Conservation Internship Program

Ted Smith Conservation Internship Program

The objective of the Ted Smith Conservation Internship Program is to match highly qualified interns with host organizations, providing interns with practical job skills and an introduction to conservation in Alaska while also supporting the organization in meeting its conservation goals.

Internships are 12 weeks in length and will start toward the end of May/beginning of June. Final start and end dates are determined by the host organization.

Alaska Conservation Foundation seeks applications from highly motivated individuals interested in furthering their education in conservation, environmental justice or closely related fields, who are willing to make a long-term commitment to preserving and protecting the pristine environment and diverse cultures of Alaska.

• Applicants must currently be enrolled in an accredited college in the United States or abroad; a recent graduate of an accredited college in the United States or abroad or currently enrolled in a technical program.
• All students enrolled in an accredited college are eligible to apply, however, preference for internship placement is given to college juniors and seniors, recent college graduates and graduate students.
• International students are NOT eligible to apply unless you are currently enrolled at an academic institution in the United States and are eligible to work in the US.
• Alaska Conservation Foundation is an equal-opportunity organization.

Applications will be accepted January 5 - February 17, 2026, through an online application portal.