Internship Opportunities

Do you have a passion to work for a non-profit organization dedicated to wildlands protection? Are you interested in learning more about natural resources policy, endangered species protection, and grassroots advocacy? If yes, than please consider being an intern in our unique and engaging office. Internships are available during the spring and fall semesters, including summers. Please read below to find out how you can become part of our exciting team!

Mission: Friends of the Clearwater (FOC) is a grassroots environmental organization devoted to the protection and restoration of Idaho’s Big Wild coutnry--the northern half of the greater Salmon-Selway Ecosystem or Big Wild, the largest wildland ecosystem in the lower 48 states. This great land, right here in our backyard, contains many unprotected roadless areas and provides crucial habitat for countless species like bull trout, wolverine, wolf, salmon, and grizzly. FOC is also devoted to the defense of the wild rivers of the Clearwater Basin, including the Lochsa, Selway, and North and South Forks of the Clearwater River. We are the only organization specifically working on public land issues in north-central Idaho.

Location: 116 East Third Street, Moscow, ID 83843 (208) 882-9755

Intern Position: Fundraising Intern, 10-20 hours/week, May 15 - August 15
The mission of the Fundraising Intern are two-fold:
1. Work with FOC’s staff and board to engage people who live in or in close proximity to the Wild Clearwater Country and abroad for financial support to protect NC Idaho’s wildlands.
2. To work with FOC staff and board specifically to implement recently completed long term fundraising strategy and plan of action.

Essential Responsibilities:
a. To assist with the completion of FOC’s long term fundraising strategy & plan of action
b. To prioritize and begin implementation of above strategy and plan
c. To work collaboratively with the FOC board of directors, staff, and volunteers to delegate and oversee tasks related to fundraising strategy and plan

Requirements:
a. Personal transportation: will be reimbursed for work related gas expenses
b. Ability to commit to the full term of service for which they are applying
c. Regular and reliable atttendance

Preferred Qualifications:
a. Ability to write and communicate effectively with co-workers, volunteers, and the general public
b. Ability to be an effective salesperson for FOC
c. Excellent organizational skills
c. Ability to work independently when given appropriate training and direction
d. A love for all things WILD!
e. A sense of humer

Member Benefits Include:
a. One year membership with FOC
b. Complimentary organization T-shirt
c. Compensation for gas when work related
d. Work in creative, respectful, and thoughtful environment

To apply: Email a cover letter and resume to: foc@friendsoftheclearwater.org

 

Intern Position: Summer Outreach Intern, 10-20 hour/week, May 15-August 15.
The mission of the Outreach Intern are two-fold:
1. Work with FOC’s staff and board to engage people who live in or in close proximity to the Wild Clearwater Country for support and protection of Idaho’s wildlands.
2. To organize community events and outdoor activities

Essential Responsibilities:
a. Setting up information booth to engage the public at Moscow Farmer’s market, the Palouse mall, community events, and on the campuses of UI, WSU, and LCSC.
b. Organizing volunteers for various in office and field projects
c. Planning and implementing educational outreach events
d. Some administrative duties, i.e. assist in mail runs and bulk mailings, answer phones, respond to inquiries, and other office duties as needed

Requirements:
a. Personal transportation: will be reimbursed for work related gas expenses
b. Ability to commit to the full term of service for which they are applying
c. Regular and reliable atttendance

Preferred Qualifications:
a. Ability to write and communicate effectively with co-workers, volunteers, and the general public
b. Excellent organizational skills
c. Ability to work independently when given appropriate training and direction
d. A love for all things WILD!
e. A sense of humor

Member Benefits Include:
a. One year membership with FOC
b. Complimentary organization T-shirt
c. Compensation for gas when work related
d. Work in creative, respectful, and thoughtful environment

To apply: Email a cover letter and resume to: foc@friendsoftheclearwater.org