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An internship is a short-term work experience in which a college student applies what they have learned in college to the world of work. This learning experience usually involves applying for a position that relates to their major/minor. The student usually receives academic credit and a grade through their curriculum department.
Eligibility
The Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks Internship Program is open to any student currently enrolled in an accredited university/college. This includes all public, private, community, vo-tech and Native American institutions of higher learning.
Pay
Many college students, especially biology and park/recreation majors, are required to complete an internship prior to graduation. Fish, Wildlife & Parks has opportunities available in these and many other fields, but the positions vary each year. Most are paid positions, but some are volunteer only. A few locations offer housing, but most interns must secure their own housing and transportation to work site.
Dates
Internships can be done all year around, however, the majority take place during the months of May-September. The length varies depending on the project that needs to be completed and the timeframe required to get it done. Positions are located statewide.
Additional internship opportunities coming January 2025.
Region 3 Administrative Intern (PDF)
Location(s): Bozeman
Fisheries Intern (PDF)
Location(s): Kalispell
Fish Culture Technician Intern (PDF)
Location(s): Jocko River Trout Hatchery, Arlee
Yellowstone Cutthroat Trout / Native Fish Intern (PDF)
Location(s): Billings
Beaverhead and Ruby Fisheries Summer Intern (PDF)
Location(s): Dillon
Washoe Park/Big Hole River Summer Intern (PDF)
Location(s): Anaconda, Butte, Big Hole River Drainage
Native Fisheries Conservation Summer Intern (PDF)
Location(s): Dillon
Mountain Lakes and Region 5 Fisheries Summer Intern (PDF)
Location(s): Billings/Absaroke-Beartooth Wilderness
GIS Analyst Intern (PDF)
Location(s): Helena
Outdoor Recreation Intern (PDF)
Location(s): Great Falls
Giant Springs State Park Intern (PDF)
Location(s): Giant Springs State Park
River-Recreation Ranger Intern (PDF)
Location(s): Smith River & Sluice Boxes State Parks
Interpretive Cave Intern (PDF)
Location(s): Lewis and Clark Caverns State Park
Lone Pine State Park Intern (PDF)
Location(s): Lone Pine State Park
River Recreation Outreach Coordinator (PDF)
Location(s): Missoula
Accessible Recreation Intern (PDF)
Location(s): Helena preferred
Paleontology Intern (PDF)
Location(s): Makoshika State Park