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Summer Naturalist Intern

Posted: February 16, 2022 by MAEE Administration

Category: Wood Lake Nature Center

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Summer Naturalist Intern
Job Type
  • Internship - Paid
Organization Wood Lake Nature Center
Job Description

SALARY

$12.54/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 31, 2022 (dates are flexible).  This position is approximately 30 hours per week, Monday through Friday; 8:30 am to 3:00 pm (hours are flexible). Applicant must be available to work Saturday, July 30, 2022.

 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

  • High school diploma
  • Interest or experience in environmental education and/or interpretation
  • Must pass a background check
  • Effective communication skills and ability to be a team player

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • 1-2 years college study
  • Experience working with youth
  • Natural history knowledge

 

  • Essential functions require 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.

APPLICATIONS

Application forms, copies of this bulletin and additional information may be obtained at www.cityofrichfield.org/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 28, 2022.

Location Richfield, MN
Expires 2022-02-28
Link https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/richfieldmn/jobs/3402986/summer-intern-naturalist?pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs
MAEE Partner Wood Lake Nature Center
Summer Naturalist Intern
  • Internship - Paid
Wood Lake Nature Center
Location: Richfield, MN
Expires: 2022-02-28
Link: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/richfieldmn/jobs/3402986/summer-intern-naturalist?pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs
MAEE Partner: Wood Lake Nature Center
Job Description:

SALARY

$12.54/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 31, 2022 (dates are flexible).  This position is approximately 30 hours per week, Monday through Friday; 8:30 am to 3:00 pm (hours are flexible). Applicant must be available to work Saturday, July 30, 2022.

 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

  • High school diploma
  • Interest or experience in environmental education and/or interpretation
  • Must pass a background check
  • Effective communication skills and ability to be a team player

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • 1-2 years college study
  • Experience working with youth
  • Natural history knowledge

 

  • Essential functions require 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.

APPLICATIONS

Application forms, copies of this bulletin and additional information may be obtained at www.cityofrichfield.org/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 28, 2022.

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