Wilderness Steward Internship

Wilderness Interns will be placed into one of two types of internships at the discretion of BMWF’s program staff with consideration taken for personal preference, availability, and relevant experience. 

Required Skills & Background
● Ability to work as a member of a team
● The stamina to backpack carrying up to 35lbs in mountainous terrain for up to eight
consecutive days for multiple hitches. History of physical activity is recommended.
● Backcountry living and travel experience
● Maintain a positive attitude throughout a rigorous field season
● Flexibility, adaptability, and ability to function effectively both independently and under
pressure. Project plans and logistics may change on a weekly basis; flexibility is a MUST!
● Oral and written communication skills including ability to resolve team conflict
● Ability to work with limited supervision in a field and office environment
● Ability to keep neat and accurate records and reports
● Motivation and willingness to work non-traditional hours, including nights and weekends
● Basic computer proficiency including email communication, knowledge of Microsoft
Word, digital photo downloading and sharing, ability and willingness to learn other
software as needed.

Interns will report to the BMWF office in the Hungry Horse Ranger Station on May 17th, 2022 for orientation and field training. The internship will end around August 15th, with end date flexibility depending upon school start dates. An Intern Graduation Ceremony will take place on Friday, August 12th. Attendance at training, projects and the Intern Graduation ceremony is required. Some internship positions have the potential to be hired on with the Forest Service through September; please inquire during the interview process if this is of interest to you.
This position is a paid internship. Intern will receive a stipend of $5,500 per 14-week season.

Other benefits include:
● Uniform and maps provided by BMWF and/or the US Forest Service.
● Valuable skill building and career building opportunities with the Forest Service and
experience with non-profit Wilderness Stewardship.
● Academic Credit: BMWF will work with colleges or universities to facilitate course credit by providing all necessary coordination, documentation, and evaluation for the internship course
 

How to apply:

All applicants must complete the online application by February 1st, 2022.

Selected applicants will be contacted by BMWF to schedule an interview.

To gain an understanding of the Foundation and its relationship to the Forest Service visit: www.bmwf.org. Please contact BMWF with any questions (406) 387-3808.