Internships
At Friends of the Big Sioux River, we are firm believers in offering internships that help develop the next generation of conservation leaders. Whether you’re interested in environmental education, water quality testing, marketing and communications, or hands-on field work, our internships offer a wide range of opportunities for you to gain real-world experience. We seek applicants who have recently completed their bachelor’s degree or who are current part-time or full-time students at a college, university, or technical institute.
Ready to Apply?
We are currently hiring for our 2026 summer internship positions. This year, for the first time, we are excited to offer two internship opportunities! Applications are due Friday, March 20, 2026. Click the links below to learn more and apply.
Education and Outreach Intern
Job Description & Application
Stewardship Intern
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Internships sponsored in part by MarketBeat.
Reflections from Past Interns
Don’t just take our word for it! Read what our past interns have to say about their time spent with Friends of the Big Sioux River.
Lessons Woven in Water:
From Riverbanks to Relationships
By Rashel Sanjeev
When I first applied for the internship with Friends of the Big Sioux River, what caught my attention right away was the water testing. As a biochemistry major, I wanted to finally see what it felt like to step out of the classroom and actually do something hands-on in my field. That curiosity was what pulled me in. But as the weeks went on, I realized the job was about more than just testing water. I started to develop this whole new appreciation for working with the environment itself, not just the science behind it.
From Student to Steward: Lessons Learned from My FBSR Internship
By Brooklyn Williamson
As a current college senior, I, along with my peers, am often asked, “What’s your post-grad plan? Where do you want to go from here?” Sometimes, it feels like my answer changes every week. It’s hard to figure out what to do after only knowing how to be a student. Lectures, labs, and homework can only do so much when preparing to step into the workforce. In my junior year, I knew I needed to acquire some experience in the environmental field—to test the waters and see where I might fit in.