Internships
Become a part of the team achieving global impact in invertebrate research, conservation and connection.
Butterfly Pavilion offers a number of internships throughout the year that allow students to obtain real-world experience in the fields of entomology, horticulture, education, exhibit interpretation and more.
Butterfly Pavilion internships are typically unpaid, part-time, and seasonal, requiring a commitment of 2 – 3 days per week for 3 – 5 months with the following application deadlines, unless otherwise specified:
- Spring Application – Nov. 1
- Summer Application – April 1
- Fall Application – July 1
Interns will also complete an independent project and presentation at the end of their term. University credit for internships can be earned in most cases. Students interested in a Butterfly Pavilion internship are encouraged to check the academic internship requirements at their educational institution before applying.
Graphic Design Intern
The Graphic Design Internship at Butterfly Pavilion is an opportunity to develop real-world design skills by helping to produce illustrations, designs and marketing materials for a nonprofit achieving global impact in invertebrate education, research and conservation. The intern will be responsible for creating and preparing branded promotional materials such as print and digital marketing that help promote and engage our audience in the programs and offerings Butterfly Pavilion provides to the community. The Graphic Design Intern will report directly to the organization's Marketing Coordinator and will have the opportunity to collaborate with individuals in multiple departments to achieve project goals.
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Social Media & Videography Intern
The Social Media & Videography Internship at Butterfly Pavilion is an opportunity to develop real-world skills in social media strategy, content development, and project management at a nonprofit achieving global impact in invertebrate education, research and conservation. The intern will be responsible for developing video content for social media to engage users and create a relationship between customers and Butterfly Pavilion’s mission. The Intern will report directly to the organization’s Marketing Coordinator and will have the opportunity to collaborate with individuals in multiple departments to achieve project goals.
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Development Event Intern
Butterfly Pavilion is seeking an individual with an interest in nonprofit fundraising and/or event management to help plan and execute our annual fundraising event, which will take place on October 1, 2021. This is a great opportunity for those looking to gain hands-on experience that will be applicable to jobs across the nonprofit sector and beyond.
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PAID Lepidopterist Intern at Gardens on Spring Creek
Butterfly Pavilion is seeking a creative, highly motivated, and energetic individual to assist in butterfly and moth care, handling, and exhibit interpretation as part of a team of talented and experienced staff and volunteers at the Gardens on Spring Creek location. The primary goal of the Butterfly Pavilion Internship is for individuals to gain knowledge and hands-on training in invertebrate animal husbandry and education.
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Curatorial Zookeeper Intern - Entomologist
Assist with terrestrial invertebrate care, animal handling, USDA compliance and visitor education as part of a team of talented and experienced staff and volunteers. The primary goal of this internship is for students to gain knowledge in terrestrial invertebrate science, husbandry and education.
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Curatorial Zookeeper Intern - Aquarist
Assist with marine animal care, animal handling, and visitor education as part of a team of talented and experienced staff and volunteers. The primary goal of this internship is for students to gain knowledge in marine animal science, husbandry and education.
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Curatorial Zookeeper Intern – Lepidoptera
Assist with Lepidoptera (butterfly and moth) care, USDA compliance and reporting and visitor education as part of a team of talented and experienced staff and volunteers. The primary goal of this internship is for students to gain knowledge in Lepidoptera husbandry, identification and education.
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Lead Zookeeper Intern
Assist with terrestrial invertebrate, Lepidoptera (butterfly and moth), and marine animal care. The intern will assist in USDA compliance and reporting and visitor education as part of a team of talented and experienced staff and volunteers. The primary goal of this internship is for students to gain knowledge in invertebrate animal husbandry and AZA accreditation requirements.
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Horticulture Intern
Butterfly Pavilion is seeking a talented, enthusiastic individual to assist in our public horticulture programs as part of a team of experienced and hard-working staff and volunteers. This unpaid, academic internship will provide a well-rounded, hands-on educational experience in the field of zoological horticulture in a public setting.
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Urban Prairies Project Intern
The Urban Prairies Project (UPP) is a collaboration between Butterfly Pavilion, local governments and other environmental organizations to restore urban and suburban open spaces for wildlife and human use. The UPP intern will gain experience in restoration and environmental monitoring while supporting the development of a strong restoration volunteer.
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