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Individual Placement-Alaska- Summer Kennels Placement

CompanyStudent Conservation Association
LocationUnited States
Work ModeOn Site
PostedJanuary 19, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
The intern will assist in the care of Alaskan Husky sled dogs, including feeding, grooming, and training. They will also interact with visitors and assist with sled dog demonstrations.
Internship Type
temporary
Company Size
817
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
40 hours
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About The Company
The Student Conservation Association (SCA) is the largest provider of hands-on environmental conservation programs for youth and adults. Our program participants protect and restore national parks, marine sanctuaries, cultural landmarks and community green spaces at various locations across the country. After working with the SCA, our members emerge with increased environmental awareness, social responsibility and leadership skills. As America’s most effective youth conservation service organization, the SCA transforms lives by empowering young people of all backgrounds to plan, act, and lead while they protect and restore our natural and cultural resources. Founded in 1957, the SCA is dedicated to building the next generation of conservation leaders while inspiring lifelong protection of the environment and our communities. SCA's mission is to build the next generation of conservation leaders and inspire lifelong stewardship of our environment and communities by engaging young people in hands-on service to the land.
About the Role

Position Summary 

This position is based in Denali National Park near Healy, AK. The incoming intern will assist in the care of 30 Alaskan Husky sled dogs alongside National Park Service staff.


Location

Denali National Park, AK


Schedule 

April 19, 2026 - September 19, 2026


Key Duties and Responsibilities 

Tasks include feeding, cleaning, grooming, and training canine adults and puppies, and monitoring their general health (20%), you will also maintain equipment and grounds (20%), assist with ensuring safe and smooth sled dog demonstrations for the public, may drive the dog team or deliver 40 minute interpretive talks (30%), interact with visitors and answer questions (20%).

 

Marginal Duties 

Collect National Weather Service weather data (5%), training and office work including social media outreach to the public(5%).

 

Required Qualifications 

Experience working with animals.

 

Preferred Qualifications 

Experience working with sled dogs or at a dog kennel.

 

Hours 

40 per week

 

Living Accommodations 

Housing in the Park is provided. Living area may be shared with another roommate. Common living areas may be shared. Housing may be a cabin without running water, but access to facilities is available.

 

Compensation  

$600/week - living allowance

$1,500 - one-time roundtrip travel stipend

All allowances are subject to applicable federal, state, and local taxes. 


Personal Vehicle Information

Not needed

 

Additional Benefits 

Bear Safety

AmeriCorps: Eligible/Optional

 

Equal Opportunity Statement 

The Student Conservation Association, Inc., is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The SCA strives to cultivate a work environment that encourages fairness, teamwork, and respect among all staff members and is committed to maintaining a work atmosphere where lifestyles may grow personally and professionally.


 Physical requirements and working conditions specific to the position are available in the full job description. 

Key Skills
Animal CareSled Dog ExperienceGroomingTrainingFeedingCleaningVisitor InteractionPublic SpeakingWeather Data CollectionSocial Media Outreach
Categories
Environmental & SustainabilitySports & RecreationGovernment & Public SectorEducationHospitality
Benefits
Bear SafetyAmeriCorps Eligibility