Interpretation Intern

Collectionsthatcare; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

The Mountains to Sound Greenway Trust is seeking an Interpretation Intern to develop content highlighting the region’s natural, cultural, historic, scenic, and recreational treasures. You will research and craft stories that connect audiences with the landscape, fostering stewardship and advocacy.

You’ll collaborate with museums, cultural centers, historical societies, land managers, and tourism groups, strengthening professional connections across multiple sectors while supporting engaging

Qualifications

• Experience in interpretive storytelling or related fields such as journalism, museum education, heritage tourism or nonprofit communications.
• Ability to conduct research, synthesize information, and capture oral histories or cultural narratives.
• Experience working with diverse communities and multigenerational audiences, Tribes or stakeholders.
• Experience organizing and managing cultural or historical materials (archives, photos, documents).

Responsibilities

• Develop content that showcases natural, cultural, historic, scenic, and recreational treasures of the Greenway NHA.
• Research and craft stories about iconic places and thematic narratives.
• Share stories to increase awareness, inspire stewardship, and engage visitors.

Skills

Interpretive storytelling

Research and documentation

Working with diverse communities

Content development

Education

Undergraduate or graduate student

Tools

WordPress

Drupal

Squarespace

Microsoft Office

Job description

Summary

The Interpretation Intern supports the Mountains to Sound Greenway Trust’s mission by developing content that showcases the natural, cultural, historic, scenic, and recreational treasures of the Mountains to Sound Greenway National Heritage Area (Greenway NHA) and the Tribal heritage that intersects with these stories. This internship offers the chance to research, craft, and share stories about iconic places and thematic narratives, helping to increase awareness of the Greenway NHA and inspire actions that foster deeper connections with the landscape through stewardship and advocacy. The Interpretation Intern will also have the opportunity to connect with other professionals in multiple industries, such as museums, cultural centers, historical societies, land management agencies, other nonprofit organizations, and tourism organizations.

Key Details

Salary: $23/hour

Program Dates: Mid-October 2026–Early June 2027

Schedule: PT (10–15 hours/week)

Deadline: ASAP (Priority consideration will be given to applications received by end of day on August 23)

Eligibility

Education: Open to all undergraduate and graduate students who are enrolled in an accredited educational program such as History, Museum Studies, Library Sciences,Journalism,Natural Resources, Communications, Environmental Studies or a related area of study, as well as other applicants who feel they possess the necessary qualifications for the role.We’relooking for someone who thrives at the intersection of storytelling, cultural preservation, and visitor engagement.

Experience:Demonstratesinterest or experience with a combination of the following skills:

• Interpretive storytelling, content development, or related fields such as journalism, museum education, heritage tourism, nonprofit communications, or social media content creation.
• Research and documentation, including conducting research, synthesizing complex information, and capturing oral histories or cultural narratives.Working with diverse communities, including multigenerational audiences,Tribes, or other stakeholders with varied perspectives.
• Organizing and managing cultural or historical materials, such as databases, photo collections, curated archives, or historic documents.

Licenses or Certifications:There are no licenses or certificationsrequiredto apply for this position.A current driver’s license and access to reliable transportationisrequiredto travel to sites throughout the Greenway that may be inaccessible via public transit.

Technical Skills and Knowledge:

• Proficient user of Microsoft Office products and experience with major social media platforms.
• Familiarity with platforms like WordPress, Drupal, or Squarespace for publishing and updating content.
• Strong oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• Basic skills in capturing and editing high-quality images or short videoswith ability to complete basic graphic design projects

Personal Characteristics:

• Enthusiastic about the Greenway Trust’s mission and exemplar of Greenway Trust values.
• Passionate about history,heritageand environmental topics.
• Well-organized,focused on achieving goals and making an impact.
• Flexibility, adaptability, and a positive attitude toward work.
• Self-directed and motivated individual who is comfortable working independently and as part of a team.
• Confidence to meet and speak with professionals inside and outside the organization via phone, Zoom, or in person at locations throughout the Greenway NHA.

About

The Mountains to Sound Greenway Trust works to steward a diverse landscape that stretches 100 miles from the shores of Puget Sound across the Cascade Mountains to Central Washington. Designated a National Heritage Area in 2019, the Greenway encompasses 1.5 million acres (with 900,000 acres in public ownership), two million people, 28 cities, three major river systems, and two Interstate highways.

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