Title of the position: Environmental Education (EE) Intern
Location: Asbury Woods, Erie, PA
Application Deadline: Open, until position is filled
Dates: Summer internships may be completed May – August 2019
Schedule: 25 hours/week on average – 350 hours total
Stipend: $500 stipend paid in two increments over the internship, once at the completion of 175 hours and once at 350 hours
Position overview:
For students who are pursuing the degrees in the fields or environmental science, art, education, early childhood education, or natural sciences, this internship is an opportunity to gain experience work with children and connecting them to nature. Interns will have the opportunity to learn about planning and developing environmental educational programming for preschoolers and school-aged children. Interns will also be involved with our summer preschool programs, summer camp, and group visits while working with our Education staff. Interns will learn about the practices and day to day operations of a busy nature center. EE internships begin in May 2019 and end August 2019 and are available to current students and recent graduates. EE interns work 25 hours/week, on weekdays and occasionally on weekends or evenings, as needed.
Application Process: To apply for the EE intern position, please email a completed application form, cover letter, resume and contact information for 3 references to Kelley Lang, klang@asburywoods.org. Only submissions received electronically will be considered.
Qualifications:
Supervision: EE interns are supervised by the Director of Education and Community Programs
Performance responsibilities: