Begich Boggs Visitor Center Visitor Information Assistant (2 positions)
Internship Description: • Ability to communicate well with the public in both English and Spanish. • Ability to attend a 2 week intensive training to learn and study about the Chugach National Forest. • Ability to learn techniques to interpret information about the Chugach National Forest and Alaska to the public. • Ability to put together interpretive programs to present to the public in a variety of venues. • Ability to work with other visitor center staff in a fast paced, team oriented, visitor center environment. • Ability to assist with special events and to assist with other duties as assigned. · A Forest Service uniform will be provided for use during the summer for each intern. · Interns should bring clothing for cool, wet conditions, as well as shorts and t-shirts for sunny weather. · The closest large grocery store is in Anchorage which is 55 miles away by road. · Defensive driving course is required for government vehicle use. Interns can use vehicles for trips once every two weeks for personal supplies Location: Begich, Boggs Visitor Center, Portage Valley, Chugach National Forest, Alaska Length of Internship: May 12th-August 3rd or August 18th Eligibility: • Age 18 to 35, and in college (undergraduate or graduate) or recent graduate. • US citizen or legal resident. • Enthusiasm for interacting with the public and children. Is there a Stipend? $53.00 per day worked. Housing is available in the bunkhouse in Portage Valley near the visitor center. Apply Here: https://www.environmentamericas.org
