Wolf Educator Intern – Year-long term

Organization

International Wolf Center

Job Posted

November 4, 2026

Job status

Open

Job Category

Job Type

Job Duration

Job Compensation Type

Remote

No

Website

https://wolf.org/about-us/internships/

Contact Name

Virginia Wightman

Contact Email

virginia@wolf.org

Deadline to Apply

Location

Ely, MN
United States
Join the International Wolf Center as a Year-long Wolf Educator Intern! Over 12 months, you will make connections with visitors, give large presentations, work with groups of all ages. You will become fluent in discussing wolf behavior using ethogram terminology and observing our ambassador wolves every day. You will pursue independent projects and curriculum development. 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 – Year-long term 

Location: International Wolf Center, Ely, Minnesota 

Duration: August 2, 2027 – August 27, 2028 (dates may be somewhat flexible to accommodate academic calendars and programming needs) 

Hours: 40+ hours per week including work on evenings, weekends, and holidays 

Stipend: $2,200 per month (does not include housing) 

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 interpretive hikes and field trips 
• Assist in program development for people of all ages 
• Research and develop new educational presentation 
• 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 to 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 the internship 

Qualifications: 
• BS/ BA or three years’ coursework in environmental education or related field 
• Teaching experience / experience working with the public 
• English language fluency and effective communications skills in working with people of all ages 
• High level of self-motivation and enthusiasm 
• CPR and First Aid Certifications required and valid driver’s license required 
• 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. For inquiries, please email mwitt@wolf.org or call (218) 504-5174.  
 

Closing Date:  March 22, 2027 or until filled

Compensation Information

$2,200 per month (does not include housing)