Environmental Internships in the Pacific Northwest

Northwest Service Academy – Mt. Adams Center

www.nwserviceacademy.org

The Northwest Service Academy Environmental Intern program is an opportunity to engage in national service (AmeriCorps) while gaining professional experience in the fields of natural resources management, environmental education and public outreach.

Over 30 positions located in Seattle, Portland, Olympia, Bellingham, Ellensburg, Hood River and others . . .  View open positions at: www.nwserviceacademy.org/position.cfm

Personal and professional growth opportunities abound, including:

·              Networking with agency and community experts

·              Educating the public on important environmental issues

·              Managing restoration, conservation and education projects

·              Refining communication skills including speaking and writing

·              Learning to live and work outdoors

·              Exploring the beautiful landscapes of the Pacific Northwest

·              Developing leadership skills

Internship Placements:

·              Mt. Hood National Forest – Community Stewards.

·              Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife – Wildlife Education and Outreach Coordinator and Citizen Science Project Assistant.

·              Cascade Land Conservancy – Green Cities Project Associate, Steward Program Associate and Outreach Coordinator.

·              National Forest Foundation – Friends of the Forest Day Program Coordinator.

·              Columbia Riverkeeper – Water Quality Coordinator.

·              Hood River Soil and Water Conservation District – Hood River Watershed Group Assistant.

·              Mountains to Sound Greenway Trust – Volunteer Program Outreach Associate.

·              Snohomish Conservations District – Habitat Restoration Intern.

·              Underwood Conservation District – Underwood Conservation District Intern.

·              Friends of the Columbia Gorge – Stewardship Coordinator.

·              Stewardship Partners – Stewardship Partners Program Assistant.

Intern Benefits:

·             A Modest Living Allowance totaling $11,400 ($1036/mo. before taxes)

·             Money for College - $4725 AmeriCorps Education Award

·             Help with Student Loans – Forbearance and interest paid

·             Health Insurance

·             Child Care Assistance

·             Valuable Certifications and Skills

Internship Dates:

January 12 – November 21, 2009

Apply Today!

1. Complete all of the application materials found on the "How to Apply" page at

http://www.nwserviceacademy.org/Apply.cfm

2. Send application materials and resume` to stephanie.ludlow@esd112.org or call 509-395-3465.

OR you may mail them to:

Stephanie Ludlow, NWSA

2453 HWY 141

Trout Lake WA 98650