Great Basin National Park Foundation (the nonprofit partner of Great Basin National Park) is seeking a motivated and creative intern to support communications, education, and nonprofit capacity-building efforts during the summer season (10 week position to begin either June 1 or June 15). 

Please learn more about GBNPF at www.greatbasinfoundation.org 

Position Overview

The Communications & Education Intern will play a key role in telling the story of Great Basin National Park and supporting the Foundation’s mission. Candidates will be selected before May 2 and will serve as an AmeriCorps VISTA Summer Associate. Please apply asap directly to Great Basin National Park Foundation per instructions below.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and manage social media content (photography, video, storytelling)
• Assist with educational programming and outreach initiatives
• Support nonprofit capacity-building projects (research, communications strategy, organizational assets)
• Create engaging multimedia content highlighting Park and Foundation resources, programs, and conservation efforts
• Collaborate with Foundation staff on building public engagement collateral

Qualifications

We are looking for candidates who are passionate, adaptable, and eager to contribute. Ideal applicants will have:

• A passion for the outdoors, public lands, and conservation
• Excellent communication, time management, and organizational skills
• A strong work ethic and a drive to take initiative
• Comfort and experience with outdoor exploration and field-based work

Preferred Skills (any combination of the following):

• Photography and/or videography
• Film or video editing
• Social media management
• Environmental education experience
• Experience working with youth or in educational settings
• Interest or experience in nonprofits
• Writing, journalism, or communications experience

What You’ll Gain

• Hands-on experience with a small nonprofit supporting a national park
• Portfolio-building opportunities in communications, media, education and outreach, and non-profit management
• A chance to get paid to explore a wild, remote national park.