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Wild Rivers Conservancy of the St. Croix and Namekagon · 5 hours ago

Community Engagement Intern

Osceola, WI

Internship

Onsite

Intern

$15/hr - $15/hr

Start in 2026 Spring

Wild Rivers Conservancy is the official non-profit partner of the St. Croix National Scenic Riverway. The Community Engagement Intern will help expand public awareness of the organization and the riverway by representing it at community events, engaging visitors, and promoting stewardship.

Environmental ConsultingLandscapingNatural ResourcesNon Profit

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Hiring Manager

Wendy Tremblay

Responsibilities

Represent Wild Rivers Conservancy and the St. Croix National Scenic Riverway at community events such as Musky Fest, River Fest, Stillwater Lumberjack Days parade, farmer’s markets, and other outreach opportunities

Staff the Mobile Visitor Center van at river landings and public spaces, sharing park information, safety guidance, river stewardship messaging, and upcoming program details with visitors

Facilitate interactive, family-friendly engagement activities with visitors

Create, prepare, set up, tear down, and transport outreach materials and displays

Create and share engaging social media content highlighting the Mobile Visitor Center’s activities, event schedule, and in-time locations

Capture photos, short videos, and stories during events to help showcase the Conservancy’s community presence

Collaborate with communications staff at NPS and the Conservancy to ensure consistent messaging and timely public updates on the van’s whereabouts

Assist staff with outreach logistics, data collection, and evaluation of community impact

Maintain and care for program supplies and equipment

Contribute positively to a collaborative, mission-driven team environment

Other duties as assigned to support the community engagement and public outreach goals

Qualification

Environmental scienceOutdoor educationPublic relationsCommunicationsSt. CroixTeamworkDetail-orientedCommunicationFlexibility

Required

Must be a US citizen or permanent resident of the United States, with a valid state driver's license

Ability to work well both independently and as part of a team, be detail-oriented and organized, and follow oral and written directions

Ability to work with a flexible and changing schedule. Must be able to work some long days, weekends, and evenings

Good oral and written communication skills

Ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds independently, and up to 50 pounds with assistance

Must be able to begin internship on May 28th, 2026

Preferred

Preference to college students or recent graduates with coursework in environmental science, communications, outdoor education, biology, public relations or a related field

General knowledge of the St. Croix National Scenic Riverway is helpful

Excitement for the natural world and a demonstrated ability to share it with others