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Spend your summer outdoors


Join the more than 1,300 seasonal park workers hired each summer/fall to work in Michigan's state parks and state harbors.

Take the next step and contact us!

To express interest in a position, all you have to do is complete the form below. Your information will then be shared with specific location(s) in which you are interested. You may be contacted directly if those location(s) have a current opening.

Seasonal park workers:

    • Flexible scheduling (up to 1,040 hours between April and October 2023).
    • Starting wage $15/ hour
    • 18 years of age or have a high school diploma or equivalent preferred.
    • Are required to pass a pre-employment drug test and background check.
    • Position may qualify for academic or internship credit (applicants should contact their academic advisor for eligibility requirements).

To help find the right location for you (if you don't already have one in mind), visit this map of park and harbor work locations.

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The Michigan DNR is passionate about the outdoors, wildlife, conservation and outdoor recreation. Join our enthusiastic team committed to Michigan's most beautiful natural destinations.

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