Great Lakes Education Intern - ONSITE - Iroquois National Wildlife Refuge

Environment for the Americas • Town of Alabama, NY

6d • $680 • Onsite

About The Position

The proposed duties of this position will include a variety of field and office work opportunities to provide the intern with a diverse breadth of experience that could be applied to future conservation-related positions. The intern will focus primarily on delivering K-12 education programs, assisting with recreational education related to fishing and hunting, and helping to coordinate community outreach and volunteer activities.

Requirements

• Be a U.S. citizen or legal resident
• Be between the ages of 18–30, or up to 35 if a veteran
• Be willing to undergo a background check upon hiring
• Have a valid driver’s license and a good driving record
• Major field of study relevant to the position, including arts, history, or education
• Completion of two or more years of college-level course work.
• Knowledge of or interest in conservation, wildlife management, or related fields.
• Knowledge of or interest in fishing and/or hunting.
• Ability to work with people of all ages.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Willingness to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Good attitude and willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Supporting park ranger staff in the implementation of Great Lakes environmental education programs for K-12 visitors and the general public.
• Assisting with fishing and hunting education, including instructing others in how to fish and/or hunt and how to identify appropriate species.
• Helping organize and facilitate community outreach events and volunteer opportunities.
• Participating in visitor engagement and interpretation, providing information about refuge resources and conservation efforts.
• Assisting with data entry and maintenance of records related to projects and visitor interactions.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed