Wolf Educator Intern-Summer term

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 10, 2026 or until filled