Internships

The Kentucky Department of Parks is actively seeking students enrolled on a full-time basis as an 11th or 12th grade high school student or college students enrolled on a full-time basis at an accredited Kentucky post-secondary school or educational institution approved by the Kentucky Personnel Cabinet. Please click here to read about the eligibility requirements.

  • Co-op/Intern students are required to complete an online application in the recruitment system. Click here to apply; use the “Co-op/Intern – Department of Parks” link.
  • Interested students must submit the unofficial copy of their transcripts to the Co-op/Intern Program Coordinator.
  • The unofficial transcript will be reviewed to ensure all requirements are met before students are placed in the program.


For additional information or questions please contact:


Ashley L. Thomas
Kentucky State parks
500 Mero Street, 5th Floor
Frankfort, KY 40601
Phone: 502-892-3319
[email protected]