Youth Hunter Outreach & Education Intern (6-Month)

THIS IS A TEMPORARY POSITION (6 MONTHS OR LESS) - PAYING $19.50 - $20.50 PER HOUR, D.O.E. EMPLOYMENT STARTS July 2026 THROUGH December 2026. Potential to extend up to March 31, 2027. To apply, please submit only your application, please INCLUDE attachments such as resumes and cover letters. This announcement will close 06/08/2026. You are encouraged to apply early. The mission of the Colorado Department of Natural Resources is to develop, preserve, and enhance the state's natural resources for the benefit and enjoyment of current and future citizens and visitors. In an effort to build diversity and inclusion, we welcome applications from people of diverse backgrounds and abilities.

COLORADO PARKS AND WILDLIFE (CPW)

Our Mission is to perpetuate the wildlife resources of the state, to provide a quality state parks system, and to provide enjoyable and sustainable outdoor recreation opportunities that educate and inspire current and future generations to serve as active stewards of Colorado's natural resources. Colorado Parks and Wildlife. ABOUT THE YOUTH INTERNSHIP PROGRAM (YIP) CPW’s Youth Internship Program (YIP) employs and develops the next generation of Natural Resource Professionals and recruits new, diverse talent into the CPW workforce. We accept people of all ages who are in the early stages of their career path or career transition. A Focus on Career Exploration YIP is unique in that it’s not just a job… It is designed for career exploration, mentorship, and skills development. While you’ll have some primary job responsibilities, we want you to go out and explore! Depending on your interests this might include shadowing biologists, going on ride-along with Park Rangers and Wildlife Officers, visiting fish hatcheries, helping at education and outreach events, assisting with trail or restoration projects, and more. This is a great opportunity for someone who knows they are interested in a Natural Resources career but want to learn more about different options.

DESCRIPTION OF JOB:

This position will support the Statewide Hunter Outreach and Hunter Education programs through preparing and maintaining equipment, gear, and supplies for classes, seminars, clinics, and mentored hunts; providing administrative assistance as needed by computer or phone, and depending on the intern’s skills and abilities, teach hunting related topics in Hunter outreach and Hunter Education programs. Hunter Outreach Program: Prepare, maintain, and fix various equipment and gear to support seminars, clinics, shooting clinics, and mentored hunts. The program utilizes a work truck and several trailers. Gear and equipment are stored in various containers and rooms. Equipment includes trailers, tents, processing supplies, camping equipment, hunting equipment, firearms, and bows. Provide administrative support to the program by computer and phone. This support will include monitoring the hunter outreach email, an event registration program, an Instagram site, and reaching out by phone as needed. Support educational outreach programs as needed and based on hunting experience. Hunter Education Program: Prepare and maintain supplies and equipment used in Hunter Education classes. This will include fulfilling order requests for staff and volunteer teaching supplies. Provide administrative support on a rotating basis to monitor the Hunter Education phone line andemail. Support Hunter Education classes, instructor training, and instructor workshops based on hunting experience. BASIC REQUIREMENTS: Good attention to detail Outstanding organizational skills Excellent written communication skills Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and Google Applications. Self-motivated and able to balance multiple responsibilities while working independently Willingness to engage with people with diverse racial, ethnic, gender identity, ability, political, cultural, and socioeconomic backgrounds. Passion for natural resources, conservation, the environment, equity in the outdoors, and/or similar areas. Ability to work with limited supervision and work well within a team. Able to lift at least ~50 pounds. Interest in outdoor recreation and/or natural resources preferred but not required. The State of Colorado strives to create a Colorado for All by building and maintaining workplaces that value and respect all Coloradans through a commitment to equal opportunity and hiring based on merit and fitness. The State is resolute in non-discriminatory practices in everything we do, including hiring, employment, and advancement opportunities. The State of Colorado believes that equity, diversity, and inclusion drive our success, and we encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply. The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. Therefore, in all aspects of the employment process, we provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, medical condition related to pregnancy, creed, ancestry, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or military status (with preference given to military veterans), or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law. The Department of Natural Resources is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or to perform essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to our ADAAA Coordinator, at View email address on click.appcast.io ADAAA Accommodations Any person with a disability as defined by the ADA Amendments Act of 2008 (ADAAA) may be provided a reasonable accommodation upon request to enable the person to complete an employment assessment. To request an accommodation, please contact View email address on click.appcast.io at least five business days before the date that any accommodation will be required to allow us to evaluate your request and prepare for the accommodation. You may be asked to provide additional information, including medical documentation, regarding functional limitations and type of accommodation needed. Please ensure that you have this information available well in advance of the assessment date. E-Verify employer: The Department of Natural Resources participates in E-Verify in accordance with the program's Right to Work for all newly-hired employees. Employees are queried through the electronic system established by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and the Social Security Administration (SSA) to verify identity and employment eligibility. 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