Education Intern

Great Parks of Hamilton County • Cincinnati, OH

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About The Position

Great Parks of Hamilton County is seeking a current undergraduate student for a unique opportunity to provide nature education in an urban setting at the Nature Center at The Summit in Roselawn, Ohio. This position will involve researching strategies for effectively delivering nature experiences to the community, evaluating guest responses to current programming, and provide educational programs such as hikes, animal encounters, and nature center open hours.

At Great Parks, our team members work together to preserve and protect natural resources and to provide outdoor recreation and education in order to enhance the quality of life for present and future generations. Be a part of an inclusive organization that enriches the region by inspiring nature-based experiences, celebrating cultural heritage and building strong and healthy communities through our dedicated staff, volunteers and friends.

This internship will run from May through August, working approximately 30 hours per week for 13 weeks.

The internship will conclude with a presentation summarizing your learning objectives and is an opportunity for student interns to highlight and present their summer research projects and educational experiences.

Requirements

• Enrollment in a 2- to 4-year college or university program
• In good academic standing with a 3.0 GPA or higher
• Some experience working with children, group management, and public speaking. and Demonstrable skill in maintaining good public relations and prior experience in customer service.
• Ability to document identity and employment eligibility within three (3) days of original appointment as a condition of employment in compliance with Immigration Reform and Control Act requirements.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the presentation of inclusive interpretive programs focused on local natural/cultural history, environmental topics and sustainability to diverse groups and individuals.
• Communicate factual information in an accurate, educational and entertaining manner utilizing experiential learning techniques whenever possible.
• Work with live animals during presentations; gives demonstrations; uses various forms of technology to enhance programming; distributes written materials; assist with hikes; provides care of program and display animals.
• Assists in creating/maintaining documents as required.
• Represents Great Parks in a positive manner; provides general park information and answers inquiries as needed.
• Monitors safety of trails and program areas; promptly reports problems.
• Provides assistance with programs, special events and other tasks as assigned by the Outreach Manager.
• Performs job duties in accordance with Great Parks' policies, procedures and performance expectations.
• Establish and maintain working relationships with community members, corporate partners, employees and volunteers.
• Works assigned schedule, exhibits regular and punctual attendance and works outside of normal schedule as required.

Benefits

• Benefits include membership in Ohio Public Employees Retirement System and free or discounted use of many Great Parks’ recreational activities.
• Great Parks is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, military status, or any other classification protected under applicable law.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees