Operations Intern

Students Plus Startups•San Antonio, TX

2d•Remote

About The Position

Great Springs Project (GSP) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization working to create a greenway of contiguous protected lands between San Antonio and Austin over the Edwards Aquifer recharge zone. This green corridor will include an additional 50,000 acres of protected lands across four counties and be connected by a network of spring -to -spring trails, linking four of Texas' Great Springs: Barton Springs, San Marcos Springs, Comal Springs, and San Antonio Springs. Great Springs Project envisions unifying existing local efforts to address the most critical water, land, wildlife, and public health challenges facing the Central Texas region. In a state where less than four percent of the land is public, by preserving open space and developing a spring -to -spring trail for the benefit of all, GSP addresses social, health, and recreational equity. The GSP Intern will report to the Director of Operations. The Intern should be prepared to work in a fastpaced team environment and, upon completing the internship, have gained working knowledge and professional experience across various aspects of the organization. GSP develops future leaders in land and water conservation and in active transportation project planning and implementation. This Internship runs from May through August: o Allocation of Part -Time Schedule: ï§ 30 -40 Hours Weekly, including weekend tabling events ï§ Attendance on Monday 9:00–10:30 a.m. Staff Meeting and a Weekly Check -In with Supervisor o Eligible candidates who are interested in continuing through the summer or a full oneyear internship are encouraged to apply, as GSP will consider extending the Summer 2026 Internship through the fall and/or spring.

Requirements

Great attention to detail is essential
Reliable transportation
Excellent interpersonal, analytical, and organizational skills, capable of working effectively with staff members
Self -motivated, energetic, flexible, and adaptable with a sense of humor
Knowledge of basic computer software (Microsoft Office, Canva, etc.)

Nice To Haves

Bilingual/Spanish speaker a plus
The ideal candidate will be outgoing, detail -oriented, and passionate about conservation and environmental issues

Responsibilities

Maintain, update, and implement GSP’s Tabling Event Calendar
Serve as a point of contact and set up materials for tabling events
Spread awareness and gather community input on the project
Provide the community with ways to help/get involved
Manage volunteers at community tabling events
Assist as directed with GSP Trails Planning, including attending meetings, taking notes, data collection, and logistics support
Support partner organizations as assigned, including attending meetings, taking notes, and assisting with social media
Assist with seasonal events, as needed
Track social media trends and make recommendations
Create social media content, such as Trail Tuesday posts & trail video reels
Assist with administrative matters, including taking notes, meeting set -up, office supplies, and equipment maintenance.