Carlyle Lake, IL-(Effingham Radio)- The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Carlyle Lake Project will soon seek qualified candidates for Pathways Internship and Student Conservation Association (SCA) Internship positions for the 2027 summer recreation season. Individuals interested in these opportunities are invited to attend an Internship Open House at the Carlyle Lake Visitor Center on Friday, Nov. 27, 2026, at 11 a.m.
The open house will provide information about the differences between the Pathways and SCA programs, job expectations, and application procedures. Current Carlyle Lake staff will be available to answer questions and share their work experiences.
Summer interns will gain hands-on experience assisting visitors, presenting interpretive programs, maintaining recreation areas, and supporting environmental stewardship projects. These positions are well suited for individuals interested in biology, outdoor recreation, environmental education, conservation, or natural resource management.
Basic Qualifications for Pathways and SCA Internship Opportunities:
- Be at least 18 years old by the internship start date.
- Have a high school diploma or GED by May 31, 2027.
- Be enrolled or accepted for enrollment in a qualifying technical or vocational school, two-year or four-year college or university, graduate school, or professional school, as applicable to the position.
- Be in good academic standing with a minimum cumulative 2.0 grade point average, when applicable.
- Be available to work a full-time, 40-hour-per-week schedule that may include day, evening, weekend, and holiday work.
- Provide a detailed resume, transcripts, and other required application materials.
- Meet any additional position-specific requirements, which may include background checks, drug testing, housing, travel, or other program requirements.
For more information, contact the Carlyle Lake Project Office at (618) 594-2484, ext. 3, or email carlyle.lake@usace.army.mil.
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