Summary:

As a Ride Operations Intern, you'll lead a high‑energy team that delivers safe, smooth, and unforgettable ride experiences for our Guests. You'll oversee day‑to‑day ride operations, staffing, training, safety audits, and quality control while fostering a strong, positive team culture. This role is perfect for someone who thrives in a fast‑paced environment, enjoys developing people, and wants to play a key part in creating memorable guest experiences.

What You Will Be Doing

• 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 Ride Operations Team in a Supervisory role
• Get valuable opportunities to meet, engage and learn from park leaders and management
• Opportunity to shadow and interact with park Directors and Park President
• Participate in a "Capstone Presentation" related to improving an aspect of the park/resort operation
• Opportunity to learn from leaders at our hotel and indoor waterpark operation
• Provide guests with a safe and enjoyable ride experience
• Entertain guests and calm their nerves as they board the 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 section of the park
• Coordinate and perform training, including department orientation and continuous on the job training in accordance with Enchanted Parks 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 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 guest 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

What You Will Need

• Must be at least 18 years old
• Must be currently pursuing a college degree or a recent graduate (within 180 days of the star of employment at Great Escape)
• A team=player attitude and willingness to step in wherever it is needed to support the resort 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 and 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

Why You'll Love Working Here

• Paid training
• Advancement opportunities
• Overtime pay eligible after 40 hours
• Year-round job opportunities
• Exclusive employee parties and events for you and your family
• Pay rate $17.00 per hour