JOB TITLE: Wilderness Risk Management Conference (WRMC) Internship

REPORTS TO: Wilderness Risk Management Conference (WRMC) Manager

INTERNSHIP DATES: Late May—Late November (approximate)

JOB OBJECTIVE:

The Wilderness Risk Management Conference (WRMC) is a professional conference that brings together over 300 outdoor industry professionals to discuss managing and mitigating risk. Job responsibilities primarily focus on planning and executing the three-day conference, which will be held in Grand Teton National Park, in late September, early October. This internship allows for a variety of event planning projects involving independent work, collaboration among a small team, and interaction with leaders at NOLS, Outward Bound, and the Student Conservation Association.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Displays motivation, initiative, and a commitment to details
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and willingness to learn new systems
• Commitment to excellent customer service
• Comfortable initiating professional communication via email, phone, and in-person
• Ability to infuse energy and creativity into special projects

FUNDS AND/OR PROPERTY:

Receives and processes WRMC fees and tuitions, manages Conference signage and property, oversees and administers registration information systems.

COMPENSATION:

This six-month internship includes a $125.00 per week stipend, equipment rentals, optional college credit, the possibility to attend a NOLS/LNT Seminar, and free WRMC attendance.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

85% Assist with the logistical support for the Wilderness Risk Management Conference; to include registration, exhibitor recruiting, attendee communication, on-site details, and post-Conference wrap-up.

15% Assist in logistical organization and follow through of NOLS Professional Training custom courses, Leave No Trace courses, and Risk Management Trainings

CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECK: Required from all NOLS employees.

NOLS PARTICIPATES IN E-VERIFY.

WORK LOCATION: NOLS International Headquarters, Lander, WY 82520

HOW TO APPLY: Send cover letter and résumé to:

Gabi Kilko-Jackson, WRMC Manager, NOLS Professional Training

307-335-2222 / gabi_kilko-jackson@nols.edu

CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: March 17