Park Ranger Intern

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May 1-Aug. 30, 2026

Works with visitor services to gain experience in the operations of a safe, welcoming, and well balanced visitor services program. This position is stationed in Newport, OR.

Provide informal interpretation for visitors on the seabirds and marine mammals of Oregon Islands National Wildlife Refuge at multiple locations
Assist with communication, outreach, and marketing for wildlife refuges through a variety of media
Work alongside refuge volunteers and staff on habitat restoration
Help protect wildlife and ensure visitor safety
Assist with trail maintenance

Requirements:

B.Sc. preferred or some undergrad coursework in biology, natural resources, park management, or related field required
U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident under age 31
Valid state driver’s license
Must be able to work independently and in groups
Must have good observational and communication skills
Schedule flexibility, including weekend, holidays, and morning/evening shifts

Benefits:

$2,000 monthly living stipend
Free co-ed bunkhouse style lodging with laundry, wi-fi, utilities, and more included (sorry, no pets)

Professional development, training, and networking opportunities
Public Land Corps status for hiring
Work vehicle and equipment provided (Intern is responsible for personal transportation needs)

Email Application packet(s) as a single PDF to oregoncoast@fws.gov by March 2, 2026.

To be clear which internship you are applying for, files should be named with internship type and last/first name:

OCNWRC_ranger_LastFirst

OCNWRC_refuge_LastFirst

To be considered, all packets must have all three items in a SINGLE PDF and follow the naming convention.

Application must include:

Cover letter that addresses the listed qualifications for the position of interest
Resume documenting your work experience, education, skills, contact information, etc.
Contact information for three professional references (must include email and phone number)

If applying for multiple positions, submit each as its own application

For more information contact:

Alex Cook Refuge Manager

Alexandra_Cook@fws.gov, (541) 347-1470

When you apply, please indicate that you are responding to the posting on jobshiringnearme.org Job Board.

Email application packet(s) as a single PDF to oregoncoast@fws.gov by March 2, 2026.

To be clear which internship you are applying for, files should be named with internship type and last/first name:

OCNWRC_ranger_LastFirst

OCNWRC_refuge_LastFirst

To be considered, all packets must have all three items in a SINGLE PDF and follow the naming convention.

Application must include:

Cover letter that addresses the listed qualifications for the position of interest
Resume documenting your work experience, education, skills, contact information, etc.
Contact information for three professional references (must include email and phone number)

If applying for multiple positions, submit each as its own application

For more information contact:

Alex Cook Refuge Manager

Alexandra_Cook@fws.gov, (541) 347-1470

When you apply, please indicate that you are responding to the posting on jobshiringnearme.org Job Board.

To help us track our recruitment effort, please indicate in your cover/motivation letter where (environmentaljob.net) you saw this job posting.

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