This summer has been a new chapter that opened the opportunity for many experiences. Despite working at Mount Rushmore, I got the opportunity to visit 7 National Parks and Monuments like Wind Cave National Park, Jewel Cave National Monument, Badlands National...

I adore waking up every morning and driving through Keystone, South Dakota. Walking up to see the president's sculpture is always a highlight of my day. There are many aspects of my internship that I enjoy, including interacting with other interns and park staff. Interacting...

My summer job at Mount Rushmore National Memorial has been a great source of inspiration for me. I have found that working here has unlocked new aspects of my creativity, mental clarity, and physical health. As an artist, I know creative blocks can be frustrating,...

My projects with Mount Rushmore National Memorial this year is to create social media content, develop communications planning, and contribute high quality photographs to build the digital library. This project focuses on content related to Mount Rushmore and Native American Heritage Month. I will come...

Driving through the wonderful scenic route of South Dakota, I knew this summer was going to be an experience I won’t forget. Seeing the sunlight hitting the trees and mountains gave me a peaceful feeling on the road that never ends. Once arriving on my...