SALARY
$10/Hour
SITE INFORMATION:
Wood Lake Nature Center is in the heart of the Twin Cities Metropolitan Area. It is a busy urban
park that is comprised of 150-acres of forest, prairie, and cattail marsh habitat, and is dedicated to
high-quality environmental education and interpretive programs. The park has miles of
recreational trails and a nature center facility that is open every day to the public.
SEASON AND TIME COMMITMENT
The Summer Intern Naturalist position is a 12 week position. Position starts June 8 and goes
through August 28, 2020 (dates are flexible). This position is approximately 30 hours per week,
Monday through Friday; 8:30 am to 3:00 pm. Applicant must be available to work Saturday, July
25th, 2020.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Summer Intern Naturalists will join a dynamic staff to offer the best quality educational, recreational
and natural experiences possible for visitors. Interns will participate in training that will support the
design and instruction of summer camps and other environmental education and interpretive
programming. Interns also assist with a variety of daily and summer-long projects as they arise
(prairie management, exotic species control, trail maintenance, exhibit and displays, instruct
volunteers and event planning). Interns complete a project of their choice that is tailored to their
interests. Also, interns will be a part of the Urban Wildland Half Marathon and 5K Races planning
committee.
BENEFITS OF A SUMMER INTERNSHIP
-Expand your resume to include a wide variety of experiences from teaching to event planning
-Explore the nature center field as a possible career choice; see if it’s right for you
-Add to your list of those professionals who could recommend you for employment
-Work with diverse audiences of all ages
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
• Minimum of two years college study, college graduates are encouraged to apply
• Experience working with youth
• Natural history knowledge
• Interest or experience in environmental education and/or interpretation
• Must pass a background check
• Effective communication skills and ability to be a team player
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
• Essential functions require maintaining physical condition necessary for moderate physical
activity such as standing, hiking, lifting, kneeling, sitting, crouching, twisting, pushing, pulling,
bending, squatting and lifting materials and supplies ranging from 20-40 lbs.
AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL/EQUITABLE OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER/MFD
The City of Richfield is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee, job applicant, or
contractor on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or
expression, disability, age, marital status, genetics, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, familial status,
or membership on a local human rights commission.
This statement applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion,
termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
Human Resources
City of Richfield
February 2020
APPLICATIONS
Application forms, copies of this bulletin and additional information may be obtained at
www.richfieldmn.gov/jobs. Contact Brianna Rodgers, Internship Coordinator at 612-861-9369 or
brodgers@richfieldmn.gov with any questions. Only a completed City of Richfield online
application will be accepted. Please submit cover letter and resume including three references
with your completed City of Richfield application. THE CLOSING DATE FOR SUBMITTING
APPLICATIONS IS WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 26, 2020.
SUMMER INTERN NATURALIST
Posted: February 12, 2020 by MAEE Administration
Category: Wood Lake Nature Center
SALARY
$10/Hour
SITE INFORMATION:
Wood Lake Nature Center is in the heart of the Twin Cities Metropolitan Area. It is a busy urban
park that is comprised of 150-acres of forest, prairie, and cattail marsh habitat, and is dedicated to
high-quality environmental education and interpretive programs. The park has miles of
recreational trails and a nature center facility that is open every day to the public.
SEASON AND TIME COMMITMENT
The Summer Intern Naturalist position is a 12 week position. Position starts June 8 and goes
through August 28, 2020 (dates are flexible). This position is approximately 30 hours per week,
Monday through Friday; 8:30 am to 3:00 pm. Applicant must be available to work Saturday, July
25th, 2020.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Summer Intern Naturalists will join a dynamic staff to offer the best quality educational, recreational
and natural experiences possible for visitors. Interns will participate in training that will support the
design and instruction of summer camps and other environmental education and interpretive
programming. Interns also assist with a variety of daily and summer-long projects as they arise
(prairie management, exotic species control, trail maintenance, exhibit and displays, instruct
volunteers and event planning). Interns complete a project of their choice that is tailored to their
interests. Also, interns will be a part of the Urban Wildland Half Marathon and 5K Races planning
committee.
BENEFITS OF A SUMMER INTERNSHIP
-Expand your resume to include a wide variety of experiences from teaching to event planning
-Explore the nature center field as a possible career choice; see if it’s right for you
-Add to your list of those professionals who could recommend you for employment
-Work with diverse audiences of all ages
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
• Minimum of two years college study, college graduates are encouraged to apply
• Experience working with youth
• Natural history knowledge
• Interest or experience in environmental education and/or interpretation
• Must pass a background check
• Effective communication skills and ability to be a team player
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
• Essential functions require maintaining physical condition necessary for moderate physical
activity such as standing, hiking, lifting, kneeling, sitting, crouching, twisting, pushing, pulling,
bending, squatting and lifting materials and supplies ranging from 20-40 lbs.
AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL/EQUITABLE OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER/MFD
The City of Richfield is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee, job applicant, or
contractor on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or
expression, disability, age, marital status, genetics, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, familial status,
or membership on a local human rights commission.
This statement applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion,
termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
Human Resources
City of Richfield
February 2020
APPLICATIONS
Application forms, copies of this bulletin and additional information may be obtained at
www.richfieldmn.gov/jobs. Contact Brianna Rodgers, Internship Coordinator at 612-861-9369 or
brodgers@richfieldmn.gov with any questions. Only a completed City of Richfield online
application will be accepted. Please submit cover letter and resume including three references
with your completed City of Richfield application. THE CLOSING DATE FOR SUBMITTING
APPLICATIONS IS WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 26, 2020.
SALARY
$10/Hour
SITE INFORMATION:
Wood Lake Nature Center is in the heart of the Twin Cities Metropolitan Area. It is a busy urban
park that is comprised of 150-acres of forest, prairie, and cattail marsh habitat, and is dedicated to
high-quality environmental education and interpretive programs. The park has miles of
recreational trails and a nature center facility that is open every day to the public.
SEASON AND TIME COMMITMENT
The Summer Intern Naturalist position is a 12 week position. Position starts June 8 and goes
through August 28, 2020 (dates are flexible). This position is approximately 30 hours per week,
Monday through Friday; 8:30 am to 3:00 pm. Applicant must be available to work Saturday, July
25th, 2020.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Summer Intern Naturalists will join a dynamic staff to offer the best quality educational, recreational
and natural experiences possible for visitors. Interns will participate in training that will support the
design and instruction of summer camps and other environmental education and interpretive
programming. Interns also assist with a variety of daily and summer-long projects as they arise
(prairie management, exotic species control, trail maintenance, exhibit and displays, instruct
volunteers and event planning). Interns complete a project of their choice that is tailored to their
interests. Also, interns will be a part of the Urban Wildland Half Marathon and 5K Races planning
committee.
BENEFITS OF A SUMMER INTERNSHIP
-Expand your resume to include a wide variety of experiences from teaching to event planning
-Explore the nature center field as a possible career choice; see if it’s right for you
-Add to your list of those professionals who could recommend you for employment
-Work with diverse audiences of all ages
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
• Minimum of two years college study, college graduates are encouraged to apply
• Experience working with youth
• Natural history knowledge
• Interest or experience in environmental education and/or interpretation
• Must pass a background check
• Effective communication skills and ability to be a team player
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
• Essential functions require maintaining physical condition necessary for moderate physical
activity such as standing, hiking, lifting, kneeling, sitting, crouching, twisting, pushing, pulling,
bending, squatting and lifting materials and supplies ranging from 20-40 lbs.
AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL/EQUITABLE OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER/MFD
The City of Richfield is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee, job applicant, or
contractor on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or
expression, disability, age, marital status, genetics, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, familial status,
or membership on a local human rights commission.
This statement applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion,
termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
Human Resources
City of Richfield
February 2020
APPLICATIONS
Application forms, copies of this bulletin and additional information may be obtained at
www.richfieldmn.gov/jobs. Contact Brianna Rodgers, Internship Coordinator at 612-861-9369 or
brodgers@richfieldmn.gov with any questions. Only a completed City of Richfield online
application will be accepted. Please submit cover letter and resume including three references
with your completed City of Richfield application. THE CLOSING DATE FOR SUBMITTING
APPLICATIONS IS WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 26, 2020.