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The Land of Stone and Light: The Perfect Place to
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Located 50 miles east of Mt. Rushmore and the Black Hills, Badlands National Park consists of 244,000 acres of buttes, pinnacles, and spires blended with the largest, protected mixed-grass prairie in the United States. Live and work alongside bison, bighorn sheep, prairie dogs, and pronghorn, while exploring the rugged beauty of South Dakota. Find your passions here (and maybe a fossil or two).

Where every day is an adventure.

Badlands National Park takes you on trip back in time, where you can see history all around you. The oldest archaeological site in the Badlands is over 12,000 years old, and the opportunity to live, work, and explore here gives you the chance to make your own mark! We're looking for passionate explorers and employees to join our team - people who are ready to make every day a better experience than the last.

Featured jobs

With unforgettable stays, breathtaking expeditions, unparalleled hospitality, and culinary creativity, we have a wide variety of work available to you. In the Badlands, we provide the best possible experience for all guests in one of the most unique places in the United States. We’re all here because we love nature, share a passion for hospitality, and believe in the mission of the National Park Service.

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    Server / Cashier Badlands National Park

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    Maintenance Worker Badlands National Park

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    Housekeeper Badlands National Park

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The weather during the summer is beautiful, and the guests take a genuine interest in not only the park but also your life’s story and what brought you to the badlands of South Dakota.
Ben
Retail Expert, Cedar Pass Lodge

“Working at Cedar Pass Lodge was the exact type of experience I hoped for when I decided to become a full-time seasonal worker. I truly enjoyed working with my coworkers and managers! I believe that the most important aspects of a job are the people and the atmosphere. The feeling in the air here is warm and relaxed; it’s truly a worker’s dream come true.”

What to expect

You'll never forget your career in the Badlands. With endless ways for you to do what you love, you can spend your days exploring your passions and time off exploring the natural wonders around you. Our ideal teammate is flexible, personally invested in the success of the organization and park, has a positive attitude, and loves where we work. We’re a close-knit community who does what it takes to get the job done and motivated to provide great experiences for our guests.

  • What can I do on my time off and are there organized activities?

    If the park has a dedicated shuttle driver for the season, employees can take staff trips on days off to scenic locations like the Black Hills, Mount Rushmore, Rapid City, and other tourist attractions. 

     

    Within the park, employees are often found hiking, spotting wildlife, enjoying gorgeous sunrises and sunsets, or spending time at night sky viewings. 

  • Where can I go shopping or get essential items?

    Wall, SD is a small town just 30 miles from the park with a grocery store, small retailers, and restaurants. Rapid City, SD is 90 miles away from the park with more shopping locations and larger big-box retailers.

  • Is there cell phone and internet access?

    There is cell phone and internet access, but it as sporadic at best. Different cell pone carriers provide better coverage in the park than others. 

  • Are there appearance guidelines?

    We have uniforms available depending on your role at the park. We require all of our team members to maintain a professional appearance, including the practice of good hygiene. 

  • Is housing available and what is it like?

    We have trailers available for employees with bedrooms at opposite ends and currently sleep two people. In each trailer, there is a living area, kitchen, bathroom, washer, and dryer. There is also housing at the Badlands Inn which is a motel room with a single bed; we hold these single rooms for employees as they cannot be rented. 

  • Do you hire international applicants?

    We work with CIEE as our J1 visa sponsor for international students. To learn more about opportunities for international students and begin the application process, please click here for the CIEE website.

  • Where can I buy or make food?

    All employees are allowed one fee meal at Cedar Pass Lodge during their work shift.

     

    The trailers used for employee housing include a kitchen for teammates to cook their own meals. Employees can buy groceries in Wall, SD or Rapid City, SD. 

     

     

  • What is the best way to get to property? What transportation options are there?

    Rapid City Regional Airport is the closest major airport, located just 55 miles from Badlands National Park. The property is located nine miles off Interstate 90.

     

    A personal vehicle is highly recommended for employees. Badlands is a very remote location, and on days off, it is almost impossible to get anywhere without a car. Employees are responsible for their own transportation to and from Badlands. 

  • How can I get in touch with the hiring team?

    You can call us at 605-433-5460.

  • Does this location require employees to be vaccinated against COVID 19?

    We ask all employees to follow local and CDC guidelines while working and living at this location.