Volunteers from Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI) helped reopen trails at Mount Rainier after storms during the winter of 2006-2007.

Mount Rainier has many opportunities for both short-term and long-term volunteer service, including single-day projects, full-time positions, and long-term commitments that can be adjusted to fit your schedule. Whether you’re looking for a one-time experience, a residential position working alongside National Park Rangers every day, or an ongoing assignment that requires a flexible commitment of a few days per month, you'll find many opportunities to participate in the stewardship of your national park.

Many short-term volunteer opportunities are available! Even if you only have a day or two to contribute, we have plenty of opportunities for you to participate with us in the stewardship of your national park! Continuing a productive partnership we began last year with the Student Conservation Association (SCA), Mount Rainier National Park is once again offering short-term summer volunteer projects lasting from one to five days, beginning in June and continuing through September. Projects are listed in the calendar at the top of our Volunteer Blog. Click on any project or event for more information and an opportunity to register online!

In addition, if you'd like to be added to our mailing list to be notified of future projects, or if you represent a group that would be interested in volunteering at the park, please send us an e-mail. Thanks for your interest in helping out!

Geologist-in-Parks volunteer Carrie Brugger assists a visitor at Sunrise.

Mount Rainier National Park hires several internship positions every year, mostly during the summer, through the Student Conservation Association and the Geologic Society of America. SCA and GSA both provide a small living allowance, and sometimes educational credit. Mount Rainier National Park supplies housing.

Geologist-in-Parks internships for Summer 2008 were advertised in December 2007 and have closed for this summer. Visit the GSA website for information about how to apply in 2009.

For a list of internships currently advertised through the Student Conservation Association, visit the SCA website. Here's a list of the positions we're filling so far in 2008:

• Backcountry Intern, 6/15/09 to 9/7/09
• Citizen Science Coordinator, 6/29/09 to 9/21/09
• Climate Change Intern, 3/16/09 to 1/11/10
• Conservation Leadership Corps (three teams), two weeks each from 6/29/09 to 8/24/09
• Education Program Intern and Sister Mountain Project Assistant, 2/17/09 to 2/16/10
• Restoration Interns (two positions), 6/22/09 to 9/14/09
• Visitor Services Intern - Ohanapecosh, 5/26/09 to 8/18/09
• Visitor Services Intern - Paradise, 5/26/09 to 8/18/09
• Volunteer Coordinator, 4/13/09 to 10/12/09

Most internships are advertised and filled during the spring. Few positions are available during the winter.