Employment Opportunities

We are currently hiring Seasonal Naturalists! (6 positions available)

Have fun, get outdoors, and make a difference this summer while gaining valuable training and experience working in environmental education! Seasonal Naturalists provide leadership and instruction for the full-day Summer Outdoor Discovery Day Camps at the Montana Natural History Center. Seasonal Naturalists facilitate and lead a variety of activities and themed camps, connect youth to nature, and explore the outdoors with children of different age levels.ย 

MNHCโ€™s camps for kids Pre-K – 5th grade combine experiential natural science education with outdoor fun and adventure. Camps include environmental education, exploration, projects, field trips to local natural areas, free play, games, and more. Every week is unique, so camp staff will gain broad experience in outdoor environmental education while exploring a variety of topics in natural history.

  • Full-time, seasonal position
  • 40 hours/week from May 26 – August 21, 2026
  • $16.50/hour

See full job description here.

To apply, please send the following to Hope Ensminger at hensminger@montananaturalist.org

  • Resume
  • Cover letter
  • List of three professional references

Accepting applications until positions are filled.


MNHC is always on the lookout for talented professionals and ambitious interns. If you believe you would be a good fit as we continue to grow, send us your resume:
Montana Natural History Center
120 Hickory St., Suite A
Missoula, MT 59801