Visitor Services Volunteer/Internship Opportunity

Visitor Services

Volunteer/Internship Opportunity

March 30, 2025 – June 28, 2025

May 25, 2025 – August 23, 2025

August 24, 2025 – November 22, 2025

Summary:  Join the visitor services team at Ottawa National Wildlife Refuge and represent the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service during this unique internship opportunity. Gain experience facilitating curriculum based environmental education programs for K-12 students.  Hone your skills conducting interpretive programs for a variety of public audiences.  Enjoy conversations with the myriad of visitors you’ll meet while operating the visitor center. Adapt programs to a virtual setting and develop new programs. Build your resume and get a competitive edge as you begin a career. 

Interns may work varied hours in adverse conditions.  Applicants must be in good physical condition and possess a valid driver's license. Familiarity with interpretive techniques, public speaking, and computer skills is helpful. 

40 hours per week; housing may be available; $500/week stipend

For more information, or to apply, submit cover letter, resume, and references to:

Rebecca Lewis

Visitor Services Specialist

14000 West State Route 2

Oak Harbor, OH 43449

419-898-0014 ext 17

Rebecca_lewis@fws.gov