Description:
This internship is part of the Spring 2026 Professional Internship Program. The ORPT Department is hiring an intern for the Spring 2026 semester. We are looking for a self starter with a desire to grow in the field of ORPT administration to help bolster their professionalism and build their resume.To be eligible for the program you must:
- Be enrolled as an SUU student during the course of the internship.
- Have and maintain a GPA of 3.0 or higher.
- Be willing to work 10 to 20 hours per week.
Responsibilities:*
- Intern may assist with course-related field trips as a driver and/or co-leader
- Course-related planning and logistics
- Teaching lessons
- Grading
- Maintaining program equipment
- Developing administrative documents such as risk management plans and emergency action plans.
*The job will take place outdoors and on campus. Specific duties and responsibilities will be determined based on applicant experience and interest.
Qualifications:
- ORPT major or minor preferred
- Basic outdoor skills and knowledge (e.g. ability to spend multiple hours outdoors in a variety of weather conditions, ability to comfortably navigate a variety of terrain)
- An enthusiasm for teaching and learning in the outdoors
- SUU van driver certified or ability to take and pass the required driver training
- Good organizational and professional communication skills