Alaska State Parks
Alaska State Parks Volunteer Program
Alaska State Parks depends on volunteers to help manage and maintain our parks. Volunteers provide services that would not otherwise be offered. In turn, volunteers receive valuable training and experience for their service. There are several facets to the VIP program. Perhaps one of them is for you!
Jobs
- Archaeological Assistant
- Backcountry Ranger Assistant
- Museum Assistant
- Natural History Interpreter
- Park Caretaker
- Ranger Assistant
- Trail Crew
Our Jobs
Volunteers, Caretakers, Trail Crew, and Interpreter / Guide
Sleep and Eat
Most positions have rustic housing and a small stipend. Please look under the job description in the catalog or on-line for more information.
Other Perks
College credit is available for some of our intern positions. Check the catalog for availability .
Getting Here and Getting Around
Transportation is not provided to Alaska. Certain rangers will provide transportation to and from projects on specific dates. Please look under the job description in the catalog or on-line for more information.
For Fun
We have a multitude of outdoor activities such as camping, hiking, fishing, wildlife viewing, and more in and around our parks.
How to Apply
To receive a paper copy of the Alaska State Parks Volunteer Catalog, contact the Volunteer Coordinator at the following address. Please be sure to include a complete postal address.
Volunteer Coordinator
Alaska State Parks
550 W 7th Ave, Suite 1380
Anchorage AK 99501-3561
(907) 269-8708
fax (907) 269-8907
Related Pages
Alaska Jobs, Jobs for the Older and Bolder, State Park Jobs, Volunteer Positions, Summer Jobs
Season: Summer
Housing: Private Room, Shared Cabin, and Shared Room
Staff Size: 1 to 5 at each site
Age Requirement: 18 years of age or older
Locations: Chena River State Recreation Area, Alaska, Chilkat Bald Eagle Preserve, Alaska, Delta Junction Area State Parks, Alaska, Denali State Park, Alaska, Eagle River Nature Center, Alaska, Eklutna Lake - Chugach State Park, Alaska, Fort Abercrombie State Historical Park, Alaska, Halibut Point State Recreation Site, Alaska, Independence Mine & Hatcher Pass Area, Alaska, Nancy Lake State Recreation Area, Alaska, Shuyak Island State Park, Alaska, Totem Bight State Historical Park, Alaska, and Wickersham State Historic Site, Alaska
