Employment Opportunities

• Part-Time | September–May (with potential summer extension)
• Hybrid | Appleton, WI

Position Summary

The Watershed Cleanup Intern will lead coordination of Fox-Wolf’s annual Watershed Cleanup, one of the region’s largest volunteer-driven environmental events. This position offers a unique, hands-on opportunity to manage a large-scale project from planning through execution, making it an ideal capstone or practicum experience.

The intern will oversee all aspects of the cleanup with support from Fox-Wolf staff, gaining real world experience in project management, communications, volunteer coordination, and environmental stewardship.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate all logistics for the annual Watershed Cleanup

• Recruit and communicate with site leaders, volunteers, and partners

• Develop and implement marketing and outreach strategies to grow participation

• Manage event registration, data tracking, and reporting

• Coordinate event materials, supplies, and site logistics

• Support sponsorship outreach and partnership development

• Assist with event-day coordination and post-event wrap-up, including reporting results and impact metrics

• Collaborate with Fox-Wolf staff on communications, outreach, and program alignment

Qualifications

• Current student pursuing a degree at a technical college, 4-year university, or graduate program

• Interest in management, environmental science, communications, marketing, or related field

• Strong organizational and time management skills

• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities

• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines

• Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and comfortable working both independently and as part of a team

• Passion for environmental conservation and community engagement

What You’ll Gain

• Hands-on experience leading a large-scale, real-world project

• Skills in project management, marketing, volunteer coordination, and event planning

• Experience working in a mission-driven nonprofit environment

• Professional mentorship and networking opportunities

• A meaningful project that can serve as a capstone or portfolio piece

Schedule & Compensation

• Part-time during the academic year (10-20 hours/week September–May)

• Potential for summer extension to create a full-year internship

• Flexible schedule to accommodate academic commitments

• Compensation: $17-$20 hour

How to Apply:

Submit your resume and a brief cover letter to jessica@fwwa.org