Phipps is accepting applications for a 1-year paid internship position in Science Education for 2013. Available to undergraduate through graduate students. Application deadline Dec 31, 2012. See details below.
GENERAL SUMMARY: ?The intern will become an invaluable team member in Phipps? Science Education department, helping to strengthen and create new youth-focused education and outreach initiatives in the areas of environmental conservation and sustainability, art and science, and healthy living, with the core of building a positive relationship between humanity and the environment.
This paid internship spans 12 months, starting January 2013, with up to 40 hours/week during the summer months and 15-20 hours/week during the school year. Some evening and weekend work will be required. Intern may participate in many of Phipps? classes at no cost (except applicable material fees).
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:? Work closely with Science Education staff and volunteers in various capacities to a) develop and teach cross-disciplinary, participatory programs including: summer camps, afterschool and weekend programs for youth and families, on-site and off-site school programs, scouts and brownies badge programs, programs for homeschool groups, and outreach for under-resourced youth, b) assist in developing programs that connect youth to environment-focused scientists and provide educational enrichment for formal and informal educators, and c) represent Phipps at community events, online as applicable, present on Phipps? innovative green initiatives, and other potential duties as needed.
QUALIFICATIONS: Currently enrolled in an undergraduate program at least halfway through the course of study, or one year post-graduate from undergraduate program, or currently enrolled as a graduate student. Degree focus must be in an area related to Phipps? science education department, e.g., environmental education, 
environmental social sciences, environmental communications, ecological or conservation-based biological sciences, or nutrition and dietetics. Must be willing and able to engage public of all ages, have excellent team member and multi-tasking skills, be creative and willing to adapt to changing scenarios, be punctual, self-motivated, and enthusiastic about and committed to helping connect youth and youth-related adults with nature and nature-based sciences.?A valid driver?s license and a car to use for transport for off-site programs (mileage reimbursed) are preferred. Experience working with youth is a plus.
TO APPLY: Submit a cover letter and resume by December 31, 2012 via email to hr@phipps.conservatory.org. Please reference SCIENCE EDUCATION INTERNSHIP in the subject line.
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Source: http://phippsscienceeducation.org/2012/12/02/1-year-paid-internship-oppportunity-in-phipps-science-education-department/
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