Environmental Education & Community Outreach Intern
Rhode Island National Wildlife Refuge will be hiring a Hispanic Access Foundation Intern to work with April Alix, Conservation Program Coordinator, to support the efforts of the Providence Parks Urban Wildlife Refuge Partnership. The intern will focus on: 1) environmental education – with field trips to Ninigret National Wildlife Refuge, 2) creating/implementing engaging nature programs at several Providence Parks, and 3) community outreach.
- Creating and conducting environmental education programs – both in Providence and at Ninigret National Wildlife Refuge;
- Work with a variety of community and conservation partners to offer interpretive programs and hikes to connect with urban nature at several Providence Parks;
- Community outreach to engage the public in wildlife conservation in their neighborhood parks.
This position requires good communication skills and the ability to interact with diverse groups of people, specifically urban families including adults and children. Most appropriate for students with an interest in program development and delivery and/or interpretive and environmental education. In addition, this position requires the intern to work independently, after receiving proper training. While not required, skills in blending art with nature would be a benefit.
This is a paid internship. The intern will receive a weekly stipend of $400 based on a 40-hour workweek. A weekly transportation stipend is available if needed. A housing stipend will be provided, interns must be living in or around Providence to travel to work sites. A weekly transportation stipend is available for transportation to/from work sites. A personal vehicle is required for travel since supplies would need to be taken to the city parks.
Timeframe:
This is a 12-week internship. The tentative start date is Tuesday, May 28, 2019, the end date is Monday, August 19, 2019. Interns will be expected to attend 2 conferences held at the beginning and end of the term. Travel expenses will be covered by HAF.
Application Deadline
Applications are due by February 1, 2019 11:59pm EST. You will be asked to submit a resume with your application. Final decisions will be made by the end of February 2019.
Eligibility:
- Enrolled in an undergraduate or degree seeking program at an accredited university/institution OR have graduated within the past year
- Knowledge of or strong interest in areas pertaining to program development and delivery, biology, community outreach, environmental education
- Candidates between the ages 18 to 35
- Possess US citizenship or residency
- Being able to work with people of all ages, experience working with the public is desirable
- Ability to work with a team and independently
- Enthusiasm for working outside, positive attitude, self starter, physically fit and organized
- Valid Driver's License required
- Personal vehicle will be required to get to and from work sites
- Participate in a standard U.S. Government background check if selected