Deer Hill’s Internship Program is an essential element of the Deer Hill community, both in spirit and in hard work.  Interns live onsite and support Deer Hill programs and operations by preparing equipment, packing supplies, repairing gear, maintaining facilities, and facilitating resupplies.  This internship offers a unique perspective and opportunity for interaction in the community of outdoor education.  Interns work alongside field staff during transitions and resupplies, they help participants get outfitted with gear from our store, they work alongside our kitchen staff preparing meals, and they work with our Facility Manager preparing vehicles for use.  With hands-on experience and guidance from Deer Hill administrative staff, Interns learn about the logistics and systems to facilitate multi-element wilderness expeditions and cross-cultural service learning projects.  Upon completion of the internship program, exceptional and motivated interns may be invited back to work with Deer Hill in an Assistant Instructor or Instructor role. 

Spring 2026

Overview:

• 4 - 5 interns live and work on site at the Deer Hill basecamp for the season.
• Responsibilities include: food packing, resupply, pack out, de-issue, driving, gear repair and maintenance, cooking, cleaning, administrative work and facility projects to upkeep Basecamp.
• Internship is logistic and operation focused.
• Opportunities to gain field experience and work alongside our Field Staff in the backcountry with students is possible, but depends on need and not guaranteed for every intern.
• Weekly schedules vary to accommodate programming needs.

Dates: March 21 - May 31, 2026
*Dates can be flexible depending on availability.  Inquire for specifics during the interview process.*

Benefits:

• Lodging provided.
• Supplemental food and meals available.
• $1,584 living/travel stipend.
• Access to pro purchase programs.
• Join Field Staff River Training (~5 day river trip).
• Additional learning opportunities in Outdoor Education available.
• Potential opportunity to become an Assistant Instructor or Instructor during our Summer Season.*

*This is not a guaranteed benefit, opportunities will be available based on need, and on your performance and professionalism during the internship.  WFRs are also required to become Instructors, and while we do offer financial assistance to acquire one post-internship - we do not offer in-house WFR courses at this time.

Qualifications:

• 20 years of age minimum.
• Able to work legally in the United States.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
• Ability to pass criminal background checks.
• Able to carry 50 pounds.
• Able to commit to the duration of the internship. ­
• Comfortable driving long distances and camping.
• Able to live and work cooperatively with others.
• Effective communication with people different from themselves.
• Willing to work long hours.
• Ability to take initiative and produce results.
• Demonstrated commitment to the mission and values of Deer Hill Expeditions.
• Experience or a willingness to learn gear repair

The requirements listed in our job descriptions are guidelines, not hard and fast rules, and if you have 75% of the qualifications listed we encourage you to apply. Your experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work, which helps build the competencies, knowledge, and skills that translates directly to our openings. Applying gives you the opportunity to be considered.