EDUCATION/OUTREACH INTERN

at Mass Audubon

Location:
Dartmouth, MA.

Duration:
May-August

Job Type:
Intern

Job Description:
The Education/Outreach Intern will work closely (May-August) with Sanctuary staff and volunteers on several Environmental Education programs based at both Allens Pond Wildlife Sanctuary and Great Neck Wildlife Sanctuary in Wareham, MA. At these two locations in southeastern Massachusetts, Mass Audubon protects over 1000 acres and habitats that include barrier beach, coastal salt pond, and forested uplands. The internship will consist largely of program planning and teaching with opportunities for participation in the Sanctuary’s ecological projects. Primary responsibilities include: planning and facilitating hands-on, innovative environmental programming for children and teens on a variety of natural history topics, developing interactive visitor displays, serving as a teen mentor and presenting displays at several public events throughout the summer (including weekends). Intern also will have the opportunity to work with other summer interns and staff as needed on ecological management initiatives and on-the-ground wildlife monitoring. As a member of a team, some office support, custodial, and animal care tasks will be shared. Students seeking experience in education and/or working for a nonprofit conservation organization are encouraged to apply. Benefits: This is an unpaid internship. Opportunities may be available to receive school credit. No housing provided but some assistance given to locate affordable options.

To Apply:
To inquire about this position: Send cover letter, resume, and names of three references (email strongly preferred) to: JEN COSTA, Volunteer & Outreach Programs Administrator (EM: jcosta AT massaudubon.org), Allens Pond Wildlife Sanctuary, 1280 Horseneck Road, Westport, MA 02790.

Qualifications:
Individuals with a background in environmental studies, youth education or related field preferred. Applicants must be outgoing and have strong communication (including electronic) skills. Requirements include strong interpersonal skills, flexibility, creativity, self-motivation, sense of humor, and willingness to learn. Interns should be comfortable working independently as well as part of the Sanctuary team. Certification in CPR/First Aid desired. Experience in teaching and/or working with children and teens is helpful. The internship start/end dates are flexible beginning in May/June and running steadily into August; commitment of approximately 2-5 days/week including some weekends is required.