Summer Communications Intern Job at Moondance Adventures, Nashville, TN

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  • Moondance Adventures
  • Nashville, TN

Job Description

Job Type: Paid Summer Internship

Hours: 9 AM – 5 PM, 5 days a week ( Adjusted schedule during Staff Training )

Dates: May 8 – August 8, 2025

About Moondance Adventures

Moondance is an adventure travel company for teens going to some of the world’s most awe-inspiring places. Our culture thrives on connection, curiosity, and passion for the outdoors—and while this internship is an office-based role, it’s packed with real-world experiences that will immerse you in the inner workings of a small, vibrant business.

When you join us, you join a family—a family that celebrates successes, supports personal and professional growth, and believes in lifting each other to achieve big things.

The Opportunity

As a Communications Intern at Moondance HQ, you will play an integral role in ensuring seamless communication between our HQ team, trip leaders, and their families. You will gain hands-on experience in customer service, problem-solving, and writing experience within a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

Your Responsibilities

  • Summer Program Support: Assist HQ with posting trip updates, sending parent letters, communicating with leaders in the field, processing paperwork, etc. 
  • Online Retail Operations: Monitor inventory, package orders, and manage shipping.
  • Staff Training: Support HQ during our 12-day Staff Training by assisting with lessons, organizing gear, and assisting with organization.
  • Team Contribution: Be an active participant in shaping Moondance’s culture, policies, and procedures.



Required Qualifications

  • Commitment to being a 2026 Moondance Trip Leader.
  • Previous experience with Moondance or similar summer programs/camps.
  • Current enrollment in college or university, preferably studying communications, English, journalism, hospitality or related fields.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

  • Independent, team-oriented, and servant-hearted mindset.
  • Outgoing, family-oriented personality—someone who thrives in a close-knit culture.
  • Excellent organization skills and attention to detail
  • Ability to multitask and adapt to a fast-paced environment

What You’ll Gain:

  • Hands-on Experience: Work on real projects that directly impact our business.
  • Mentorship: Learn from our seasoned HQ staff who will guide you throughout your internship.
  • Problem-solving and decision-making skills
  • Skill Development: Grow your skills in digital marketing, project management, and communicating our strong brand through our marketing strategies. 
  • Networking: Moondance has a deep network of former trip leaders and HQ staff who are currently leaders in their industries–marketing, law, business, entertainment, real estate, etc... We can connect you with them. 
  • Career Growth: Opportunity to explore a dynamic and exciting industry while refining your professional trajectory. 

Why Moondance?

Not only do we provide trips of a lifetime for teens, but we also create transformative and career-launching experiences for our trip leaders and HQ staff. We pride ourselves in cultivating talent and creating a strong community; where we support each other’s personal and professional goals, celebrate successes and problem-solve the challenges. When you join Moondance, you’ve joined a family. 

Job Tags

Internship, Summer internship, Outdoor,

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