Campground Management

This is a hands-on leadership role with outstanding learning and experience opportunities at newly renovated and reopened Lums Pond State Park campground. Lums Pond Campground is located in Bear Delaware (just south of Newark) and has 73 full hookup campsites, 5 tent camp sites and 2 Yurts. The first campground south of Philadelphia, the campground is also the official campground of the University of Delaware Athletics. Interns in this position will assist with daily operations of the Campground at Lums Pond State Park. Interns will work directly with staff, Volunteer Hosts, and campground guests, often serving as people’s first point of contact at the campground. Of primary importance is exceptional guest service for campers, towards this end the Campground Management Interns will assist with the coordination of Volunteer Campground Hosts, arrival/departure of campers, operation of the Camp store, inspections and orderliness/ cleanliness of bathhouses, office work, campground projects, special events, and volunteer coordinating. Interns will gain experience in managing park projects, report writing, working with volunteers, handling money, taking and managing reservations, and customer service. 

AmeriCorps Educational Award (optional): Interns engaged in Education, Management, Administration, or Environmental Stewardship are eligible to receive an AmeriCorps Education Award upon completion of their service if they choose. The award amount varies and is based on the total number of hours served. The award can be used for educational expenses including tuition, student loans, books, and other fees for up to 7 years after completion of service.