Culinary Intern

2 weeks ago

Prior Lake, MN, United States Tribal Government Full time

Looking to gain meaningful, hands-on experience that builds your professional skills? The SMSC and Mystic Lake 10-week summer internship program offers real-world projects, mentorship, and opportunities to develop lasting connections. Our internships are more than just an internship—they’re a pathway to building futures together, inspiring possibilities, and fostering growth. With weekly pay and impactful experiences, you’ll be equipped to take the next step toward your career.

Internship Overview: You’ll spend your summer with Minnesota’s premier casino resort and entertainment destination—gaining hands-on experience and having plenty of fun along the way. Our 10-week, full-time internship is based at the Mystic Lake and Little Six offices in Prior Lake, MN, where we focus on inspiring possibilities, fostering meaningful connections, and creating memorable experiences.

Each week brings something new: from touring Hocokata Ti, our cultural center, to color runs, networking events, and team activities, there’s always something to look forward to. Beyond the experiences, you’ll work on meaningful projects that have an impact on the business while learning what it takes to thrive in the dynamic gaming and entertainment industry. With fun as one of our core values, you’ll enjoy connecting with fellow interns while exploring our culture and philanthropic efforts—making this summer an exciting and rewarding journey.

This is more than an internship—it’s a pathway to your career.

You’ll be a perfect fit if: You are ready to step into our state-of-the-art scratch kitchens where you will grow your culinary skills being mentored from some of the best in the industry. You consistently demonstrate a positive, proactive attitude and approach each day with your best effort. You are currently pursuing a program in the culinary industry and have knowledge of ServSafe skills. Get ready, this internship will ignite your culinary career to be a cut above the rest

Who We Are: Mystic Lake Casino Hotel® and Little Six Casino® are owned and operated by the Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux Community (SMSC). SMSC has a diverse collection of enterprises on its lands in Prior Lake and Shakopee, Minnesota. From Mystic Lake Casino Hotel, Little Six Casino, and Mystic Lake Center® to natural grocery stores and fitness centers, our enterprises help drive the local economy.

SMSC has donated more than $400 million to organizations and causes and has contributed millions more to regional governments and infrastructure such as roads, water and sewer systems, and emergency services. The SMSC is the largest philanthropic benefactor for Indian Country nationally and one of the largest charitable givers in Minnesota.

We are committed to building futures together—by inspiring possibilities, fostering meaningful connections, and creating memorable experiences. Here, every voice matters, innovation is encouraged, and opportunities to grow are endless. Join us, and be part of a community that invests in you while shaping a stronger tomorrow.

Internship Requirements:

  • Currently enrolled in a post-secondary program pertinent to the department/team to which assigned.
  • Basic level skills in word-processing, spreadsheets, or other tools standard to the department/team to which assigned.
  • Demonstrated ability to work with others in a collaborative, team environment.
  • Excellent organizational, verbal and written communication skills.


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