Community Engagement and Recreation Intern
Ctriver, Middletown, CT, United States
Community Engagement and Recreation Intern
Position Classification:
Non-Exempt, Part-time Paid Internship Position: 16 hours/week (0.40 FTE) for 18 weeks
Weekly hours are approximate dependent on grant funding and to be confirmed upon offer of employment
Salary:
$18/hour
Start Date:
05/11/2026
End Date:
08/28/2026
Location:
Hybrid: Community engagement fieldwork at various locations along the Connecticut River in CT and MA between Middletown, CT and Springfield, MA. The majority of community engagement and recreation field work will take place in Connecticut (80%). Strong preference for an intern who lives in Connecticut. Administrative work done at CRC office space in Middletown, CT.
Position Description The Connecticut River Conservancy (CRC) seeks an intern to support the Community Engagement Partnership (CEP) program between CRC and the National Parks Service.
Primary Responsibilities
Event Logistics & Facilitation Support (75-80%):
Participate in preparation and planning meetings for community engagement and recreation events
Support the Connecticut River Steward and Events Coordinator in executing CRC recreation, environmental education, and community outreach events (ie. Environmental Education Boat Trips for Schools, Community Paddles, and youth engagement kayak sessions, etc)
Support organizational and logistical tasks including organizing event materials, packing items for event participants, contacting vendors for quotes, tracking attendance, and ensuring registration systems are set up
Travel throughout the lower watershed in CT and MA as needed to attend events, serve as a CRC representative, and facilitate community engagement activities
Outreach and Community Engagement (20-25%):
Increase Connecticut River Steward’s capacity by attending partner meetings and supporting planning and partnership building work
Support and conduct targeted outreach to advertise events or programs for a variety of audiences and distribution channels
Reach out to contacts in the community such as local businesses, schools, nonprofits, and environmental clubs to develop partnerships for future events and collaborations related to paddling in a kayak and/or canoe
Willingness to become a certified American Canoe Association Community Paddlesports Leader (3-day training provided 5/18-5/20)
Driver's license, access to a reliable vehicle, and the ability to access events in Connecticut and Massachusetts
Ability to participate in strenuous physical activity outdoors and to lift and carry up to 40 pounds
Ability to stand or sit for extended periods of time
Comfort with supporting events on evenings or weekends when necessary
Ability to work independently as well as with a team of staff and volunteers
Qualifications
Interest in youth and community work, as well as environmental advocacy
Strong interpersonal skills and relational awareness; trauma informed practices appreciated
Experience leading outdoor recreation activities (ex. guided kayaking, fishing, etc)
Ability to swim and comfortable in water with no to slow current
Enthusiasm for community science, environmental education, and community engagement
Commitment to promoting diversity, equity, inclusion, and fostering belonging in the Connecticut River watershed
Comfort in taking the lead to organize and facilitate groups of all ages
Skills and Requirements
Strong preference for an intern who lives in Connecticut. Intern must have a permanent address in Connecticut, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, or Vermont.
Ability to work 16 hours a week for 18 weeks (approx.)
Driver's license and reliable vehicle access
Physical stamina for activities up to 40 pounds lift, outdoor work, evenings/weekends
Willingness to attend 3-day ACAA training if selected.
Connecticut River Conservancy is an Equal Employment Opportunity and
Affirmative
Action Employer and will engage in an inclusive recruiting and hiring process. It considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.
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Non-Exempt, Part-time Paid Internship Position: 16 hours/week (0.40 FTE) for 18 weeks
Weekly hours are approximate dependent on grant funding and to be confirmed upon offer of employment
Salary:
$18/hour
Start Date:
05/11/2026
End Date:
08/28/2026
Location:
Hybrid: Community engagement fieldwork at various locations along the Connecticut River in CT and MA between Middletown, CT and Springfield, MA. The majority of community engagement and recreation field work will take place in Connecticut (80%). Strong preference for an intern who lives in Connecticut. Administrative work done at CRC office space in Middletown, CT.
Position Description The Connecticut River Conservancy (CRC) seeks an intern to support the Community Engagement Partnership (CEP) program between CRC and the National Parks Service.
Primary Responsibilities
Event Logistics & Facilitation Support (75-80%):
Participate in preparation and planning meetings for community engagement and recreation events
Support the Connecticut River Steward and Events Coordinator in executing CRC recreation, environmental education, and community outreach events (ie. Environmental Education Boat Trips for Schools, Community Paddles, and youth engagement kayak sessions, etc)
Support organizational and logistical tasks including organizing event materials, packing items for event participants, contacting vendors for quotes, tracking attendance, and ensuring registration systems are set up
Travel throughout the lower watershed in CT and MA as needed to attend events, serve as a CRC representative, and facilitate community engagement activities
Outreach and Community Engagement (20-25%):
Increase Connecticut River Steward’s capacity by attending partner meetings and supporting planning and partnership building work
Support and conduct targeted outreach to advertise events or programs for a variety of audiences and distribution channels
Reach out to contacts in the community such as local businesses, schools, nonprofits, and environmental clubs to develop partnerships for future events and collaborations related to paddling in a kayak and/or canoe
Willingness to become a certified American Canoe Association Community Paddlesports Leader (3-day training provided 5/18-5/20)
Driver's license, access to a reliable vehicle, and the ability to access events in Connecticut and Massachusetts
Ability to participate in strenuous physical activity outdoors and to lift and carry up to 40 pounds
Ability to stand or sit for extended periods of time
Comfort with supporting events on evenings or weekends when necessary
Ability to work independently as well as with a team of staff and volunteers
Qualifications
Interest in youth and community work, as well as environmental advocacy
Strong interpersonal skills and relational awareness; trauma informed practices appreciated
Experience leading outdoor recreation activities (ex. guided kayaking, fishing, etc)
Ability to swim and comfortable in water with no to slow current
Enthusiasm for community science, environmental education, and community engagement
Commitment to promoting diversity, equity, inclusion, and fostering belonging in the Connecticut River watershed
Comfort in taking the lead to organize and facilitate groups of all ages
Skills and Requirements
Strong preference for an intern who lives in Connecticut. Intern must have a permanent address in Connecticut, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, or Vermont.
Ability to work 16 hours a week for 18 weeks (approx.)
Driver's license and reliable vehicle access
Physical stamina for activities up to 40 pounds lift, outdoor work, evenings/weekends
Willingness to attend 3-day ACAA training if selected.
Connecticut River Conservancy is an Equal Employment Opportunity and
Affirmative
Action Employer and will engage in an inclusive recruiting and hiring process. It considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.
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