SEACC provides paid internships throughout the year, including summer internships for college students, graduates and other volunteers.  Those participating in this highly competitive internship program are provided with a unique opportunity to:

• Learn first hand about Alaska's diverse cultures and magnificent natural environment – especially the Tongass National Forest;
• Help protect Southeast Alaska's pristine environment and develop sustainable jobs projects by working with the premier conservation group in Southeast Alaska;
• Gain important and practical job skills in the conservation field while also helping SEACC meet its conservation program goals;
• Obtain college credit if approved by an accredited University;
• Meet and network with Alaska conservationists, agency personnel, local Alaskans, and other interns;
• Learn how non-profits function and how to work with non-profit boards;
• Become mentors and sources of information for others interested in Alaska conservation issues; and
• Contribute to protection of Alaska's resources and environment by completing projects that address important Alaska conservation needs.

Grassroots Organizing Internship

Our grassroots program focuses on a variety of projects depending on the intern's experience and interest. Projects may include preparation of educational materials to ensure informed public involvement in environmental policy and land use decisions, analysis of economic data, research, contacting interested community members, discussing legal and organizing strategies with staff members, and more.  The intern will work closely with our Grassroots Organizers in assisting them with current projects.  An opportunity to travel in Southeast Alaska with one of SEACC’s organizers may occur.
Qualifications: Must combine strong analytical and communication skills with a strong desire to work with a variety of interests to protect the Tongass.

Legal Internship

Our grassroots legal program is designed to provide local communities and various forest users with legal assistance on forest/public lands issues, including timber sales, mining plans, transportation proposals, water/air quality permits, coastal zone management, and land exchanges.  The intern will work closely with our Staff Attorney in assisting them with current projects.
Qualifications: Law students who have completed at least their second year of law school are qualified for our legal intern program. Students who have studied or worked with administrative and natural resource law, and/or environmental regulations, are preferred. Strong writing and communication skills are required.

Internship Terms

Internships typically begin in the summer, fall and winter, and last a minimum of 10 weeks. There is no maximum internship duration. Externships / internships during the school year are welcomed. Intern salaries vary by year and SEACC will assist interns in finding free or inexpensive housing in Juneau.  SEACC will pay for roundtrip travel to Juneau.

Application Process

If interested, send cover letter, resume, names of a few references and brief writing sample (1-3 pages) to SEACC anytime throughout the year. Email applications may be sent to emily@seacc.org. We generally fill internship positions two months in advance of the start of an internship, however, start dates may vary considerably from year to year.