Conservation Retail and Engagement Intern (Belle Plaine, MN)
Monarch Joint Venture, Belle Plaine, MN, United States
Monarch Joint Venture Conservation Retail and Engagement Intern Belle Plaine, MN·Part time Apply for Conservation Retail and Engagement Intern
This internship focuses on the retail operations of our mission-driven store, as well as supporting in person education, public outreach, and engagement.
About Monarch Joint Venture The Monarch Joint Venture is a national nonprofit organization dedicated to conserving monarch butterflies and their habitats as a flagship for broader environmental conservation benefits.
Description Job Title:
Conservation Retail and Engagement Intern
Compensation:
$16/hour
Commitment:
Approx. 5-15 hours/week
Start Date:
As soon as is feasible
End Date:
August 28, 2026, with possibility for extension
Eligibility:
Must be 16 or older by April 1, 2026. Individuals of all ages above 16 are welcome to apply.
ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION
The Monarch Joint Venture (MJV) is a national nonprofit organization focused on monarch and pollinator conservation. We support conservation planning and implementation efforts on a broad scale by facilitating information sharing, partnership building, and carrying out identified conservation priorities. We do this through four major program areas:
education, science, habitat, and partnership
. Learn more about the mission, vision and values of the MJV on our website, here .
ABOUT THE INTERNSHIP
This internship focuses on the retail operations of our mission-driven store, as well as supporting in person education, public outreach, and engagement. This is an in-person internship with the expectation that the person filling this role will be on-site 2-3 days per week at the Monarch Joint Venture’s Prairie Oaks Campus in Belle Plaine, MN. Reliable transportation to and from Prairie Oaks is required.
Packing and shipping MJV store orders onsite at least 2 days a week, with flexibility to set a regular schedule that works for you.
Supporting educational programs at Prairie Oaks, including Summer Day Camp (June 15 -19), Moth Ball (July 17), and Butterfly Days (August 22).
You do not have to be available for all dates in order to apply.
Supporting additional outreach around Belle Plaine as available (may include evenings/weekends). For example: local tabling opportunities, education workshops, selling store merchandise at farmers markets, etc.
Additional opportunities based on availability and interest include:
Helping to develop promotional materials for products and programs.
Writing content for blogs, newsletters, and other communication platforms.
Identifying and compiling contacts for marketing and outreach initiatives.
Assisting with monthly store inventory.
Optional opportunities to support outreach events in the Twin Cities Metro.
QUALIFICATIONS
Strong written and verbal communication abilities
Proficiency in Google Suite (Docs, Sheets)
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Desired Skills (not required):
Retail or customer service experience
Experience in environmental education (in a classroom or informal setting)
Familiarity with grassland ecosystems or pollinator species
Familiarity with Canva and/or social media content creation
A driver’s license is helpful but not mandatory
Physical Requirements:
Capable of traveling to, and working from, the Prairie Oaks Campus, including in an office setting, and outside on uneven terrain.
Capable of packing store orders, which may include bending, stooping, lifting, and carrying items.
HOW TO APPLY
You will be asked to submit the following:
Your resume (1-2 pages max)
Brief responses (~5 sentences) to the following prompts:
What interests you about this internship with MJV?
Describe one past experience (paid, volunteer, or informal) that relates to this role. What did you do, and what did you learn?
The names and phone numbers for 2 references.
WHAT TO EXPECT
Successful applications will first be invited to a 30-minute interview with two MJV staff members. References may be contacted after the interview. While unlikely, a potential second interview may be requested as needed in final decision making. All candidates will be notified via email if their application is no longer being considered.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYMENT
The Monarch Joint Venture (MJV) is an equal opportunity employer. As such, MJV offers equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, gender, religion, age, nationality, social or ethnic origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, pregnancy, disability, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. These opportunities include all terms, conditions, and privileges of employment, including but not limited to recruiting, hiring, job placement, training, compensation, benefits, discipline, advancement, and termination. All employees are expected to adhere to this policy.
The Monarch Joint Venture is an at-will employer. All persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.
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About Monarch Joint Venture The Monarch Joint Venture is a national nonprofit organization dedicated to conserving monarch butterflies and their habitats as a flagship for broader environmental conservation benefits.
Description Job Title:
Conservation Retail and Engagement Intern
Compensation:
$16/hour
Commitment:
Approx. 5-15 hours/week
Start Date:
As soon as is feasible
End Date:
August 28, 2026, with possibility for extension
Eligibility:
Must be 16 or older by April 1, 2026. Individuals of all ages above 16 are welcome to apply.
ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION
The Monarch Joint Venture (MJV) is a national nonprofit organization focused on monarch and pollinator conservation. We support conservation planning and implementation efforts on a broad scale by facilitating information sharing, partnership building, and carrying out identified conservation priorities. We do this through four major program areas:
education, science, habitat, and partnership
. Learn more about the mission, vision and values of the MJV on our website, here .
ABOUT THE INTERNSHIP
This internship focuses on the retail operations of our mission-driven store, as well as supporting in person education, public outreach, and engagement. This is an in-person internship with the expectation that the person filling this role will be on-site 2-3 days per week at the Monarch Joint Venture’s Prairie Oaks Campus in Belle Plaine, MN. Reliable transportation to and from Prairie Oaks is required.
Packing and shipping MJV store orders onsite at least 2 days a week, with flexibility to set a regular schedule that works for you.
Supporting educational programs at Prairie Oaks, including Summer Day Camp (June 15 -19), Moth Ball (July 17), and Butterfly Days (August 22).
You do not have to be available for all dates in order to apply.
Supporting additional outreach around Belle Plaine as available (may include evenings/weekends). For example: local tabling opportunities, education workshops, selling store merchandise at farmers markets, etc.
Additional opportunities based on availability and interest include:
Helping to develop promotional materials for products and programs.
Writing content for blogs, newsletters, and other communication platforms.
Identifying and compiling contacts for marketing and outreach initiatives.
Assisting with monthly store inventory.
Optional opportunities to support outreach events in the Twin Cities Metro.
QUALIFICATIONS
Strong written and verbal communication abilities
Proficiency in Google Suite (Docs, Sheets)
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Desired Skills (not required):
Retail or customer service experience
Experience in environmental education (in a classroom or informal setting)
Familiarity with grassland ecosystems or pollinator species
Familiarity with Canva and/or social media content creation
A driver’s license is helpful but not mandatory
Physical Requirements:
Capable of traveling to, and working from, the Prairie Oaks Campus, including in an office setting, and outside on uneven terrain.
Capable of packing store orders, which may include bending, stooping, lifting, and carrying items.
HOW TO APPLY
You will be asked to submit the following:
Your resume (1-2 pages max)
Brief responses (~5 sentences) to the following prompts:
What interests you about this internship with MJV?
Describe one past experience (paid, volunteer, or informal) that relates to this role. What did you do, and what did you learn?
The names and phone numbers for 2 references.
WHAT TO EXPECT
Successful applications will first be invited to a 30-minute interview with two MJV staff members. References may be contacted after the interview. While unlikely, a potential second interview may be requested as needed in final decision making. All candidates will be notified via email if their application is no longer being considered.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYMENT
The Monarch Joint Venture (MJV) is an equal opportunity employer. As such, MJV offers equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, gender, religion, age, nationality, social or ethnic origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, pregnancy, disability, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. These opportunities include all terms, conditions, and privileges of employment, including but not limited to recruiting, hiring, job placement, training, compensation, benefits, discipline, advancement, and termination. All employees are expected to adhere to this policy.
The Monarch Joint Venture is an at-will employer. All persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.
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