Interpretation Intern - ONSITE - Denali National Park and Preserve

Environment for the Americas • Denali Park, AK

2d • Onsite

About The Position

As a member of Team Denali, the LHIP intern would play an important role in the frontline interpretive team. With the guidance and support of a team of interpretive supervisors and coaches, our LHIP intern will create and present a portfolio of engaging interpretive programs, such as a guided walk, a campground program, or the much-loved and one-of-a-kind dog sled demonstration. Their time here would help broaden and deepen our interpretive offerings and support a park goal of connecting all Denali visitors to the unparalleled park resources found here. Additional programs such as pop-ups, chats, or interpretive roving could be assigned or created based on intern interest. In addition to their interpretive offerings, the LHIP intern will help orient visitors at a few key locations throughout the park. At the front desk, they would be providing trail information and recommendations, transit logistics, and resource information, providing high level customer service to about 500,000 visitors a year. At the Savage Check Station, located 15 miles in the park at a remote contact station, they will, as part of a small rotating team, be welcoming buses into the park, collecting vehicle data, orienting visitors to trails and parking, and sharing timely wildlife safety information and informal interpretation, at one of the most popular trailheads in the park.

Requirements

• Strong customer service and communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Comfort speaking with the public in one-on-one settings and in delivering formal interpretive programs to large groups.
• Adaptability and ability to work effectively in a dynamic, team-oriented environment.
• Valid driver’s license (required).
• Interest in interpretation, environmental education, cultural or natural resources, or public engagement.

Nice To Haves

• Coursework in natural resources management, natural sciences, history, archaeology, anthropology, public administration, park and recreation management, sociology, or related fields (encouraged but not required).

Responsibilities

• Develop and present interpretive programs such as pop-ups, touch tables, guided hikes, or campground programs.
• Provide wildlife and recreation safety orientations at various visitor contact points.
• Assist with front-desk operations, offering visitor orientation, trip planning support, and informal interpretation.
• Collect and record vehicle-use data at a remote park station.
• Engage with the public in both formal group presentations and informal one-on-one settings.
• Work effectively as part of a dynamic interpretive team, contributing to a positive and collaborative work environment.
• Participate in mentorship opportunities and professional development sessions that introduce key skills and practices in the interpretive career field.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed