About Us
Mount Rushmore National Memorial is located in Keystone, South Dakota. Xanterra proudly operates several food and beverage outlets, a large retail store and a guest parking facility. Open year-round, our peak season is from Memorial Day to Labor Day. Our team is approximately 30 year-round staff and grows to over 150 employees during peak season. Join our Mount Rushmore team today!
Why Choose Mount Rushmore?
From necessities like employee meals to fun activities like planned trips and community events, there are many benefits to working at Mount Rushmore National Memorial.
Employee Perks & Discounts
- Lodging, Retail, and Food & Beverage Discounts
- Black Hills VIP Training Pass Discounts to Local Attractions
- Planned Employee Trips and Activities
- Discounts at other Xanterra locations and adventure companies
- Special Offers and Discounts through other Partnerships
Location Features & Amenities
- Common Room with TV, Books, Games, and Computer
- Free WiFi
- Employee Shuttle Service
- Free Laundry Facility
- Employee Housing (Dormitory-style or RV site)
- Employee Meals (Cafeteria-style)
Employee Benefits
- Employee Assistance Program
- Wellness Program
- Learning & Development Program
- Employee Appreciation Day
- $350 Referral Bonus
- Benefits (medical, dental, vision, PTO, etc.) vary by position type - view details here
Live at Mount Rushmore National Memorial
Housing
- Dormitory-style living with 2-4 residents per room is the most common option and the low-cost rent is payroll-deductible.
- Rooms include a twin-size bed, private bathrooms, and a closet with a few drawers.
- Common area with couches and a cable-linked television is available, or walk over to our outdoor gazebo area with picnic table seating.
- Shuttle service to and from work is provided during peak season.
- Must be 18 or over to live in a dormitory.
- No pets, alcohol, or smoking allowed inside dorm.
- We have a limited number of RV sites in the nearby town of Keystone, SD, for self-contained trailers.
- If traveling with a friend or significant other, please indicate on your application that you are applying together.
Meals
- The Employee Dining Room (EDR) serves cafeteria-style meals that include a hot entrée and side dishes, and a dessert.
- A small salad bar is available during lunch and dinner. Meals are $6 each and are charged on a pay-as-you-go system.
- Vegetarian options are available, but stricter diets (vegan/allergy-based) may not always be accommodated.
Work at Mount Rushmore National Memorial
Explore Mount Rushmore National Memorial
As an employee, you will have the opportunity to stroll the Avenue of Flags with flags representing 56 states and territories lining the walkway and view the memorial against the evening sky each night during the evening sculpture lighting ceremony (May through September). A sense of awe will come over you as you come to work every day realizing where you live, work, and explore!
Part-Time Helping Hands
Part-Time Helping Hands is a program that allows you to work part time and lend a “Helping Hand”. This program provides you the opportunity to work part-time and assist us with opening up or closing down for the season.
Program Details
- Dates:
- Spring 2026
- Arrive March-April
- Depart late-April/early-May
- Fall 2026
- Arrive September-October
- Depart October-November
- Spring 2026
- Work Schedule may vary depending on business need, but is generally:
- 24 to 32 hours per week
- 6-8 hours per day, 3-4 days per week
- Positions:
- Food and Beverage Outlet Attendant
- Parking Attendants
- Retail Associates
Team Member Stories
Decemberlyn
What is your favorite part of working at Mount Rushmore?
“My experience in Mount Rushmore was one of the most special moments in my life. Working with the best people from different nationalities made it my home away from home. I have seen beautiful places thanks to the employee trips. I will be forever grateful for that summer experience and the memories and friendship will forever remain in my heart.”
Meet JD
What is your favorite part of working at Mount Rushmore?
“I have several favorite parts in working at Mt Rushmore. The people I work with, seeing the faces on the Memorial each day, interacting with the public, never knowing what we will be doing each day, the sunrises over the Eastern Plains, and the wildlife. I never get tired of that.”
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Mount Rushmore National Memorial
13000 Highway 244, Bldg. 81
Keystone, SD 57751
605-574-2515
mtrushmorehr@xanterra.com
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