Are you looking to build your skills in the outdoors and make a difference this summer? Emu Trekkers could be the perfect place for your summer internship.
We are currently looking for committed outdoor enthusiasts who are eager to lead and assist day and multi-day hiking tours around Sydney and the Blue Mountains to help raise funds for disadvantaged kids in Australia between December 2019 and February 2020.
What does the internship involve?
For this internship, it is anticipated that you will be out in the bush leading or assisting tours 3-4 days per week. For the other 1-2 days of the week, there is the chance to get involved in other areas of the organisation management, including
What requirements are there for the internship?
At Emu Trekkers we are looking for volunteers who:
What will you receive in return?
Volunteers at Emu Trekkers will gain training and experience in outdoor recreation guiding, leadership, advanced first aid, knowledge of sustainable environmental practices and cultural heritage sites, organisation management, safe food preparation and a whole range of other skills required for the workplace. Most importantly, volunteers will be making a difference to kids who really need a helping hand.
There are no fees for being a volunteer at Emu Trekkers. Emu Trekkers will also reimburse guides for out-of-pocket expenses incurred while on the hikes, such as food, camping fees and transport costs. If you are keen to get involved but do not have the required first aid training, please get in touch to discuss possible options for this training as well.
How do I get involved?
If you are keen to apply for Emu Trekkers' Summer Internship Program, please complete the Volunteer Application Form. We will be taking applications on a rolling basis, but the sooner you apply the better your chances of being accepted.
Ideally, we would like to complete some of the training prior to the start of the full-time role, so please indicate if you have some part-time availability prior to December as well where you are able to get involved.
If you have any questions, please get in touch at volunteer@emutrekkers.org .
We are currently looking for committed outdoor enthusiasts who are eager to lead and assist day and multi-day hiking tours around Sydney and the Blue Mountains to help raise funds for disadvantaged kids in Australia between December 2019 and February 2020.
What does the internship involve?
For this internship, it is anticipated that you will be out in the bush leading or assisting tours 3-4 days per week. For the other 1-2 days of the week, there is the chance to get involved in other areas of the organisation management, including
- Preparing food and equipment
- Promoting treks
- Cooking meals
- Answering emails
- Writing blogs
- Managing bookings
- Organising other events
- Coming up with ideas to make the organisation even better
What requirements are there for the internship?
At Emu Trekkers we are looking for volunteers who:
- Have a love of the outdoors and hiking
- Have a high level of physical fitness
- Speak English
- Are at least 18 years of age
- Have a valid first aid certificate, or a willingness to obtain one
- Have a good knowledge of the local history, or a willingness to learn
- Be able to commit to a minimum of six weeks full-time, but preferably three months full-time between December 2019 and February 2020
- Show a willingness to help out no matter what the job requires, whether it be trip preparation, clean-up, or working at the computer.
What will you receive in return?
Volunteers at Emu Trekkers will gain training and experience in outdoor recreation guiding, leadership, advanced first aid, knowledge of sustainable environmental practices and cultural heritage sites, organisation management, safe food preparation and a whole range of other skills required for the workplace. Most importantly, volunteers will be making a difference to kids who really need a helping hand.
There are no fees for being a volunteer at Emu Trekkers. Emu Trekkers will also reimburse guides for out-of-pocket expenses incurred while on the hikes, such as food, camping fees and transport costs. If you are keen to get involved but do not have the required first aid training, please get in touch to discuss possible options for this training as well.
How do I get involved?
If you are keen to apply for Emu Trekkers' Summer Internship Program, please complete the Volunteer Application Form. We will be taking applications on a rolling basis, but the sooner you apply the better your chances of being accepted.
Ideally, we would like to complete some of the training prior to the start of the full-time role, so please indicate if you have some part-time availability prior to December as well where you are able to get involved.
If you have any questions, please get in touch at volunteer@emutrekkers.org .
About Emu Trekkers
Emu Trekkers is a 100% not-for-profit tour operator run by volunteer guides based in Sydney, Australia. Our mission is to offer adventurous hiking tours around Sydney and Australia and use the proceeds to support the education, healthcare and welfare of disadvantaged children and youth.
Our motto: Hike Australia. Help Kids!
In 2019, Emu Trekkers is proudly supporting the Indigenous Literacy Foundation with their commitment to improve literacy among children in remote Indigenous communities in Australia. We also support UNICEF Australia with their mission to promote and protect children's rights in Australia and around the world. All the proceeds of the tours go towards supporting these causes. Find out more here. In 2019, Emu Trekkers was also awarded Gold for Best Adventure Tour Operator in NSW at the NSW Tourism Awards.
Emu Trekkers is a 100% not-for-profit tour operator run by volunteer guides based in Sydney, Australia. Our mission is to offer adventurous hiking tours around Sydney and Australia and use the proceeds to support the education, healthcare and welfare of disadvantaged children and youth.
Our motto: Hike Australia. Help Kids!
In 2019, Emu Trekkers is proudly supporting the Indigenous Literacy Foundation with their commitment to improve literacy among children in remote Indigenous communities in Australia. We also support UNICEF Australia with their mission to promote and protect children's rights in Australia and around the world. All the proceeds of the tours go towards supporting these causes. Find out more here. In 2019, Emu Trekkers was also awarded Gold for Best Adventure Tour Operator in NSW at the NSW Tourism Awards.
