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Accepting Content Creator & Event/Fundraiser
​Summer Internships Applications!

​ Summer internships have a minimum requirement of 10 hours per week that will be completed within a flexible schedule determined prior to beginning the internship. Some work, following training, can be done remotely at the discretion of the team leader.  Interns are required to commit to a 4-5 month internship period. 

No two days in wildlife rehabilitation are the same. Interns must be flexible, dedicated, dependable, and comfortable working within a team setting with fellow interns and volunteers, and with the public. Interns will carry out a weekly set schedule that they are accountable for during the entirety of their internship. 

Content Creator Interns (10 hours/week) will help in all aspects of managing our social media platforms and help create awe-inspiring content for our viewers, from wildlife at our facility to rescue and releases of the wildlife. This will including taking pictures & videos of patients, the day to day operations, and volunteers. Interns will also attend and document our events and work on photo and video production editing. Interns will work closely with the Animal Care Team and the Development Staff to develop content.
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Qualification:
  • Comfortable with Google suites.
  • Must have a newer cell phone with a good camera or a digital camera willing to use to capture content
  • Passionate about the field of communications/media
  • Experience with social media platforms
  • Detail oriented and strong organizational skills
  • Experience with photography and/or videography is preferred
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Works well within a team - team includes staff, volunteers and other interns.
  • Positive attitude
  • Interest in learning new things and follows directions well
  • Reliable transportation
Event/Fundraising Interns (10 hours/week) will help to design promotional material and items for fundraising and organize and promote events. They will also assist with fundraising campaigns, and creating articles for E-News and social media.
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Qualification:
  • Passionate about the field of communications and philanthropy
  • Detail oriented and strong organizational skills
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Experience with writing or journalism is preferred
  • Works well within a team - team includes staff, volunteers and other interns.
  • Positive attitude
  • Interest in learning new things and follows directions well
  • Reliable transportation
Apply Now !

For questions about internships, please email our Volunteer Program Coordinator, at volunteer@appalachianwild.org 

For other ways to get involved, check out our volunteer opportunities!

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Appalachian Wildlife Refuge
828-633-6364
P.O. Box 824, Candler, NC 28715
​EIN: 47-2214085