Avian Conservation Educator Internship

REGI is looking for a hardworking, energetic, flexible, and fun intern with a passion for teaching for the summer of 2022. The intern’s main responsibilities will include assisting in daily husbandry (cleaning and enclosure maintenance), handling, feeding, and observing behaviors of our avian ambassador collection. Interns will participate in on-site, public raptor tours, public outreach programs at libraries, schools, camps,and more! Ed interns play a vital role in planning activities and lessons for our half-day, on site Raptor Adventures summer camps! Training will be provided for all these areas. Extensive training is provided to all interns in the handling of our avian ambassador collection. Interns are expected to work long hours. We are working with live animals that do not adhere to an 8-hour schedule.  

*If a special project is needed to complete your internship for credit we are happy to work out those details with you individually based on your interests.

QUALIFICATIONS:
• Strong interest in environmental education and captive wildlife care
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects while maintaining daily tasks
• High degree of self initiative and willingness to challenge yourself in new situations
• Enjoys interacting with children and adults of all ages; Strong communication skills
• Pursuing a degree in environmental education, wildlife, captive wildlife, biology, or closely related field. Other fields of interest will be considered.
• Willing to be a positive, enthusiastic member of a small, dedicated team
• Willing to represent the mission and goals of our organization in a way that reflects positively on REGI
• Experience working at or managing summer camp programs preferred but not required.
• Intern should be able to adapt to flexible hours and schedules depending on programmatic needs and bird care needs
• Interns will be required to work and teach outdoors in all weather condition. Physical demands include being on your feet 8+ hours per day, kneeling, lifting 50lbs
 

How to apply:

E-mail resume, cover letter, and references by APRIL 15, 2022 to: Briana@raptoreducationgroup.org
Interviews will begin as qualified applications are received. POSITION REMAINS OPEN UNTIL FILLED

For more information regarding an Education Internship, 
please contact: Briana Suriano at (715) 623-2563 or Briana@raptoreducationgroup.org

Dates: Mandatory orientation date May 24th, 2022.  Internships continue through mid- August. Ending date is flexible. 

Housing: This is an unpaid internship, but on-site, furnished housing will be provided by the Raptor Education Group, Inc.