Environmental Education Intern

The Environmental Education Intern works under the direct supervision of the Manager of Environmental Education and collaborates with Center staff and volunteers to deliver research-based lessons and interactive programs for diverse audiences in the Inland
Bays watershed. 

Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist Center staff during youth & public programs at the James Farm Ecological Preserve and off-site, as needed.
• Assist with the upkeep of education program records (e.g., registration and associated mailing list requests) and supplies/equipment.
• Assist external communication efforts by providing content for educational program advertisements (e.g., flyers, social media, etc.)
• Conduct other tasks as assigned by the Manager of Environmental Education, Director of Outreach & Education, and/or Executive Director.

Qualifications

• Completed (or currently pursuing) a 2 or 4-year degree in environmental science, biology, education, or a related field. In lieu of a degree, consideration will also be given to individuals with a certificate in a related field and/or a minimum of 1-year experience in the field of experiential education.
• Availability from approximately May 30 - September 5, 2023.
• Passion for environmental/science education.
• Comfort working with diverse age groups (youth & adult) in an outdoor setting.
• Knowledge of native species, watershed science, and experiential learning practices is a plus.

To Apply

Please submit a cover letter, resume, and two references as a single PDF document to Jackie Knoll, Manager of Environmental Education at hiring@inlandbays.org. Review of applications will begin March 27th and the position will remain open until filled. Ideal start is May 30, 2023.