Creative Intern
Lander, WY - USA
Job Summary
Were looking for an intern that is highly motivated and organized passionate about NOLS and the mission excited to share ideas and perspectives and ready to work independently and as part of a team.
The intern will support the multi-faceted needs of the school the NOLS Marketing and Creative Departments and support the overall schoolwide marketing strategy to advance both our mission and our enrollment. The intern will work on specific projects and tasks and have other duties as assigned.
Key Information
Application Deadline | 29 April 2026 | Target Start Date | 15 May 2026 |
Location | NOLS HQ - Lander WY | Wage | $16.00 USD |
Reports To | VP of Marketing & Communications | Department | Marketing & Communications |
Position Type | Full-time Temporary(3 months: May to Aug) | Benefits Eligible | No |
What does a Creative Intern do
This role is in our Creative department part of the Marketing team.You will be involved in the following activities:
Design projects across print and digital mediums
Organize and optimize artwork and photo assets
Work with the Communications team to support social media efforts
Update curriculum materials such as notebooks certifications booklets etc.
Educational Opportunities Learning Outcomes and Benefits:
Learning to work autonomously and as part of a team
Project management experience
Creative asset development for personal portfolio
Time management/meeting deadlines skill development
Practice giving and receiving feedback
Collaborate with internal teams
Communicate with departments to ensure projects are completed
Work with supportive staff
Perform meaningful work
The opportunity to explore the ins and outs of creating for a nonprofit organization in the outdoor industry
What makes a great Creative Intern at NOLS
We are looking for people who share our values and are keen to learn and develop their expertise. While our ideal candidate comes with the skills listed below we expect to provide training and development support in some of the areas.
Graphic design experience (Adobe InDesign Photoshop and Illustrator)
Experience editing and/or taking photos
Has keen attention to detail and time management skills
Internet and social media savvy
Receives feedback well and implements changes promptly
Strong written and oral communication skills
Ability to work quickly efficiently and accurately under deadline pressure
Excellent critical thinking and problem solving skills
Knowledge of NOLS programming
How to Apply
When prompted to upload your resume please submitone PDF documentthat includesboth your resume and cover lettercombined.
If you have any questions during the application process please reach out to the NOLS People Team at.
Who is NOLS
NOLS is a nonprofit global wilderness school that strives to be the leading source and teacher of wilderness skills and leadership that serve people and the environment. Our communitystaff students trustees and alumnishares a commitment to wilderness education leadership safety community and excellence.
We believe that anyone can be a leader; it is our role to provide the environment and training to help people discover their full potential. We do that in classrooms close to home and in remote wilderness areas around the world. We are an organization with heart expertise and wildness and these qualities help us support powerful authentic experiences.
Additional Information
To support pay transparency and equity the posted salary range is fixed. We encourage you to explore our opportunities that fit your pay expectations.
NOLS currently can support remote employees with legal working rights in the following locations: Canada; Chile; India; Mexico; New Zealand; the US states: Alaska Arizona California Colorado Connecticut Idaho Maine Minnesota Montana New Mexico New York North Carolina Oregon Pennsylvania Utah Washington and Wyoming.
Pre-Employment Check
A criminal background check is required from all NOLS employees.
NOLS participates in e-verify for U.S. employees Certificado de Antecedentes for Chilean or Mexican employees and other relevant employment verification systems based on location.
Current NOLS employees please note it is NOLS policy to conduct an internal reference check with People Team and/or your current supervisor as part of the reference check process. If you have any questions or concerns about this process please contact.
Equal Employment Opportunity
NOLS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate in employment on the basis of race color religion sex national origin age disability protected veteran status genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal state or local law. All employment decisions including hiring promotions compensation benefits transfers training layoffs and terminations are made without regard to any protected status and are based on legitimate business needs qualifications and merit. The schools nondiscrimination policy applies to all phases of its employment process its admission and financial aid programs and to all other aspects of its educational programs and activities. Retaliation directed to any person who pursues a discrimination complaint or grievance participates in a discrimination investigation or otherwise opposes unlawful discrimination is prohibited.
Reasonable Accommodation
Reasonable accommodations may be requested for disability; limitations related to pregnancy childbirth or a related medical condition; religion; and domestic violence sexual assault stalking or harassment by emailingwith your request.
Required Experience:
Intern