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Organization
Job Posted
October 25, 2022
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Job Type
Remote
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Location
United States
the education team, and reports to the Education Director. The Watershed Institute is committed to building a culturally diverse organization and strongly encourages applications from people of color.
Summary
Salary: $25,000 plus housing on site.
Start Date: Tuesday, January 24, 2023 End Date: Friday December 15, 2023
● Full time: Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
● Workdays may shift based on program load to include occasional Saturdays and evenings.
Job Responsibilities:
● Work collaboratively with Education Staff to design and teach a wide variety of hands-on programs.
● Public programs for all ages, including weekly preschool classes
● School programs that are inquiry-based, some of which address the Next Generation Science Standards
● Special events and festivals
● Work at Watershed Nature Camp as a Counselor or Group Leader
● Assist with care of a small collection of education animals (reptiles, amphibians, insects, and fish)
● Create a personal portfolio documenting the internship
● Complete a final intern project
● Perform administrative tasks such as registering visitors for programs and operating the gift shop sales station
● Other duties as requested to maintain departmental and organizational continuity
Qualifications:
● Minimum age of 21
● Ability to stand and walk for long periods of time; ability to lift and carry 25 lbs.
● Ability and enthusiasm for working outdoors in all weather conditions.
● Degree or college coursework in ecology, education, environmental studies, or related field.
● Passion for teaching and sharing nature with others.
● Strong experience working with children in an outdoor setting.
● Excellent communication skills with people of all ages and backgrounds.
● Friendly, personable, service-oriented attitude.
● Patience, flexibility, and punctuality.
● Eagerness to learn and work hard.
● Willingness to collaborate, cooperate, and communicate with co-workers.
● Knowledge of local ecology and natural history is beneficial.
● Valid driver’s license and personal vehicle is highly desirable.
Benefits:
● Bi-weekly pay by direct deposit
● Housing on-site, including wi-fi, heat, electricity, and water
● Ten vacation days, to be scheduled based on program load.
● Invaluable experience working at an environmental not-for-profit
How to apply:
To apply, submit a cover letter including a brief statement on what contribution you will make to strengthen our diverse working, learning and living environment; your resume; and list of references. This posting will remain active until the position is filled.
Electronic submissions required, send all necessary documentation to Anna Hill ahill@thewatershed.org. Please use the subject line: Internship Application Your last name.