Education Intern (SUMMER SEASON)
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Job Location:
Battle Creek, MI - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
9 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
EDUCATION INTERN (SUMMER SEASON)
Mission Statement: Connect. Inspire. Conserve. Connect people with nature. Inspire them to conserve.
Mission Statement: Connect. Inspire. Conserve. Connect people with nature. Inspire them to conserve.
REPORTS TO:Education Programs Manager
SEASONAL/NON-SEASONAL:Seasonal non-benefited and unpaid
POSITION SUMMARY: Assist the zoo in accomplishing its mission while teaching a variety of Education programs as you work on a project throughout the summer. The Education Internship is an unpaid position that offers college credit based on your college or institutions requirements.
POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
SEASONAL/NON-SEASONAL:Seasonal non-benefited and unpaid
POSITION SUMMARY: Assist the zoo in accomplishing its mission while teaching a variety of Education programs as you work on a project throughout the summer. The Education Internship is an unpaid position that offers college credit based on your college or institutions requirements.
POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
- Current college student majoring in biology zoology education or a related field.
- Proof of negative TB test within two years and proof of TDAP vaccine within ten years.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Previous teaching experience a plus.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Assisting with teaching Education programs including overnights camps informal interpretation on-grounds and outreach programs etc.
- Working on a project assignment of your choosing from a selection offered and overseen by Education Programs Manager.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
- Working with staff volunteers and other interns as needed.
- Communicating using hand held radios.
- Relating positively with diverse groups of people (guests staff and volunteers).
OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Teaching a variety of Education programs as needed.
- Aiding Education staff in organizing and streamlining existing and future programs and documents.
- Complying with all Binder Park Zoo policies and procedures.
- Participating in team-oriented zoo projects as needed.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:N/A
PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS:
- Ability to work a flexible schedule including weekends and holidays.
- Ability to read speak and write English in order to fulfill job functions in an understandable way.
- Ability to sit stand bend lift and move intermittently.
- Ability to lift and carry 50 pounds.
- Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
- Ability to participate in Overnights which are mostly on weekends 4:00pm to 12:00pm the following morning. Shifts may include 18-20 hours with short periods of sleep on a hard surface.
Required Experience:
Intern
Key Skills
- Microsoft Office
- Public Relations
- Google Docs
- Data Collection
- MailChimp
- Microsoft Word
- Dermal Fillers
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Research Experience
- Microsoft Excel
- Adobe Photoshop
- Writing Skills
About Company
Connect. Inspire. Conserve. Summer Appeal Join Our Team Memberships Admission closes one hour prior to the zoo closing each day. Twiga Overlook Giraffe Feeding closes 30 minutes prior to the zoo closing. Zoo Office Hours Monday-Friday 9am – 5pm, Saturday 9am – 1pm, Sunday 10am – 1pm F ... View more
