{"id":20986,"date":"2026-05-08T18:47:47","date_gmt":"2026-05-08T18:47:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.monmouth.edu\/career-development\/job\/visitor-services-intern\/"},"modified":"2026-06-30T08:11:18","modified_gmt":"2026-06-30T12:11:18","slug":"visitor-services-intern","status":"publish","type":"ch_job","link":"https:\/\/www.monmouth.edu\/career-development\/job\/visitor-services-intern\/","title":{"rendered":"Visitor Services Intern"},"content":{"rendered":"

Position Title:<\/strong>\u00a0Visitor Services\u00a0Individual Placement\u00a0<\/p>\n

Conservation Legacy Program:<\/strong>\u00a0Conservation Corps New Mexico\u00a0<\/p>\n

Site Location<\/strong>\u00a0Las Vegas National Wildlife Refuge\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n

435 NM Highway 281 Mile Marker 4\u00a0<\/p>\n

Las Vegas, NM, 87701\u00a0<\/p>\n

Application Timeline:<\/strong>\u00a0First review of applications will take place by 5\/20\u00a0. Position open until filled; candidates can check\u00a0<\/strong>https:\/\/corpsnm.org\/ip-positions<\/u><\/strong><\/a>\u00a0to see if the position is still open.<\/strong>\u00a0<\/p>\n

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COVER LETTER AND RESUME REQUIRED FOR CONSIDERATION<\/strong>\u00a0<\/p>\n

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Dates of Employment:<\/strong>\u00a0<\/p>\n

Anticipated\u00a0Start Date:\u00a08\/3\/26\u00a0<\/p>\n

Anticipated\u00a0End Date:\u00a01\/29\/27\u00a0<\/p>\n

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Purpose:<\/strong>\u00a0<\/p>\n

Conservation Corps New Mexico\u00a0(CCNM),\u00a0a program of Conservation Legacy, provides individuals with internships and career opportunities to strengthen communities and preserve our natural resources. Participants serve with federal agencies, tribal governments, and nonprofits to provide institutional capacity, develop community relationships, and support ecosystem health.\u00a0In partnership with\u00a0the\u00a0Las Vegas National Wildlife Refuge, CCNM\u00a0will\u00a0support\u00a0a\u00a0Visitor Services Intern.\u00a0<\/p>\n

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National Wildlife Refuge\u00a0(NWR)\u00a0Visitor Services\u00a0manage\u00a0facilities and programs\u00a0for visitors to utilize\u00a0as they explore these\u00a0sites.\u00a0These services are prioritized in the Big 6: Hunting, Fishing, Wildlife Observation, Wildlife Photography, Interpretation, and Environmental Education.\u00a0Las Vegas NWR uses these guidelines to offer quality opportunities for visitors to learn and immerse themselves in wildlife around them.\u00a0<\/p>\n

This\u00a0Visitor Services\u00a0Intern\u00a0is\u00a0an hourly\u00a0position\u00a0that will\u00a0help Las Vegas NWR increase the quality and quantity of Big 6 functions\u00a0the refuge offers to the public. The addition of an intern will allow for more interpretive and\u00a0educational\u00a0visits to the refuge, improving the visitor experience.\u00a0It is also the hope\u00a0for the refuge to inspire the next generation of Visitor Services professionals.\u00a0<\/p>\n

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Description of Duties:<\/strong>\u00a0<\/p>\n

Pollinator Program\u00a0<\/p>\n

Support supervisor with lesson completion for visiting students.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Prepare supplies for\u00a0lessons.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Lead parts of the lesson under supervisor guidance.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Suggest improvements and ensure standards are met\u00a0during lessons.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Presentation at the Playas\u00a0<\/p>\n

Collaborate with supervisor to learn about community partners and how to arrange a talk.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Prepare for presentations.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Advertise\u00a0for\u00a0presentations.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Exhibit Design\u00a0<\/p>\n

Support\u00a0staff with\u00a0interpretive\u00a0and\u00a0interactive design focused on\u00a0wildlife.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Assist\u00a0staff\u00a0with installation of exhibit.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Assist staff with\u00a0developing operating procedures for maintenance, function and\u00a0upkeep of exhibit.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n

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Qualifications:<\/strong>\u00a0<\/p>\n

United States citizen, United States national, or a lawful permanent resident alien.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Agrees to provide information to establish eligibility and to complete a background check.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Must be at least 18 years of age.\u00a0<\/p>\n

High school diploma or GED.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Valid U.S Driver\u2019s License – Drivers must be over 21 or have had a license for at least 3 years.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Per federal grant requirements, this position is for young adults between the ages of 18-30 (35 for veterans) at the time the individual begins term of service.\u00a0<\/p>\n

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Preferred Qualifications:<\/strong>\u00a0<\/p>\n

Experience working with children.\u00a0<\/p>\n

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Physical Requirements:<\/strong>\u00a0<\/p>\n

To successfully perform essential functions, the individual is required to sit, stand, walk, speak, hear, etc. May be required to stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl for significant periods of time and be able to safely lift 25 pounds on a routine basis. He\/she must be able to operate office equipment, telephone, and computer and reach with hands and arms.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n

Ability to hike and navigate in rough terrain.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Reasonable\u00a0accommodation\u00a0may be made for qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n

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Participation and Expedition Behavior:<\/strong>\u00a0<\/p>\n

Work effectively as a member of a team despite potentially stressful and difficult conditions. This may require problem solving on an interpersonal or group level as well as a willingness to accept\u00a0differences.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Contribute to a safe learning environment, no harassment of others for any\u00a0reason.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Willingness and ability to complete all aspects of the program including conservation projects, education, training, and national\u00a0service.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Effectively communicate ideas and concerns as they arise directly to supervisors, colleagues, and organization\u00a0staff.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Appropriately represent\u00a0Conservation Corps New Mexico,\u00a0Fish and Wildlife Service\u00a0and AmeriCorps<\/strong>\u00a0to the public and partners at all\u00a0times.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Flexibility, adaptability, and capacity to work in a fluid, changing work\u00a0environment.\u00a0<\/p>\n

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Safety and Judgment:\u00a0<\/strong>\u00a0<\/p>\n

Effectively communicate danger to others in the form of either a warning of danger others may be encountering or a notification of personal distress, injury or need for assistance. Must be able to do so at a distance of up to 50 meters and in conditions with limited visibility or loud background noise such as darkness or high\u00a0winds.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Effectively perceive and understand significant and apparent hazards and follow direction by others so that you will be able to successfully execute techniques to manage hazards. These directions may be given before the hazard is encountered or may need to be given during the exposure to the hazard. Ability to respond appropriately to stress or\u00a0crises.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Stay alert and focused for several hours at a time while traveling and working in varied weather conditions.\u00a0<\/p>\n

If taking prescription medications, participants must be able to maintain proper dosage by self- medicating without assistance from\u00a0others.\u00a0<\/p>\n

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Substance Free:<\/strong>\u00a0<\/p>\n

In accordance with a drug free workplace, alcohol and drugs are prohibited while participating in AmeriCorps and program activities and while on organization property.\u00a0<\/p>\n

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Background Check:<\/strong>\u00a0<\/p>\n

A DOI background clearance must be completed before the selected candidate may report for service. The\u00a0FWS\u00a0will provide instructions for completion of the clearance after a candidate has been selected and will notify them when they have been cleared to start service.\u00a0This process will determine the participant\u2019s exact start date.<\/strong>\u00a0<\/p>\n

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Participants will have access to government facilities and systems, and will be supplied with access to government vehicles, equipment, and materials needed to work on the projects and activities as outlined above. Participants must adhere to all government regulations and policies for operating equipment, vehicles, security awareness, and safety.\u00a0<\/p>\n

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Our Commitment:<\/strong>\u00a0<\/p>\n

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Conservation Legacy is committed to the full consideration of all qualified individuals and will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations to perform essential job functions. Physical requirements may include periodic overnight travel, non-traditional work hours, ability to move across varied terrain, use program-specific tools and a range of technology on an infrequent or frequent basis. Exerting up to 25 pounds of force occasionally to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects. The ability to safely drive an organizational vehicle may also be required for some positions. If you need assistance and\/or reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to the hiring manager.\u00a0<\/i>\u00a0 \u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n

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Time requirements:<\/strong>\u00a0<\/p>\n

This position is\u00a0part-time and is\u00a0expected to\u00a0work 20\u00a0hours each week, but exact schedule may vary\u00a0<\/p>\n

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Orientation\u00a0and\u00a0Training:<\/strong>\u00a0<\/p>\n

Participant will receive an orientation from CCNM\u00a0that includes policies and procedures\u00a0<\/p>\n

Education techniques\u00a0<\/p>\n

Public speaking techniques\u00a0<\/p>\n

Lesson\u00a0and event\u00a0planning\u00a0<\/p>\n

Advertising techniques\u00a0<\/p>\n

Interpretive design relevant to project\u00a0<\/p>\n

Understanding accessibility\u00a0in\u00a0exhibit design\u00a0<\/p>\n

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Additional Position and Community Information<\/strong>\u00a0<\/p>\n

Las Vegas National Wildlife Refuge sits just outside of Las Vegas, NM and is at a maximum commute of 20 minutes from the refuge. The housing offered to interns sits at Rio Mora National Wildlife Refuge, about\u00a035 minutes north of Las Vegas NM. The housing is within a valley that can make travelling\u00a0difficult during heavy snow and can be isolating due to its rural location.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n

Personal vehicles are encouraged but not required. If a personal vehicle is not available, interns will have to abide by Government Policy while operating a Government Vehicle.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n

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\u00a0Benefits:\u00a0<\/strong>\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n

Hourly\u00a0Wage: $16\u00a0<\/p>\n

Free housing available onsite; more information will be given during the interview process\u00a0<\/p>\n

Apply on-line<\/strong>\u00a0at\u00a0https:\/\/corpsnm.org\/ip-positions. In addition to your resume, please submit a one-page cover letter highlighting why you are interested in this position and how your background and experience will help you succeed in this position.\u00a0<\/p>\n

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Supervisor Name and Contact Information:<\/strong>\u00a0<\/p>\n

Program Contact information:\u00a0SamJean Simmons, ssimmons@conservationlegacy.org\u00a0<\/p>\n

Service Site Contact information:\u00a0anna_blades@fws.gov\u00a0<\/p>\n

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Conservation Legacy is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.<\/i>\u00a0 \u00a0<\/p>\n

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We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. If you need assistance and\/or reasonable accommodations due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to the hiring manager.<\/i>\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n

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