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AMERICAN HIKING JOB OPPORTUNITIES

There are currently no positions available.

AMERICAN HIKING INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

American Hiking Society provides an exciting and creative, yet relaxed non-profit atmosphere. Currently, there are different areas of specialization prospective interns may choose from: Policy, Trail Programs, and Grassroots Organizing; however, there may be significant overlap between areas depending on the intern's skills and interests as well as departmental needs. Those interested in other areas of focus are always welcome to apply. Candidates must possess excellent written and verbal communication skills, strong research and organizational skills, and demonstrated interest in conservation and/or outdoor recreation.

Maryland Office, Silver Spring

POLICY
Activities include attending meetings/hearings on Capitol Hill and with federal agency staff; tracking and analyzing legislation and policies related to recreation and conservation; and outreach to member organizations. Applications are accepted year-round. The primary responsibility for the winter/spring 2007 internship will be helping to organize and coordinate American Hiking’s Hike-the-Hill: Trails Advocacy Week.

TRAIL PROGRAMS
Activities include research, writing, and outreach related to programs such as National Trails Day, Volunteer Vacations and membership; communicating with event hosts; drafting promotional materials; outreach to outdoor retailers and outing clubs; and assisting with special events. Applications are accepted year-round. The primary responsibility for spring and summer 2006 is assisting with National Trails Day coordination and outreach. The fall 2006 internship will focus on Volunteer Vacations coordination and promotion.

GENERAL INFORMATION
Interns work out of American Hiking Society's office in Silver Spring, MD, one block outside of Washington, DC. Interns will receive a stipend ($500/mo F/T) and can work full-time or part-time, with flexible scheduling.

Internships run approximately during the following months with the start & end dates negotiable:

To apply, send a cover letter, resume and writing sample via email; fax: 301-565-6714; or mail to: American Hiking Society Internships, 1422 Fenwick Lane, Silver Spring MD 20910.

Tennessee Office, Chattanooga

GRASSROOTS ORGANIZING
Activities include research, writing, and outreach related to the Southern Appalachians Initiative, which is a joint project of American Hiking Society and the National Park Service’s Rivers, Trails and Conservation Assistance (RTCA) program. This will involve interacting with member groups of the Southeastern Foot Trails Coalition. Candidates should have excellent communication and organizational skills, as well as familiarity with Microsoft Office tools (including PowerPoint). The primary responsibility for the Fall ’06 and Spring ‘07 internship will be helping to organize and promote the 4th Southeastern Foot Trails Conference planned for May 3-6, 2007 in Montreat, NC. The position could also potentially involve one week of trail construction in Tennessee.

GENERAL INFORMATION
Interns work out of American Hiking Society's office in Chattanooga, Tennessee. This office is a National Park Service’s RTCA Field Office. Interns will have an opportunity to interact with NPS employees, and participate in NPS project work on an as-needed basis. Interns will receive a $500 stipend, and travel expenses, and are required to work at least 320 hours total, full-time or part-time, with flexible scheduling.

Applications are accepted year-round. Internships run approximately during the following months (start & end dates negotiable) with the application deadlines in bold:

• Fall '06: late August to mid December
• Spring '07: January through Mid-May

• Fall '06: July 31, 2006
• Spring '07: December 1, 2006

To apply, send a cover letter, resume and writing sample via email to: jhunter@americanhiking.org; fax: 423-266-2558; or mail to: American Hiking Society Internships, 175 Hamm Road, Suite C, Chattanooga, TN 37405.

Also, check out our internship flier (PDF 48kb).

ALLIANCE OF HIKING ORGANIZATIONS JOB POSTINGS

There are currently no positions available.

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