Individual Placement-Alaska- Summer Kennels Placement

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This position is based in Denali National Park near Healy, AK. The incoming intern will assist in the care of 30 Alaskan Husky sled dogs alongside National Park Service staff.

Denali National Park, AK

April 19, 2026 - September 19, 2026

• Tasks include feeding, cleaning, grooming, and training canine adults and puppies, and monitoring their general health (20%), you will also maintain equipment and grounds (20%), assist with ensuring safe and smooth sled dog demonstrations for the public, may drive the dog team or deliver 40 minute interpretive talks (30%), interact with visitors and answer questions (20%).

• Collect National Weather Service weather data (5%), training and office work including social media outreach to the public(5%).

Experience working with animals.

Experience working with sled dogs or at a dog kennel.

Housing in the Park is provided. Living area may be shared with another roommate. Common living areas may be shared. Housing may be a cabin without running water, but access to facilities is available.

• $600/week - living allowance
• $1,500 - one-time roundtrip travel stipend

All allowances are subject to applicable federal, state, and local taxes.

Not needed

• Bear Safety

The Student Conservation Association, Inc., is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The SCA strives to cultivate a work environment that encourages fairness, teamwork, and respect among all staff members and is committed to maintaining a work atmosphere where lifestyles may grow personally and professionally.

Physical requirements and working conditions specific to the position are available in the full job description.