Position Available:
Full Time Seasonal
Summer Naturalist Internship
JOB DESCRIPTION
As a Summer Naturalist Intern, you use your talent and skills to impact public understanding and attitudes about nature and the environment! Assist professional Naturalists with planning and implementing nature interpretation, outdoor recreation and environmental education programs and media for a wide range of audiences. All applications for the education department must be able to effectively communicate, apply knowledge and common sense to solve problems and/or achieve work objectives. Must possess a current valid driver’s license, and undergo background checks in reference to driving record, criminal history and child abuse registry. Preferred education or training in environmental education, natural resources, wildlife biology, biology/ecology or related field is preferred, but not required.
DUTIES INCLUDE
Plan and present environmental education programs
Set up, take down of program material and classrooms
Sales/handle funds or balance the register at the gift shop
Cleaning (maintain & keep work are organized) Additional cleaning may be assigned
Assist with media
Animal care as needed
Others as assigned by Environmental Education Coordinator
REQUIRED EDUCATION AND SKILLS
Must be 16 years of age and older
Must be punctual and responsible
Ability to be able to communicate well with others
Ability to work with a broad range of people with different abilities and personalities
Computer knowledge and other information technology knowledge
Knowledge of natural resources, outdoor recreation, and local wildlife areas are a plus
COMPENSATION AND WORK DATES
$10.25/HOUR
Typically M-F, 8am-4:30, occasional Saturday or evening hours
Approx start date mid-May through early August
APPLICATION INFORMATION
Send resume, cover letter, and a list of references with knowledge of your skills and abilities to [email protected]
All applications and/or resumes will be open to public inspection unless requested in writing to be kept confidential. Discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, or disability is prohibited. Sioux County is an equal opportunity employer.