Careers

The Communications Intern is responsible for supporting Keep Tahoe Blue’s efforts to inform and engage the community through digital media, public outreach, and storytelling. This position is part of the Communications Team and will assist in sharing Keep Tahoe Blue’s mission, programs, and impacts with the public. The ideal candidate is an undergraduate student or recent graduate, strong writer, creative thinker, adept photographer/videographer, and passionate about environmental conservation.

The position reports to the Communications & Marketing Project Manager.

Keep Tahoe Blue is the donor-funded, science-based organization of environmental experts and Tahoe-lovers who have led the protection and restoration of the Lake Tahoe Basin since 1957. We have a culture of trust and respect that supports and guides our decision making and planning for the future. Our world-renowned “Keep Tahoe Blue” brand is both a symbol of an increasingly important mission and an intentional, sustainability-focused lifestyle.

Essential Functions and Principal Responsibilities  

• Assist in creating content for Keep Tahoe Blue’s social media platforms, websites, and email newsletters.
• Support the drafting and editing of press releases, blog posts, and other written materials.
• Attend events on behalf of Keep Tahoe Blue to gather information, capture photos and videos, interact with the news media, conduct interviews, and draft long form content.
• Assist with marketing public events and outreach campaigns.
• Contribute to graphic design and multimedia projects as needed.
• Conduct research on environmental topics and audience engagement strategies.
• Support Keep Tahoe Blue’s brand consistency across digital and print platforms.
• Assist is marketing efforts, both for our brand and line of merchandise.
• Complete an internship project that encapsulates and reflects the experience gathered and the work completed during the term. Present the project during an in-person symposium with Keep Tahoe Blue staff and collaborator groups and agencies.

Other Duties

• Attend meetings and activities as requested by the Supervisor.
• Assist with event logistics and coordination.
• Collaborate with colleagues in other departments, including Community Programs, Strategic Partnerships, Policy, and Natural Resources.
• Assist in creating marketing materials, including signage, flyers, and digital media kits.
• Communicate with members of the news media.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities 

• An interest in environmental conservation and Keep Tahoe Blue’s mission to protect, restore, and advocate for the ecosystem health and scenic beauty of Lake Tahoe.
• Strong writing, editing, and proofreading skills.
• Familiarity with social media platforms (Instagram, Facebook, X, LinkedIn, TikTok, etc.).
• Experience with Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, or similar design tools.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Occasional work on weekends and evenings.
• Excellent communication and time management skills.
• The chosen candidate must be able to dependably get around the Lake Tahoe Basin at all reasonable hours and in all reasonable weather conditions and when public transportation is not available. Keep Tahoe Blue does not provide a vehicle or other forms of transportation.

Preferred Qualifications  

• Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in Communications, Journalism, Environmental Studies, Marketing, Anthropology, or a related field.
• Experience with photography, videography, and video editing software is a plus.
• Bilingual (Spanish) preferred but not required.

Pay, Hours and Time Requirements

• Expected Pay: $20 per hour
• Schedule: Part time
• Up to 248 total hours during the internship period (June 22-August 14). Flexible scheduling, not exceeding 31 hours per week.
• Potential for academic credit (depending on your institution, area of study, etc.).
• Employment duration: Temporary/seasonal internship
• Start Date: 6/22/2026
• End Date: 8/14/2026

Additional Benefits 

• Mileage reimbursement.
• Cell phone stipend.
• Cool Keep Tahoe Blue swag.

Location Requirements 

• Location type: On site 
• On site location: Keep Tahoe Blue’s Spurlock/Evers Environment & Education Center. South Lake Tahoe, California, United States 

Apply  

If this sounds like the internship for you, please fill out this application form.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diverse experiences and perspectives at our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.  

We also encourage people from differing life experiences to consider how they may be a fit for any of our positions and encourage anyone with adjacent skills and a passion for conservation or Lake Tahoe to apply. 

Keep Tahoe Blue is looking for a positive, outgoing undergraduate student or recent graduate to support the Community Programs – Engagement Team for the summer season. Under the supervision of the Engagement Manager, the Engagement Intern is responsible for assisting with citizen science programs, public outreach, event tabling, and volunteer engagement events that help protect Lake Tahoe. The ideal candidate is passionate about environmental conservation and eager to gain hands-on experience in community engagement and event coordination.

Keep Tahoe Blue is the donor-funded, science-based organization of environmental experts and Tahoe-lovers who have led the protection and restoration of the Lake Tahoe Basin since 1957. We have a culture of trust and respect that supports and guides our decision making and planning for the future. Our world-renowned “Keep Tahoe Blue” brand is both a symbol of an increasingly important mission and an intentional, sustainability-focused lifestyle.

Essential Functions/Principal Responsibilities

• Assist with planning and executing presentations, trainings, field events, and community outreach tabling opportunities for the Eyes on the Lake Program.
• Help with event logistics, including staging and packing supplies, setting up on site, cleaning up, and organizing equipment post-event.
• Maintain and update inventory of Community Programs materials so they are organized and easy to access.
• Promote upcoming events by posting flyers around the community and updating online event calendars.
• Represent Keep Tahoe Blue at community cleanups, education, and fundraising events.
• Complete an internship project that encapsulates and reflects the experience gathered and the work completed during the term. Present the project during an in-person symposium with Keep Tahoe Blue staff and collaborator groups and agencies.

Other Duties  

• Attend meetings and activities as requested by the Supervisor.
• Assist with other Keep Tahoe Blue programs. 
• Additional duties may be assigned in alignment with departmental priorities.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• An interest in environmental conservation and Keep Tahoe Blue’s mission to protect, restore, and advocate for the ecosystem health and scenic beauty of Lake Tahoe.
• Strong communication and public speaking skills.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational abilities.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Willingness to work outdoors, occasionally in adverse weather conditions.
• Flexibility to work on weekends and occasional evenings.
• The chosen candidate must be able to dependably get around the Lake Tahoe Basin at all reasonable hours and in all reasonable weather conditions and when public transportation is not available. Keep Tahoe Blue does not provide a vehicle or other forms of transportation.
• Ability to efficiently get around the Tahoe Basin and transport program supplies (i.e. pop-up tent, outreach box, etc.).
• Bilingual (Spanish) preferred but not required.

Pay, Hours and Time Requirements

• Expected Pay: $20 per hour
• Schedule: Part time
• Up to 248 total hours during the internship period (June 22-August 14). Flexible scheduling, not exceeding 31 hours per week.
• Potential for academic credit (depending on your institution, area of study, etc.).
• Employment duration: Temporary/seasonal internship
• Start Date: 6/22/2026
• End Date: 8/14/2026

Additional Benefits

• Mileage reimbursement.
• Cell phone stipend.
• Cool Keep Tahoe Blue swag.

Location Requirements

• Location type: On site
• On site location: Keep Tahoe Blue’s Spurlock/Evers Environment & Education Center. South Lake Tahoe, California, United States

Apply

If this sounds like the internship for you, please fill out this application form.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diverse experiences and perspectives at our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

We also encourage people from differing life experiences to consider how they may be a fit for any of our positions and encourage anyone with adjacent skills and a passion for conservation or Lake Tahoe to apply.

Keep Tahoe Blue is looking for a positive, outgoing undergraduate student or recent graduate to support the Community Programs – Sustainable Recreation Team for the summer season. Under the supervision of the Sustainable Recreation Manager, the Sustainable Recreation Intern is responsible for assisting with sustainable recreation programs, public outreach, event tabling, and volunteer engagement efforts that help protect Lake Tahoe. The ideal candidate is passionate about environmental conservation and eager to gain hands-on experience in community engagement and event coordination.

Keep Tahoe Blue is the donor-funded, science-based organization of environmental experts and Tahoe-lovers who have led the protection and restoration of the Lake Tahoe Basin since 1957. We have a culture of trust and respect that supports and guides our decision making and planning for the future. Our world-renowned “Keep Tahoe Blue” brand is both a symbol of an increasingly important mission and an intentional, sustainability-focused lifestyle.

Essential Functions/Principal Responsibilities

• Support the planning and executing of community cleanups and initiatives through the Tahoe Blue Beach Program.
• Assist with planning and executing presentations, trainings, field events, and community outreach tabling opportunities for the Tahoe Blue Crew Program.
• Help with event logistics; including staging and packing supplies, setting up on site, cleaning up, and organizing equipment post-event.
• Maintain inventory of Community Programs materials so they are organized and easy to access.
• Promote upcoming events by posting flyers around the community and updating online event calendars.
• Represent Keep Tahoe Blue at citizen science, education, and fundraising events.
• Complete an internship project that encapsulates and reflects the experience gathered and the work completed during the term. Present the project during an in-person symposium with Keep Tahoe Blue staff and collaborator groups and agencies.

Other Duties

• Attend meetings and activities as requested by the Supervisor.
• Assist with other Keep Tahoe Blue programs.
• Additional duties may be assigned in alignment with departmental priorities.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• An interest in environmental conservation and Keep Tahoe Blue’s mission to protect, restore, and advocate for the ecosystem health and scenic beauty of Lake Tahoe.
• Strong communication and public speaking skills.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational abilities.
• Familiarity with event planning, educational outreach, program management, outdoor recreation, and/or environmental sustainability.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Willingness to work outdoors, occasionally in adverse weather conditions.
• Flexibility to work on weekends and occasional evenings.
• The chosen candidate must be able to dependably get around the Lake Tahoe Basin at all reasonable hours and in all reasonable weather conditions and when public transportation is not available. Keep Tahoe Blue does not provide a vehicle or other forms of transportation.
• Ability to efficiently get around the Tahoe Basin and transport program supplies (i.e. pop-up tent, outreach box, etc.).
• Bilingual (Spanish) preferred but not required.

Pay, Hours and Time Requirements

• Expected Pay: $20 per hour
• Schedule: Part time
• Up to 248 total hours during the internship period (June 22-August 14). Flexible scheduling, not exceeding 31 hours per week.
• Potential for academic credit (depending on your institution, area of study, etc.).
• Employment duration: Temporary/seasonal internship
• Start Date: 6/22/2026
• End Date: 8/14/2026

Additional Benefits

• Mileage reimbursement.
• Cell phone stipend.
• Cool Keep Tahoe Blue swag.

Location Requirements

• Location type: On site
• On site location: Keep Tahoe Blue’s Spurlock/Evers Environment & Education Center. South Lake Tahoe, California, United States

Apply

If this sounds like the internship for you, please fill out this application form.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diverse experiences and perspectives at our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

We also encourage people from differing life experiences to consider how they may be a fit for any of our positions and encourage anyone with adjacent skills and a passion for conservation or Lake Tahoe to apply.

Keep Tahoe Blue is looking for a motivated and detail-oriented undergraduate student or recent graduate to support the Policy Team. The Policy Intern will assist with policy research, advocacy efforts, and community outreach to advance environmental policies that protect Lake Tahoe. The focus will be on transportation initiatives. The ideal candidate is passionate about environmental issues – especially those related to the built environment – interested in public policy, and eager to gain hands-on experience in environmental advocacy.

Keep Tahoe Blue is the donor-funded, science-based organization of environmental experts and Tahoe-lovers who have led the protection and restoration of the Lake Tahoe Basin since 1957. We have a culture of trust and respect that supports and guides our decision making and planning for the future. Our world-renowned “Keep Tahoe Blue” brand is both a symbol of an increasingly important mission and an intentional, sustainability-focused lifestyle.

Essential Functions/Principal Responsibilities

• Support transit and parking management initiatives (recreation access, micro transit expansion, multimodal trip planning) by helping to maximize ridership through in-person public and business outreach, developing public communications, conducting rider surveys, reviewing monitoring data, and considering adaptive management actions.
• Support legislative and government affairs efforts to improve management and increase funding for transportation priorities.
• Aid in the development of policy reports, fact sheets, and public comment letters.
• Support leadership to prepare for public meetings and working group participation through the creation of agendas, responding to emails, and ensuring preparation of documents.
• Track, attend, and summarize key government and public meetings, hearings, and workshops as a Keep Tahoe Blue representative.
• In conjunction with Keep Tahoe Blue‘s Communications Team, help coordinate and support advocacy campaigns, including outreach to stakeholders and the public.
• Assist with organizing policy-related materials.
• Complete an internship project that encapsulates and reflects the experience gathered and the work completed during the term. Present the project during an in-person symposium with Keep Tahoe Blue staff and collaborator groups and agencies.

Other Duties

• Attend meetings and activities as requested by the Supervisor.
• Assist with outreach and engagement efforts.
• Attend Keep Tahoe Blue events, if they do not conflict with primary duties, such as the annual benefit, 5th of July beach cleanup, etc.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Some travel around the Tahoe Basin will be required, and some evenings, for community and partner meetings, outreach, and Keep Tahoe Blue events.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• An interest in environmental protection and Keep Tahoe Blue’s mission to protect, restore, and advocate for the ecosystem health and scenic beauty of Lake Tahoe.
• Strong research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Attention to detail and ability to synthesize complex information.
• Strong communication and public speaking skills.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Willingness to attend public meetings and engage with stakeholders.
• Flexibility to work occasional nights and weekends.
• The chosen candidate must be able to dependably get around the Lake Tahoe Basin at all reasonable hours and in all reasonable weather conditions and when public transportation is not available. Keep Tahoe Blue does not provide a vehicle or other forms of transportation.
• Bilingual (Spanish) preferred but not required.

Pay, Hours and Time Requirements

• Expected Pay: $20 per hour
• Schedule: Part time
• Up to 248 total hours during the internship period (June 22-August 14). Flexible scheduling, not exceeding 31 hours per week.
• Potential for academic credit (depending on your institution, area of study, etc.).
• Employment duration: Temporary/seasonal internship
• Start Date: 6/22/2026
• End Date: 8/14/2026

Additional Benefits

• Mileage reimbursement.
• Cell phone stipend.
• Cool Keep Tahoe Blue swag.

Location Requirements

• Location type: On site
• On site location: Keep Tahoe Blue’s Spurlock/Evers Environment & Education Center. South Lake Tahoe, California, United States

Apply

If this sounds like the internship for you, please fill out this application form.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diverse experiences and perspectives at our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

We also encourage people from differing life experiences to consider how they may be a fit for any of our positions and encourage anyone with adjacent skills and a passion for conservation or Lake Tahoe to apply.