Join the International Wolf Center as a Summer Wolf Educator Intern! Over 3 months, you will make small interpersonal connections with visitors, give large presentations, work with groups including schools, senior centers, scout troops, and more. You will become fluent in discussing wolf behavior using ethogram terminology and observing our ambassador wolves every day. This internship will prepare you to translate science to the average person and encourage them to continue learning everyday.

Summary

Wolf Educator Internship

Position: Wolf Educator Intern-Summer term

Location: International Wolf Center, Ely, Minnesota

Duration: May 24, 2027 - August 22, 2027 (dates may be flexible to accommodate academic calendars and programming needs)

Hours: 40+ hours per week including work on evenings, weekends, and holidays Stipend: $1,100 per month (off-site housing is included)

Responsibilities:

• Conduct wolf education and natural history programs for the public and groups • Answer wolf and natural history questions from visitors

• Teach large and small groups as well as lead occasional interpretive hikes and field trips

• Respond to wolf information inquiries by phone and e-mail

• Create projects for the education department as assigned

• Other duties as assigned

• Please note: Due the nature of our socialized pack, interns do not have direct contact with ambassador wolves

Benefits:

• Naturalist, environmental education, and wolf behavior training opportunities

• Discounts on International Wolf Center merchandise

• Free year of membership to the International Wolf Center following your internship

Qualifications:

• BS/BA, associate degree, or coursework in environmental education or related field

• Enrollment in a college or university or recent graduation

• Teaching experience / experience working with the public

• English fluency and effective communication skills in working with people of all ages

• High level of self-motivation and enthusiasm

• CPR and First Aid Certifications

• Authorization to work in the United States required

Application Procedure: Application materials may be downloaded from our web site at www.wolf.org/about us/internships/. You can also request application materials by writing: Internships, International Wolf Center, 1396 Highway 169, Ely, MN 55731-8129 or by calling (218) 504-5174.

Closing Date: January 15, 2027 or until filled

Compensation Information

Stipend: $1,100 per month (off-site housing is included)