Backcountry Ranger Intern
Friends of Scotchman Peaks Wilderness
Trout Creek, Montana
| Job Type | Paid Internship |
| Salary | $12 per hour |
| Benefits | Housing |
| Deadline | Jan 13, 2026 |
| Experience | 0 - 1 years |
See full Job Announcement here
https://www.scotchmanpeaks.org/images/Backcountry-Ranger-Intern-2026.pdf
WHAT: The Backcountry Ranger’s primary duties include working on trails, community outreach events, developing trail and leadership skills, and patrolling the Scotchman Peaks Recommended Wilderness Area to educate visitors and protect the area’s wild character. They will receive training and education in natural resource management from an interdisciplinary, field-based perspective.
WHO: The ideal applicant is passionate about stewardship of wildlands, interested in a career in natural resource management, and comfortable in public situations.
WHEN: 10-12 weeks program from June – August 2026
WHERE: Trout Creek Ranger Station in Trout Creek, MT. Government housing at no cost is available.
| Category | General / Stewardship, Outdoor Recreation |
| Tags | Park Ranger, Trail Maintenance |