Education Program Intern
Description: We are looking for a college junior, senior, or graduate with course work in education, biological sciences, and/or public interpretation for a 20-30 hour per week, 10 week long internship. Other time commitments can be negotiated.
What we offer...
Unfortunately, we cannot offer a salary, but we do offer the following benefits:
- The chance to further develop your skills and resume.
- The experience in a variety of public education programs for a diverse range of audiences.
- A creative environment with a supportive staff that provide opportunities for you take the initiative on projects that are meaningful and fun.
- Letters of reference for future job opportunities.
- A chance to join the Zoo in it’s efforts to save endangered species and the environment.
- The Zoo...you get to visit every day!
What would I do as an intern?
The Education Deptartment has a variety of education programs throughout the year. We have interns work in several areas for the broadest range of experience. Possible assignments include:
- Assisting with outreach programs to local K-12 classrooms or Nursing Homes
- Writing educational materials
- Curriculum writing
- Program evaluation
- Interpretive program development
- Education animal handling
Duration: Start/end dates are flexible with spring and summer, and fall being our busiest time. 20 - 30 hours per week; some weekend, and holiday work required. Salary: This is a non-paid position.
How to apply:
Send your resume with cover letter that answers the following questions:
- What kind of course work and/or experience do you have working in science?
- What kind of course work and/or experience do you have working with or around animals?
- What kind of course work and/or experience do you have working with children, teens, adults?
From the letters/resumes, we will select interns to be interviewed.
Mail resumes to :
RHWA Volunteer Services/Education Internship
625 N. Hedville Rd.
Salina, Ks 67401
Any questions call 785-827-9488 ext. 117
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