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INTERNSHIPS
Internship Program
Carowinds offers a unique atmosphere in which you can gain valuable hands-on experience in your chosen field. Many seasonal jobs can be modified to meet internship requirements at your school. Most internships are paid and are available to current college students. Some internships may require some evenings, weekends, and five to six days per week during the summer.
How to apply
Interested applicants may apply online or in person at Carowinds’ Employment Office. In addition to a completed application, applicants must also submit a cover letter and resume in the office or e-mail a copy to charlie.blanchard@carowinds.com. All applicants must be at least 18 years of age.
Applications will be distributed to the appropriate Park departments for review. All departments will evaluate their staffing needs and schedule interviews accordingly.
Internships Available
Most Internship positions will be available in the spring, summer and fall semesters.
Food Service Management
- More information will be available soon.
Game Management
- More information will be available soon.
Merchandise Management
- More information will be available soon.
SCarowinds' Event Management
- More information will be available soon.
Security/Loss Prevention
- More information will be available soon.
Note: All internships are paid, with the exception of the Event Management positions.
An internship offer does not guarantee or imply future employment with Carowinds or Cedar Fair Entertainment Company.
Weekly hours and availability
Interns must be willing to work an average of 20 to 45 hours per week, and be able to work weekends, holidays, flexible schedule (to include days, shifts, hours), overtime when required. Spring and Fall interns must be willing to work at least 20 hours per week. Summer interns must be willing to work an average of 20 to 45 hours per week.
School Credits
Each learning institution provides set guidelines by which academic credit is awarded. Interns are responsible for notifying management of the credit requirements at the onset of the program, as well as responsible for tracking the completion of all assignments, communication, and paperwork warranted. Park Management will aid interns in completing necessary requirements to receive academic credit for time worked.
Ticket Bonus
All interns who complete the internship and continue to work for the Park for at least 30 days after the completion of the program will receive complementary tickets to Carowinds for the 2010 Season.
Additional Benefits
- Flexible scheduling that will work with your school schedule
- Travel Pay*
- Great management experience
- Resume enhancement
- Ability to network with numerous industry professionals
- Unlimited use of the park for yourself when not scheduled to work
- Option to participate in Employee Funded Group Benefit Plan*
- Associate parties scheduled throughout the season, with food, music, and rides
*Note: Travel pay is only available to qualifying interns commuting more than 75 miles one way. Ability to participate in Employee Funded Group Benefit Plan is only available for paid interns.
