Resource Management interns must have completed basic undergraduate coursework for a degree in biology and have the interest and ability to work outdoors. All interns participate in a one-week orientation training class. A variety of other training is offered throughout the 12 week internship including, natural and cultural history of the Rockies, wildland firefighting, and resource monitoring. The park also offers an accredited seminar series, which the interns may be scheduled to host. Housing may be located several miles from the Monument and there is no public transportation.
Volunteers are responsible for their own transportation to work each day.
We strongly encourage interns to have their own vehicle. Depending on funding and duration of the position, a research stipend may be offered in lieu of the daily stipend and housing. Other arrangements may be negotiated with the internship supervisor. All interns must be available for the week-long training starting May 29 th . Paleontology and Resource Management interns may begin their term prior to this date.