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The Murie Center P.O. Box 399 Moose, WY 83012 ph: 307-739-2246 fax: 307-739-0208 email us > |
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Murie Center Internships
Homesteaded in 1920, and originally operated as a dude ranch, the Murie Ranch was later the home of Olaus, Mardy, Adolph and Louise Murie. Now the property of Grand Teton National Park and a National Historic Landmark; the ranch is nestled between the Snake River and the Teton Mountain Range. This spectacular location allows for solitude in a wild setting. The sixteen historic cabins have been recently restored and provide housing for up to 28 residential guests, 2 residential interns, an on-site caretaker, and office space for the Murie Center’s permanent staff. Interns receive a stipend of $500/month, as well as a place to live during the internship. Housing is provided in one of the historic cabins on the Murie Ranch. All intern cabins are winterized and have electricity and plumbing. Living is relatively communal. Interns will have a private room and shared bath and kitchen facilities. The ranch is not currently serving daily meals; interns should plan on purchasing and cooking their own meals. Qualifications: We are looking for motivated applicants who love nature; have philosophical or artistic passions; are interested in learning about organizing programs and events; like working with people; enjoy physical labor; and will be happy living simply, taking initiative, and working with a small group of very committed people to create positive change in the world. To Apply: Send us your resume, your preferred dates of internship, and the names, phone numbers, and email addresses of four references (include at least two employment-related references). Send to: friend@muriecenter.org. Additionally, please include a letter that responds to the following questions: 1. How did you hear about the Murie Center and our Internship Program? 2. Why are you interested in applying for a Murie Center internship? 3. The Murie Center works bring people together to develop and implement innovative strategies for conserving wild places and wildlife. How would you describe your connection to the natural world and your interest in working on its behalf? 4. The Murie Center is interested in bringing a diversity of skills and interests to the ranch through the intern program. Describe your primary academic/professional focus and the skills you apply in your work. Do you see this work connecting to conservation? If so, how? If not, why not? Internship Dates & Deadlines: May 1-August 31, 2008 March 1, 2008 September 1-December 21, 2008 July 1, 2008 January 1-April 30, 2009 November 1, 2008 For More Information: Visit muriecenter.org or call 307.739.2246 or friend@muriecenter.org. Volunteer Opportunities The Murie Center is always looking for volunteers to assist us in our mission. Current volunteer needs exist in ranch conservation, Murie Center Archives, Graphic Design, Website Development, etc. Please call 307.739.2246 or friend@muriecenter.org if you’d like to get involved. Available Positions: Apply to be the interim Executive Director of The Murie Center. Programs & Events | Calendar | News | Donations Store | Jobs & Volunteering |