Theme Park Operations Intern (RICHMOND)

Join the amazing team at Kings Dominion & Soak City... Virginia’s premier destination for fun with more than 60 world-class rides, live shows, unique attractions, water slides, and special events throughout the season with something for everyone around each corner.

Be a part of the Kings Dominion Internship Program 2026 . Our program is more than just a job or a simple internship, it’s a lifetime opportunity to gain hands-on experience, make lasting friendships, boost your resume, and grow your skills/knowledge.

Also, as a Kings Dominion associate, you will receive exclusive benefits such as FREE admission and parking, complimentary tickets for family and friends, discounts on food and merchandise, access to thirty plus employee appreciation events and giveaways throughout the year, and so much more!

All Interns :

• Gain first-hand experience and knowledge working directly in the field.
• Meet and network with other college interns as part of our program.
• Get valuable opportunities to meet, engage, and learn directly from park leaders and management.
• Attend and complete several leadership training classes to expand and develop your leadership knowledge / expertise.
• Attend business seminars taught by park leaders and management where you can learn about all the facets of the theme park business (Culinary, Finance, HR, Marketing, Park Operations, Retail, Workforce Planning, etc.).
• Complete a capstone project that enables you to interview and interact with park leadership from all areas of the park.

Intern Opportunities :

• Food & Beverage / Culinary: interns in this role will serve in a front-line food and beverage position with either our inpark F&B team or our Culinary operations team behind the scenes.
• Human Resources: interns in this role will serve in a front-line position with either our human resources team or as a divisional HR laison.
• Operations (Admissions, Aquatics, Park Services, Rides) : interns in this role will serve in a front-line operatons position.
• Retail (Merch/Games/Extra Charge): interns in this role will serve in a front-line retail position with either our Merchandise, Games, or Extra Charge teams.

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Must be currently pursuing a college degree or a recent graduate (within 180 days of the start of employment/program at Kings Dominion).
• Commit to working at Kings Dominion and completing intern program requirements.
• Ability to work onsite for minimum 24 hours per week AND be available to work / attend internship program activities as well as work on weekends/peak days.
• Ability and comfort with working in both indoor and outdoor environments that may include a variety of weather conditions (rain, heat, snow, wind, etc.).