Summer Environmental Internship

About Our Camp

Nature Forward (formerly Audubon Naturalist Society) seeks highly motivated and creative individuals for the 2025 Camp Woodend season. This summer, Camp Woodend will offer day programs for children ages 5–17, with a focus on ages 5–10. Camp is based at our 40–acre nature sanctuary in Chevy Chase, MD. Nature Forward provides a dynamic work environment with friendly, creative, and knowledgeable staff. Take a look at our camp website at https://natureforward.org/program/summer-camps/ to see what we are all about. 

General Schedule and Position Descriptions

Interns assist teachers/naturalists with lessons, games, and hikes and, through a gradual schedule, will plan and lead lessons on their own by the end of the summer. This is a 10-week, full-time summer internship starting on June 9 and ending on August 15. Nine positions are available. We provide a $540 stipend per week. NO ON-SITE HOUSING.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Experience working with children.
• Basic knowledge of natural history/biology.
• Must enjoy working outside.
• CPR/First Aid/AED certification (provided by Nature Forward).

Preferred Qualifications

• Undergraduate or graduate student in a related field of study.
• Past camp experience.

How to Apply

E-mail cover letter and resume (with references) to Brenna Houck, Youth Programs Director at brenna.houck@natureforward.org in a single email using the subject line “Internship Application – [Full Name]”.

Interviews and the hiring process will begin as resumes are received and will continue until the positions are filled. For questions, email brenna.houck@natureforward.org.

Employment is contingent upon a successful FBI and state background check. Nature Forward is an equal-opportunity employer.