Intern search for Wasatch Backcountry Rescue – Snowbird 2011/2012

Wasatch Backcountry Rescue – Snowbird (WBR) is looking for one to two interns for the 2011/2012 winter season.  Interns will assist with the formulation of website content, blog content, accident reports, snow safety data, editing of rescue manuals, and a variety of other projects throughout the winter season. 

In addition to assisting WBR with administrative functions, interns will have the opportunity to observe and train with professional ski patrolmen and backcountry rescuers in the Wasatch Mountains of Utah.

Requirements:

-         Strong interest in professional backcountry rescue and/or resort management.

-         Must be able to ski.

-         Must tolerate an outside environment in extreme conditions.

-         Proficiency with computers, blogs, social media, MS Word, and multi-media.

-         Excellent attention to detail, writing and proofreading ability.

-         Must be able to commit a minimum of 10 hours per week.

-         Back country and medical training a plus.

Compensation:

-         This is a non-compensated internship.

-         College credit is available through specific programs.

If interested please submit current resume, cover letter, and contact information by December 23^rd to:

            Ari Theodore

            Intern Coordinator

            Snowbird Ski Patrol/Wasatch Backcountry Rescue

            atwolf@hotmail.com

            801.933.2117

Wasatch Backcountry Rescue is a federal 501c3 nonprofit organization, funded by private donations and fundraisers.