Environmental Education Internship

Job Description

Cedar Creek Ecosystem Science Reserve of the University of Minnesota is looking for an out-going, self-motivated individual to serve as an intern for our new and growing community education and outreach programs, including formal K-12 science education programs and our more informal natural history and environmental programs for general audiences.

This is a seasonal full-time position, starting in mid April/May and running through October, 2009. The typical schedule is Monday through Friday 8:00-4:30 with some weekend and evening hours. Pay is $10 per hour and on-site dorm housing is available for approximately $320 per month. This position reports directly to the Community Education Coordinator.

Cedar Creek Ecosystem Science Reserve is an internationally renowned ecological research and education facility, located 35 miles north of the Twin Cities, featuring 5,400 acres of land that encompasses a diverse mosaic of prairie, savanna, bogs, open water, and forests. Cedar Creek also features a recently opened public access park, called Fish Lake Nature Trails. The person in this position would interpret and communicate Cedar Creek's science and natural history to a variety of community audiences.

Duties include:

1. Daily patrol of Fish Lake Nature Trails area for maintenance issues
2. Help organize and assist with school field trips and teacher training workshops at Cedar Creek
3. Write educational activities and create informational brochures, signage and articles related to the research at CCESR
4. Organize and lead natural history interpretive tours for the general public and special interest groups

Minimum Qualifications

Ideal candidate will have either completed a bachelors degree or be in a college program working towards a degree in biology, natural resources, science education, or other related field. Strong verbal and written communication skills are a must. A fundamental knowledge of central Minnesota natural history and ecology is important. Experience working outdoors with school-age children and the general public is helpful.

For more information on applying, follow the link below:

http://www.cedarcreek.umn.edu/about/employment/internships/2009EnvironmentalEducationIntern.shtml