Overview:
Are you ready to take your internship to new heights at Six Flags Great Escape? Be a part of the Park Operations Internship Program this summer! This program is more than just a job or simple internship – it’s a lifetime opportunity to gain hands-on experience, make lasting friendships, boost your resume, grow your knowledge and skills, and make a real-world difference on the operation of New York’s leading theme park.
Responsibilities:
Program Highlights & Responsibilities
• Employee Housing available on a first-come-first-serve basis. (Contact the HR Team for more information.)
• Meet and network with other college interns and park leaders
• Gain first-hand knowledge and experience working directly in the field in an operations leadership position
• Oversee members of the Operations team in a supervisory role in one or more of the following departments; Ride Operations, Park Services, Guest Experience.
• Get valuable opportunities to meet, engage, and learn from park leaders and management
• Opportunity to shadow and interact with park Directors and Park President
• Opportunity to participate in a “Capstone Presentation” related to improving an aspect of the park/resort operation
• Opportunity to learn from leaders at our hotel & indoor waterpark operation
• Provide guests with a safe and enjoyable ride experience
• Entertain guests and calm their nerves as they board our world-class thrill machines
• Push buttons and pull switches to launch attractions through the course
• Make sure seatbelts are tight, loose items are secure, and lap bars are locked to keep guests safe
• Enforce rider restrictions and measure for height requirements
• Assist guests in and out of ride vehicles and cycle through the line efficiently and cautiously
• Keep ride patios and midways clean and looking great
• Act as a first responder to ride emergencies and respond appropriately
• Ensure quality control of your assigned crew
• Train and audit ride operators and attendants to ensure the highest level of safety
• Create and implement break plans for team members
• Ensure adequate staffing of all attractions in a zone or sections of the park
• Coordinate and perform training, including department orientation and continuous on the job training in accordance with Six flags and Great Escape Resort Standards
• Perform duties as a Team Member when necessary, including but not limited to operating rides
• Practices, supports, maintains and enforces a total safety culture for all Leads and Team Members
• Assist other Team Members and Departments to support the resort as a whole
How You Will Do It
• Ability to lead and inspire team members.
• Ability to work in an environment as fast-paced as our coasters
• Ability to multitask
• After passing ride certification tests with 100% accuracy
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety
• Friendly, outgoing personality inviting guests to your boarding station
• Positive attitude to make guests excited about their ride
• Must react well in stressful and emergency situations
• Taking direction from management
Why work with us?
• Paid training
• Pay Rate starting at $17.50/hr
• DailyPay – work today, get paid tomorrow
• Advancement opportunities
• Free admission to ALL Six Flags parks, including White Water Bay
• Free tickets for friends and family
• Discounts on passes, food, and merchandise
• Exclusive employee events
• Fun rewards, benefits, and more!
Qualifications:
What You Will Need
• Must be 18 years or older
• Must be currently pursuing a college degree or a recent graduate (within 180 days of the start of employment at Six Flags Great Escape)
• A team-player attitude and the willingness to step in wherever it is needed to support the park operation or assist Guests
• Commit to working through the 2026 summer operating season (mid-May through mid-August)
• Flexible schedule with the ability to work weekends, nights and holiday periods to meet business needs
• Ability and comfort working in an indoor and outdoor environment (rain, heat, winds, etc.)
• Must be able to stand, walk, stoop, bend, and reach throughout your shift
• Excellent verbal communication skills
• Basic understanding of leadership and a willingness to learn and develop
• A safety-first attitude
• Able to work a flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays
