Environmental Education Internship

Organization

Maria Mitchell Association

Job Posted

January 24, 2023

Job Category

Job Type

Job Duration

Job Compensation Type

Remote

No

Website

Maria Mitchell Association - Education Internship

Contact Name

Camden Palm

Contact Email

Cpalm@mariamitchell.org

Location

Nantucket, MA
United States
The Maria Mitchell Association is excited to offer the Environmental Education Internship for the Summer of 2023. We are seeking high-energy, motivated individuals to design and lead lessons for our Discovery Camp and Naturalist Leadership Programs. Campers range from ages 5–16 and each day is a different exploration of coastal and terrestrial habitats on Nantucket Island.  Join this team of leaders that inspire a love of science through hands-on exploration of the land, sea, and sky! To learn more about the sessions we offer, please explore the Discovery Camp Programs pages, and check out internship details at Education Internship | Maria Mitchell Association. 
Apply TODAY and join the Education Team for a summer you will always remember!

Summary

Education Internship- Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Work with a co-instructor and Education Director team to plan and write unique lessons for campers ages 5 – 16.

  • Design and create the needed educational props/supplies to go along with your lessons.

  • Lead campers in nature hikes, wetland observations, bird watching, orienteering, community service projects, art projects, insect collecting, kayaking excursions, snorkeling exploration, and much more.

  • Maintain all educational supplies and equipment by washing and putting away after use.

  • Attend all required meetings including end of the summer cleaning. 

  • Help in the office to prepare for the next week.

  • Additional responsibilities may include helping in the main office, leading public or private programs such as birthday parties or snorkeling excursions, and assisting with other facets of the Association’s day-to-day operations.

Key Requirements and Qualifications

  • At least 19 years old

  • Excited to share their passion for science and nature through youth programming.

  • Confident in leading groups safely through the outdoors, including beach and water environments.

  • Comfortable working independently, initiating activities, coordinating with co-instructors, and maintaining a positive attitude in challenging situations.

  • Certified in CPR, First Aid, and Lifeguarding or are willing to become certified prior to camp (we are able to reimburse a portion of the certification cost)

  • Flexible, passionate, can- do attitudes, and able to live and work well with others.

Preference will be given to applicants that:

  • Are at least 21 years of age.

  • Have completed or are currently enrolled in environmental education, natural sciences, or education courses.

  • Have naturalist skills and/or experience as an environmental educator.

  • Have experience working with children of multiple ages.

  • Willing to learn and engage actively in a positive team environment.

  • Are able to commit for the entire summer: June 5 – August 28

  • Have a current driver’s license and have driven for 2+ years.

 

Compensation Information

This is a paid internship!

The MMA has dormitory-style housing available for interns to rent. Housing is located within walking distance to the town center and is a short bike ride to beautiful beaches, hiking trials, museums, and other great locations. If you live on campus, you will be expected to attend and participate all dorm cleaning days as part of your housing agreement. Please note that the dorm rooms are shared. Interns are not required to live in MMA provided housing, however, as Nantucket’s housing availability is notoriously limited and often expensive, we require our interns to provide proof of alternative housing before their internship begins.

This internship runs from June 5 to late August.