Individual Placement-Alaska-Visitor Services and Environmental Education

Student Conservation Association

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Join the team at Bering Land Bridge National Preserve, headquartered in Nome, Alaska, for a unique and rewarding experience that offers hands-on learning and professional development within the National Park Service. This position provides an opportunity to gain valuable experience in visitor services, environmental education, and interpretation, while also building a broader understanding of park operations across multiple divisions. As part of the Heritage Center team — a hub for cultural and natural interpretation — placements will support public engagement, contribute to educational programming delivered both in person and through distance learning, and help lead summer youth programs. Placements will have an opportunity to work with staff across divisions, gaining insight into how interpretation, education, resource management, and community outreach work together to support the mission of the National Park Service. Located on the coast of the Bering Sea, Nome offers a one-of-a-kind opportunity to live and work in a remote, vibrant community surrounded by stunning tundra landscapes and rich cultural heritage.

Requirements

Strong communication and public speaking skills
Experience working with youth and diverse audiences
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a small team setting
Interest or experience in working in rural or remote communities
Willingness to learn and adapt to new tasks and environments

Nice To Haves

Experience developing and delivering educational or interpretive programs, especially for youth audiences
Experience with social media content creation, including writing, photography, or video editing
Familiarity with environmental education principles, outdoor education, or place-based learning
Experience working or volunteering in community outreach or public engagement roles

Responsibilities

Visitor Engagement: Welcome guests to the Heritage Center through both formal and informal interactions. Open and close the facility and provide helpful information about the site and its resources.
Interpretive & Public Programs: Research, develop, and present engaging programs for a variety of audiences — including children (ages 3–12), cruise ship visitors, and the general public. Lead in-person talks, guided walks, workshops, and other interpretive experiences that highlight the natural and cultural heritage of the region.
Education Outreach: Lead school-based and virtual educational programs throughout the academic year for all grade levels. Update core environmental education lessons and develop new support materials.
Social Media: Create and share engaging content for the preserve’s social media platforms to promote programs, events, and educational resources.
Information Requests: Respond to public inquiries via email and traditional mail, providing accurate and helpful information about the Heritage Center and its offerings.
Community Partnerships: Explore partnership opportunities with local organizations to support collaborative programming and outreach.
Event Support: Assist with planning, organizing, and participating in special events, festivals, and community activities.
Photography and video creation
Writing and editing web content
Updating manuals and standard operating procedures
Supporting resource-related projects