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October 2016
Dear Geography Department Leadership,
I’m writing to thank you for being an integral part of the success of National Geographic Society’s Geography Intern Program and share an important enhancement to the program with you.
In 1981, the Society’s Geography Intern Program was established by President Gil Grosvenor and Vice-Chairman of the Committee for Research and Exploration, Dr. Barry Bishop, with the aim of bringing young, bright, emerging geographers to National Geographic
for a work and learning experience.
Since then, thanks to the support of educators like you, more than 800 geography students have joined us from universities and colleges across the United States, from public to private institutions and undergraduate to graduate levels of education. They have
ranged from young geographers to individuals pursuing mid-career changes. All have shown their passion for geography and brought their ideas, talents, and energy to departments across our organization, contributing to meaningful projects and programs. You
have my sincerest gratitude for supporting National Geographic Society’s Geography Intern Program over the years.
Beginning this summer, we will transition this intern program to focus on all areas of interest at the Society, including education, exploration and geography. We believe that offering internships to more than geography majors will help us build a worldwide
community of learners and provide more students with an opportunity to be involved with National Geographic. Announcements for these internships will be posted in early spring 2017; please continue to check the careers section of NationalGeographic.org for
postings.
Thank you again for your commitment to this program, for encouraging your excellent candidates to apply, and for recommending your top students. We hope your students continue to take advantage of the opportunity to apply to internships at National Geographic.
We look forward to changing the world together.
Best regards,
National Geographic Society Human Resources
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