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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.
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.
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.
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.
Aquatic Native Species Intern (PDF)
Location(s): Billings
Beaverhead and Ruby Watersheds Intern (PDF)
Location(s): Dillon, Beaverhead, Red Rock, and Ruby River Drainages
Fish Culture Technician Intern (PDF)
Location(s): Jock River Trout Hatchery, Arlee
Kalispell Fisheries Intern (PDF)
Location(s): Kalispell based
Mountain Lakes and Region 5 Fisheries Intern (PDF)
Location(s): Billings, Absaroka-Beartooth Wilderness
Native Fish Species Intern (PDF)
Location(s): Dillon
Rock Creek Intern (PDF)
Location(s): Missoula
Warm and Cool Water Hatchery Intern (PDF)
Location(s): Miles City Hatchery
Yellowstone River Trout Hatchery Intern (PDF)
Location(s): Yellowstone River Trout Hatchery, Big Timber
Giant Springs Intern (PDF)
Location(s): Giant Springs State Park, Great Falls
Lone Pine State Park Intern (PDF)
Location(s): Lone Pine State Park, Kalispell
Outdoor Recreation Intern (PDF)
Location(s): Great Falls
Paleontology Intern (PDF)
Location(s): Makoshika State Park, Glendive
Parks and Recreation Intern (PDF)
Location(s): Bozeman
Region 3 Access Program Intern (PDF)
Location(s): Bozeman
Region 5 Operations Assistant (PDF)
Location(s): Pictograph Cave State Park; Cooney State Park, Lake Elmo State Park, Chief Plenty Coups State Park, Billings
River Recreation Outreach Coordinator (PDF)
Location(s): Missoula
Loon Ranger Intern (PDF)
Location(s): Missoula
Region 8 Wildlife Intern (PDF)
Location(s): Will vary, Helena based
Wildlife Habitat Plan Technician (PDF)
Location(s): Dillon