Copyright 2010 - Hiawatha Interpretive Association The Hiawatha Interpretive Association sponsors two summer internships. Visitor Services Internship Under supervision of permanent staff, student will:  provide courteous, accurate information to visitor center patrons; answer phones; assist HIA with sales, stocking, inventory and deposits; sell permits and special access passes; operate cash registers, FAX machines, credit card machines, radios and other equipment; reply to written requests for information; and complete various other duties as assigned. Student will work in district campgrounds and Grand Island NRA providing roving interpretation, with all programming subject to prior approval by supervisor. Duties include providing visitor services interpreting the Forest's cultural, natural, and archeological features through talks and roving contacts. Student may assist in preparation for and execution of the Hiawatha's Summer Campground Programs, Artist in Residence Program and Youth Archaeology Program. Sample duties may include developing and distributing flyers, attending and assisting Program leader, and distributing and collecting evaluation forms. Botany Internship Student will work on Grand Island NRA and the West Unit of the Hiawatha National forest at selected celebrating wildflower viewing areas by providing educational flora interpretation, with all programming subject to prior approval by the West Unit Plant Ecologist. Student will learn all aspects of native plant restoration. Duties include working closely with the West Unit Plant Ecologist and our Forest native plant volunteers and partner in restoration on Grand Island NRA, Superior Watershed Partnership. Student will assist with Life of Lake Superior Youth Program on pollinator species habitat needs and help lead youth crews working at the "Old Farm Field Restoration" on Grand Island NRA.  In addition, student will update the public about native plant restoration activities on Grand Island NRA by writing informational articles for local newspapers. Student will assist in preparation for and execution of flora monitoring on Grand Island NRA at existing developed monitoring stations designed by Michigan Natural Areas Council and assist with the development and monitoring of native plant restoration projects at selected sites on Grand Island. New Internship applications are posted January 1 and will be due by March 1. 2011 summer internships are filled.   For more information about internships, contact Autumn Jauck at 906-387-2512. A Non-Profit Membership based organization dedicated to Supporting the Enviromental Education and Interpretive Efforts of the Hiawatha National Forest. Our Purpose is to provide for visitors’ enhanced enjoyment and understanding of the Hiawatha National Forest’s Munising Ranger District, including Grand Island National Recreation Area, and the Rapid River Ranger District.  The HIawatha Interpretive Association assists the Forest Service by providing financial support to accomplish the following educational objectives: * Promoting wise stewardship of the National Forest Lands. * Interpreting natural and cultural   heritage through educational programs, publications and exhibits. * Encouraging no-trace camping. * Enhancing forest visitor’s recreational opportunities. * Helping visitors learn about National Forest management. Our Purpose ... Who are we ? Copyright 2011 - Hiawatha Interpretive Association