Job Summary
Naturalist Interns work a minimum of 20 hours/week for 10 weeks under the supervision of the Director/Naturalist. Experience will include teaching, field work, buildings and grounds maintenance and writing for the BNC newsletter.
Job Duties
- Assist with environmental educational programs for organized groups and the general public
- Coordinate and lead the summer VolunTeen program
- Participate in conservation projects
- Help with maintenance of grounds and trails
- Clean and maintain nature center aquariums and terrariums
- Staff building on assigned Saturdays
- Attend BNC Annual Board Meeting
- Write a minimum of one article for the BNC quarterly newsletter
- Identify and complete one independent project in specific area of interest
Minimum Skills
- High school graduate with a desire to work in environmental education or outdoor recreation
- Ability to pass background check
- Ability to work well both independently and with a group
- Experience teaching or supervising children
- Ability to present in front of an audience
- General knowledge of native flora and fauna
Compensation
- $10.00/hour
- Training in environmental education techniques, conservation projects and native plant and animal identification
- Flexible work schedule
How to Apply
Brillion Nature Center employs one Summer Naturalist Intern each year. Candidates may apply by sending a resume and cover letter to Brillion Nature Center, 315 S. Main Street, Brillion, WI 54110 or louie@brillionnaturecenter.net. |