TEMPORARY YIP Intern – Colorado Springs Office

About the role

This is a temporary position (4 months or less) paying $17.00 per hour. Employment starts May 1, 2026, through October 31, 2026.

Responsibilities

• Absorb and transport hunter-harvested deer and elk heads for CWD testing.
• Collect data, payment, and samples for CWD testing.
• Drive relay routes to transport hunter-harvested deer and elk under all weather conditions.
• Train on removing tissue samples for CWD testing and performing mandatory inspections.
• Support education programs such as school programs, fishing clinics, youth environmental education, and hunting clinics.
• Assist with volunteer trainings and data entry for the Volunteer Coordinator.
• Provide customer service at the Southeast Region office, including selling wildlife and park products and maintaining customer records.
• May be required to collect CWD samples and perform animal checks.

Requirements

• Valid driver’s license required.
• Able to work outside in all weather conditions and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to interact positively with the public in various situations.
• Weekend and evening work is required.
• Hunting and fishing experience helpful.

Qualifications

• Basic requirements include a valid driver’s license, ability to work outdoors, and positive public interaction skills.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs and work in all weather conditions.
• Experience with MS Office Suite, Google Applications Suite, and cash handling is preferred.
• Students or recent graduates with relevant experience are encouraged to apply.

Skills

• Positive communication skills.
• Flexibility and patience.
• Ability to work independently.

Benefits

• Comprehensive background check may be required.
• Equal opportunity employer.
• E-Verify participation.

Pay

$17.00 per hour.

Schedule

40 hours per week.