Coastal Environmental Education Internship

Position Responsibilities  

• Lead environmental education programs mainly outdoor summer camp, kayaking, crabbing/fishing, nature tours, and live animal programs (reptiles and saltwater touch tank)
• Conduct an individual project to enhance our research mission
• Assist with wildlife emergency responses
• Assist with nonprofit-related duties such as information center, development and marketing, fundraising and hosting special events with visiting groups
• Potential to  assist with conservation projects and the Sea Turtle Program 
• Promote and practice stewardship of Conservancy’s facilities, properties, and equipment
• Maintain a professional code-of-conduct in all interactions both on and off the island

Qualifications/Attributes

• Rising junior, senior or recent graduate from any college or university majoring in natural sciences or education.
• Experience working with the public in an outdoor environmental educational capacity.
• Must be comfortable with (no experience needed but willingness to learn): 
  • dissection of preserved specimens (squid, urchin, dogfish, etc)
  • catch and release fishing (bait preparation, crab/fish handling, etc)
  • handling animals (reptiles, fish, insects, etc).
  • kayaking (moderately/hard tidal system)
• Ability to work and live with a diverse group of people. Willing to communicate effectively, directly, and adapt quickly to changes with work and dormitory schedules.

• Ability to work in physically challenging environment including extreme temperatures and field conditions while keeping a positive demeanor and upbeat personality
• Naturally curious and passionate to share the natural world with those around you
• Self-directed, detail-oriented, and a team player
• Must possess a valid Driver’s License, be able to lift 40 lbs, and pass a background check

Details

The internship will run from May 13 through August 16, 2024. BHI Conservancy’s office is open from 8:30 am – 5 pm daily, but education programs will be at unusual hours including evening Bald Head After Dark and Turtle Walk programs that end at midnight. Average work week is 50 hrs, with 1 day off per week. Weekend work is required. Interns live in provided on-campus housing. More details at https://www.bhic.org/internships. 

How to Apply

E-mail a cover letter, resume, and list of 3 references as 1 PDF to Dr. Jennifer Wiggen at intern@bhic.org. In e-mail header, please write “Summer Coastal Environmental Education Internship.” Application deadline is 11:59 pm on Sunday, January 14, 2024. Direct questions to Dr. Jennifer Wiggen, Senior Educator, at jennifer@bhic.org.