Environmental Training Intern

The Trustees of Reservations • Edgartown, MA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Trustees of Reservations is seeking high school applicants to participate in the Environmental Training Summer Internship through the Claire Saltonstall Education Program. This internship offers in-depth learning and leadership opportunities for high school students interested in outdoor environmental work. This Environmental Training Internship is a 6-week commitment, up to 20 hours a week (July & August). The goal of this program is to provide you with the opportunity to explore future career options in the fields of environmental science and conservation & resource management. Through this program, you will not only work with The Trustees, but also attend field trip days to other non-profit island organizations. This rare opportunity will provide you with an in-depth understanding of non-profit environmental work on Martha’s Vineyard.

Requirements

• Be in grades 9-12 or a 2025 high school graduate.
• A strong interest in outdoor environmental careers.
• Demonstrate maturity, dependability, leadership and the ability to work independently and alongside a team.
• Interpersonal and oral communication skills.
• Willing to work outdoors in variable weather conditions.
• Current authorization to work in the United States – a candidate must have such authorization by his or her first day of employment.
• A satisfactory criminal background (CORI) check.
• If under the age of 18, you will need to secure a work permit.
• You will be required to work outdoors and in all weather conditions.

Nice To Haves

• Residents of Martha’s Vineyard are highly encouraged to apply.
• Bilingual skills (English/Portuguese) are a plus!

Responsibilities

• Attend Environmental Training Program Orientation at the Aquinnah Cultural Center.
• Work 3 days/week for 6 weeks starting the week of June 29 and ending the week of August 4 (additional remote work hours in final week to complete final project).
• Have transportation to a designated meeting site (including Chappaquiddick Island). All ferry costs to/from Chappaquiddick properties will be covered.
• Willingly assist with hands-on tasks that include education and presentation to the public, participation in water activities, raking and property clean-up, trail maintenance and brush clearing, and be willing to travel by over-sand vehicles, kayak, utility vehicle, or by foot.
• Assist in outreach activities such as delivering presentations to community groups and staffing informational tables at public events.
• Complete a cumulative project based on the internship experience and present this project to Trustees staff and/or the public.
• Complete an end-of-internship evaluation and be available to provide feedback for the organization in future years.
• Maintain all Trustees safety procedures and follow official rules and regulations of each property.

Benefits

• Employees have access to free and discounted admission and membership to more than 50 nearby museums and cultural institutions.
• Enjoy free entry to all Trustees properties, discount event tickets, and discounted merchandise at our stores and on stays at our inns.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees