Job Summary
The MBGNA summer internship takes place from Monday, May 5, to Friday, August 20, 2026. In order to fully participate in team collaboration and project work, selected candidates are expected to complete all dates of the internship.
Responsibilities*
This internship position is part of the Marketing and Communications (MarCom) team at MBGNA. This internship is focused on social media. As part of the MarCom team, this position will regularly interact with visitors, volunteers, and other MBGNA departments during a workday. This role involves spending time on trails and in outdoor spaces to capture content and engage with MBGNA's natural environment.
This internship position will support the goals of the MarCom through the following:
- Capturing and editing short-form video content to tell compelling stories and highlight visitor experiences, volunteer contributions, and behind-the-scenes moments.
- Taking and editing photos to share across social media platforms.
- Telling compelling stories through creative and engaging content that connects audiences to MBGNAs mission and programs.
- Collaborating with team members and departments to identify trending topics and opportunities for visual storytelling.
- Attending weekly team meetings
Required Qualifications*
- Applicants must have one year of experience enrolled in a college or university by the internship start date. Recent college graduates who earned a degree in December 2025 or are planning to earn a degree by May 2026 are eligible to apply.
- Experience with social media content creation
- This position may require a valid driver's license and a motor vehicle record check to operate MBGNA vehicles.
- This position may require a background check to work with minors, according tothe Children on Campus policy.
- This position may require frequent travel between MBGNA site locations.
- Willingness to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
- Willingness to do physical work.
- Must have a flexible schedule with weekend and evening availability.
How You'll Grow
The MBGNA summer internship provides university-level students with opportunities to:
- Participate in experiential learning in a nature-based organization
- Directly contribute to the strategic operations of a mission-driven organization
- Help unify and catalyze access and impact across lands, waters, and dynamic systems
As part of a learning community, interns will be expected to:
- Attend a group orientation at the beginning of the summer
- Participate in professional development sessions offered throughout the summer
- Engage in opportunities for assessment and reflection
- Attend a final celebration at the end of the summer
Work Locations
MBGNA comprises 841 total acres, spanning four sites, including the gardens, arboretum, a bog, and natural areas. This internship will take place at rotating MBGNA sites and locations - reliable transportation is required.
Modes of Work
Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.
Application Deadline
The MBGNA internship application will be open from Wednesday, January 6, to Sunday, March 1, 2026. Applications will be reviewed after the internship application closes. Selected candidates will be contacted for interviews beginning Monday, March 9, 2026. Final candidates will be notified by March 27, 2026.
U-M EEO Statement
The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.