Intern

Telluride Academy Interns play a vital role in the success of our summer programs. Interns may participate in our annual staff training in June with our entire Field Staff. Interns will then spend the summer season working in a variety of different arenas that make up the Academy's day to day operations. These are, but are not limited to:

1. Assisting our Field Instructors on daily and overnight adventures in such activities as hiking, rock climbing, paddleboarding, field experiments, art projects and overnight campouts.

2. Coordinating parent drop-off/pick-up, student check-in and camp store.

3. Office administration duties such as on-line registrations, answering phone calls, data entry and uploading program photos.

4. Gear administration and repair, vehicle logs, patrolling parent parking during student drop off and pickup and handling program shuttles.

5. Working with the administrative team to plan and implement summer fundraising events and parties. The Telluride Academy provides a fun, casual, creative and engaging work environment.

Our staff are expected to be professional and outgoing communicators that can be proactive in general problem solving and work well in a team. Interns should be comfortable working with a variety of aged youth in numerous non-traditional environments as well as familiar with general computer programs. Interested applicants must be  18 yrs or older and are mature self-starters that display initiative and drive and have an appreciation for creating fun and positive experiences for others. *Must be 18 years old

About Telluride Academy

Telluride Academy, based in the heart of the rugged San Juan Mountains, is one of the largest and most unique outdoor youth organizations in Colorado. Telluride Academy, a 344-year-old non-profit organization, welcomes over 700 students each summer who participate in more than 100 diverse programs. Telluride Academy offers programs that introduce children to the beauty of the natural world.  Through exploration and play, we strive to inspire imaginations and instill an awareness and appreciation for the outdoors.  Our curriculum encompasses specialized activities that focus on adventure education, art, ecology, science, mountain sports, performing arts, and regional and international travel.

Qualifications
Organized, dependable and professional
Knowledge and enthusiasm for outdoor/experiential education
Ability to be present and "cell phone" free while at work
Must be at least 18 years of age

​We Offer
Rewarding, well-rounded experience working both in the field and in the office
Beautiful mountain town setting
Staff events and pro deals