ranger internship in Florida is $12.93, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $10.77 and $14.38 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a park ranger internship?

A Park Ranger Internship is a temporary position that provides hands-on experience in conservation, visitor services, and park maintenance. Interns assist with tasks like trail upkeep, environmental education, wildlife monitoring, and ensuring visitor safety. The role helps develop skills in communication, outdoor leadership, and resource management. It is ideal for students or individuals interested in careers related to parks, wildlife, or environmental stewardship.

What kind of projects or responsibilities can I expect during a park ranger internship?

As a Park Ranger Intern, you may assist with public education programs, trail maintenance, wildlife monitoring, and visitor services under the supervision of experienced staff. Typical responsibilities can range from leading guided walks and answering visitor questions to helping enforce park regulations and conducting basic conservation tasks. You could also participate in data collection or habitat restoration projects, depending on the park’s focus. This hands-on experience is a valuable stepping stone for learning about park operations and building skills relevant to future environmental or public service careers.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in a park ranger internship, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Park Ranger Intern, you need a basic knowledge of environmental science, outdoor safety, and a strong interest in conservation, often supported by coursework or experience in related fields. Familiarity with GPS devices, map reading, and basic first aid certification are valuable technical assets. Strong communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills help interns interact effectively with visitors and colleagues. These competencies are essential for maintaining park safety and ensuring a positive experience for both visitors and the natural environment.

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The most popular types of Park Ranger jobs in Florida are:

What job categories do people searching Park Ranger Internship jobs in Florida look for?

The top searched job categories for Park Ranger Internship jobs in Florida are:

What cities in Florida are hiring for Park Ranger Internship jobs?

Cities in Florida with the most Park Ranger Internship job openings:

Infographic showing various Park Ranger Internship job openings in Florida as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 51% Full Time, 26% Part Time, 17% Temporary, and 6% Contract. Highlights an 89% In-person, and 11% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $26,898 per year, or $12.9 per hour.

Park Ranger (Visitor Services Technician) (Seasonal)

Internships | Texas A&M University Kingsville

Saint Marks, FL • On-site

$17.88/hr

Full-time, Part-time, Temporary

This job post has expired today. Applications are no longer accepted.


Job description

You will serve as a Park Ranger (Visitor Services Technician) (Seasonal) working in St. Marks, Florida, for the St. Marks National Wildlife Refuge.

This is a temporary position expected to last 6 months or Not to Exceed 1039 Hours.

Qualifications:

Qualifications:

All qualifications must be met by the closing date of this announcement-08/17/2026-unless otherwise stated in this vacancy announcement.

To receive credit for experience, your resume MUST state either "full-time" (or "40 hours a week") or "part-time" with the number of hours worked per week to ensure proper crediting of specialized experience. Failure to adequately provide information needed to determine number of hours worked in each position may result in that time not being credited when evaluating qualifying experience. For periods of time that reflect military service, the DD-214 or Statement of Service is sufficient to meet the full and/or part-time hours requirement as the service dates will be reflected.

Minimum Qualification Requirements: To qualify for this position, you must meet the following minimum qualifications:

Minimum Qualification [GS-0025-04]

  1. Six (6) months of general experience and Six (6) months of specialized experience for a total of one year of experience. General experience work provided a familiarity with natural or cultural history; fish or wildlife habitat characteristics; techniques of resource protection and use; recreational use of public lands and facilities; enforcement of laws, rules or regulations; fire prevention techniques and fire suppression methods; or the practice of interpersonal relations skills in dealing with the general public. Specialized experience is work in a park, recreation, or conservation area; or management assistant or program specialist work involving the development and implementation of policy related to protection, conservation, or management of park areas or similar operations. OR
  2. Successfully completed two (2) full years of study above high school in an accredited college or university which included 12 semester hours in any combination of courses such as natural resource management, natural sciences, earth sciences, history, archeology, anthropology, park and recreation management, law enforcement/police science, social sciences, museum sciences, business administration, public administration, behavioral sciences, sociology, or other closely related subjects pertinent to the management and protection of natural and cultural resources. OR
  3. A combination of education and experience as described in 1 and 2 above which together equals 100% of the requirement.
Volunteer Experience: Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.Education:

You must submit a copy of your transcript(s) to support claimed education if substituting education for experience. Transcripts must include your name, school name, grades, credit hours earned, major(s), grade point average or class ranking, and date the degree was conferred, if applicable. A typed list of courses, grades, semester/quarter hours, GPA, etc. will not be accepted. Non-submission may result in being rated not qualified for the position. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable, but if you are selected for this position and you used your education to qualify, you must provide official transcripts before you begin work.

Foreign Education: To receive credit for education completed outside the United States, you must show proof that the education has been submitted to a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign educational credentials and such education has been deemed at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education programs. Recognition of Foreign Qualifications | U.S. Department of Education. https://www.ed.gov/about/initiatives/international-affairs/recognition-of-foreign-qualification

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