Training & Development Internships

Overview

The Cedar Point Internship Program seeks to inspire and equip the next generation of leaders by offering transformative experiences. We are committed to providing a vibrant learning environment where students can engage in meaningful, hands-on work within our dynamic operations. 

Our internships are designed to cultivate essential leadership and professional skills, encourage innovative thinking, and foster a deep understanding of business acumen. By integrating academic knowledge with practical application, we aim to empower interns to make impactful contributions to their future careers and the communities they will serve. 

Responsibilities

Preferred majors: Leadership, Business Administration, Education 

Ride Operations Training & Development

As a Training & Development Intern for Ride Operations, you will be responsible for delivering both the department training and International Ride Operator Certification (iROC) courses, as well as conducting in-service training sessions throughout the operating season. A minimum of one year of experience in ride operations is required. You’ll also... 

• Lead department training sessions for new and returning ride operations associates. 

• Collaborate with leadership to ensure training materials are current and effective. 

• Provide feedback and coaching to associates during training sessions. 

• Conduct ongoing in-service training to reinforce safety, operational standards, and guest service excellence. 

Admissions Training & Development

This leadership role is responsible for facilitating department training for Admissions, Guest Services, and Traffic teams. As a Training & Development Intern for Admissions, you will gain experience teaching diverse groups of learners in both classroom and hands-on operational settings. You’ll also... 

• Delivery engaging and effective department training sessions across multiple guest-facing teams. 

• Support learning in both structured classroom environments and dynamic, on-the-job settings. 

• Maintain accurate training records using the company’s Learning Management system (Dayforce). 

• Identify operations challenges and develop targeted in-service training to address performance gaps throughout the season. 

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Must be attending an accredited college or university
• Work a minimum of 8 weeks between May 1-August 31
• Availability requirements:
  • Minimum of 4 days per week of full availability
  • 2 of the 4 days must include either Friday/Saturday or Saturday/Sunday
• Work a minimum average of 32 hours per week
• Attend required professional development events
• Ability to work nights, weekends, and holiday periods to meet business needs
• Ability to pass a mandatory (or random) drug test, per Company policy, unless prohibited by state or provincial law
• Ability to pass a background check, if 18 years of age or older, which may include, but is not limited to, credit, criminal, DMV, previous employment, education, and personal references, per Company policy, unless prohibited by federal, state, or provincial law