Conservancy of Southwest Florida
Environmental Education Internship
The Environmental Education intern provides educational experiences to guests at the Conservancy’s Nature Center and assists with environmental education programs for K-12 students and adults. Work includes assisting with teaching daily environmental education programs for audiences of all ages and presenting live animals for these programs.
Interns will also deliver curriculum based environmental education programs to students in Pre-K through high school as well as lead interpretive Nature Center tour, assist with lecture series, assist with special events, lead off-site outreach programs and lend a hand with field trip programs.
The Environmental Education intern provides educational experiences to guests at the Conservancy’s Nature Center and assists with environmental education programs for K-12 students and adults. Work includes assisting with teaching daily environmental education programs for audiences of all ages and presenting live animals for these programs. Interns will also deliver curriculum based environmental education programs to students in Pre-K through high school as well as lead interpretive Nature Center tour, assist with lecture series, assist with special events, lead off-site outreach programs and lend a hand with field trip programs.
Experience Required
QUALIFICATIONS:
-Applicant must be at least a senior in college or possess a BA or BS in education, hospitality, communications, environmental science or related field.
-Guest Services, education, environmental science/ecology, or comparable background with a strong interest to work in a nature center and with diverse audiences of all ages.
-Sales experience is preferable but not required
-Good communication and public speaking skills.
-Ability to lift 50 pounds and work outdoors in hot, humid and sometimes buggy conditions.
-Must possess a valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
Further Comments
BENEFITS
The Conservancy Environmental Education Intern will gain experience in several areas including education, interpretation, and animal handling. This intern will gain knowledge of Southwest Florida’s unique ecosystems and assist the staff in bringing environmental awareness to thousands of visitors.
The Conservancy of Southwest Florida is a Drug and Smoke Free Workplace.
Perks
Housing available upon request
Salary
Bi-weekly stipend of $300
How to Apply
https://www.conservancy.org/about/work-here/internships/education/nature-center
Conservancy of Southwest Florida
1495 Smith Preserve Way
Naples, FL 34102
Phone: 239-262-0304
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