Science Communication and Marketing Intern

TITLE: Science Communication & Marketing Intern

STATUS: Seasonal, temporary, full-time April 1 – September 30, 2026. Start and end dates may be somewhat flexible. 

SCOPE OF WORK: The Alaska Songbird Institute (ASI) is a nonprofit organization located in Fairbanks, Alaska. Our mission is to conserve Alaska’s boreal birds through ecological education and research. This position is an integral part of a team including biologists, educators, students, and volunteers working on ASI’s long-term, community-based avian research projects. This position is tasked with developing innovative and creative ways to share ASI’s work effectively with a broad and diverse audience. This includes facilitating public programs and special events, leading tours to ASI field projects, preparing social media posts, web and email updates, and generating new direct marketing strategies.   

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES: This position includes direct programming, digital storytelling, strategic communications, and multi-media digital content production. Responsibilities are expected to break down as follows: direct public programming (45%); marketing, advertising, and outreach (45%); field project support (10%) 

QUALIFICATIONS: Candidates should possess interest, education, and/or training in ecology, science communication, and conservation. Significant knowledge of birds and birdwatching is strongly preferred. Proficiency with digital communications tools including social media platforms is required. Experience with graphic design, digital storytelling, and/or photography is a plus. Experience and/or education in strategic communications or marketing preferred. Candidates familiar with Wordpress preferred. 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Interns must be able to access all mist nets and nest boxes and travel with groups of children and adults throughout ASI study areas. This may include walking through waist deep water and vegetation, carrying a backpack with gear (~25lbs), stepping over logs and fences, crossing uneven terrain, riding a bicycle, and carrying heavy objects. Work may occur in high levels of insect activity and inclement weather conditions.

HOURS: Variable, not to exceed 40 hours/week from April 1 - September 30, 2026. Requires a flexible schedule and some weekend days.

STATUS & COMPENSATION: This is a seasonal, volunteer, educational position. A living stipend of $1,250 per month is provided. Stipends are taxable and paid in monthly installments. A bike may be available for use upon request. Housing is not provided.

TO APPLY: Please submit a cover letter, résumé, and three references with complete contact information as a single document to Tricia Blake at: director@aksongbird.org. Please use your cover letter to address the experience, skills, and attributes that make you a great fit for our organization and this position. Applications will be reviewed as received, and this position will be filled as soon as the right person is found. We recommend applying promptly. We welcome any questions you may have about ASI, our amazing Fairbanks community, and the position. Please direct them to the email address above.