Summer Naturalist Internship- Avon, CO
Organization: Walking Mountains Science Center
Internship Title: Summer Naturalist internship
Location: Avon, CO
Hours and Compensation: Housing plus $175 per week stipend
Position Dates (if applicable): Several positions May 31 to September 9, 2012
Benefits: Housing
Application Deadline: March 15, 2012
Posted On: February 6, 2012
Organization Overview
Our mission to awaken a sense of wonder and inspire environmental stewardship through natural science education is carried on through a team of professionals, graduate students, and volunteers who deliver programs to thousands.
At Walking Mountains Science Center, we believe that nature is for everyone. Children and adults. Amateur naturalists and graduate educators. Residents and visitors.
Description
Join Walking Mountains Science Center for an unforgettable experience working with people of all ages in the outdoors. Grow as an environmental educator and interpreter and create an incredible network of contacts for your future career.
Responsibilities
As a naturalist, you will receive two weeks of training and your main duties will be to plan and present nature walks, talks, and evening programs, and staffing visitor center desks at Walking Mountains Science Center and each of our partner locations (US Forest Service – White River National Forest; Vail Nature Center; Vail Resorts’ Nature Discovery Center and Sylvan Lake State Park).
Naturalists will rotate through a schedule of staffing four nature/visitor centers, guiding hikes for multiage groups, preparing and teaching natural history lessons to children in local recreation district day camps, conducting outreach at information booths for local events and assisting in on-going Science Center projects.
Qualifications
• Enthusiasm for educating others about the natural environment and living in the Rockies;
• At least three years of education in a BA/BS degree in natural science, education, or an environmentally-related field;
• Ability to obtain current First Aid and CPR certifications before summer begins;
• Interest in working flexible hours (including evenings and weekends);
• Ability to hike 5 miles carrying 30 lbs. and to work in all weather conditions outside;
• Excellent oral communication skills;
• Positive, self-motivated, organized and creative individuals who can work independently and as a team. Walking Mountains Science Center hires friendly, energetic and professional people.
How to Apply
Email a cover letter, resume, and three references to Lara Carlson, email address: larac@walkingmountains.
p.o. box 9469
318 Walking Mountains Lane
Avon, CO 81620
970.827.9725
