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Park Guide Intern

Student Conservation Association (SCA)

Student Conservation Association (SCA)

Park Guide Intern

Moab, UT
Internship
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Join a team of dedicated rangers working to help visitors appreciate, understand, and appropriately enjoy the stunning red rock desert of Canyonlands National Park, Needles District. Duties include:

    • Staffing the visitor center desk to provide orientation, answer questions, help visitors plan backcountry trips and assist in the sale of bookstore merchandise, 50%;
    • Collecting fees for park entrance and for backcountry permits in the visitor center, 10%;
    • Developing and presenting formal and informal interpretive programs which may include geology talks, patio talks and/or guided walks, 10%;
    • Attending formal and informal training to learn about park resources and operations, 10%;
    • Roving scenic overlooks and park trails to contact visitors, 10%; and
    • Assisting park staff with various projects, 10%.

    NOTE: The park is in a remote location with no cellular service.

    This Internship is Not Eligible for an AmeriCorps Education Award.

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  • Qualifications
    • Customer service experience a plus!
  • Compensation
    Competitive Stipend
  • Industry
    Non-Profit
  • About Us

    SCA’s mission is to build the next generation of conservation leaders and inspire lifelong stewardship of the environment and communities by engaging young people in hands-on service to the land.