Conservation Associate/Internship with the Conservancy of Southwest Florida
Naples, Florida

NAPLES NATURE DISCOVERY CENTER: Care for live exhibits, consisting of over 125 species of wildlife. Assist staff with animal collection at coastal locations. Teach ecological programs to audiences of all ages and provide tours and assist with lecture series, school programs and special events. 6-9 month positions available on a rotating basis.

WILDLIFE REHABILITATION CENTER: Assist in care and treatment of injured, sick and orphaned Florida wildlife together with cleaning and maintenance of facility. Position includes rehabilitation, animal rescue, daily feedings and animal handling. 6 month commitment required. Previous experience or skills handling wildlife preferred.

ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY/NAPLES OFFICE: Assist Policy Department staff in researching environmental issues on a local, regional, state or federal level, tracking environmental issues, and assisting in administrative duties as well as writing research summaries and policy position statements. Position may include opportunities to plan and develop reports, conferences and activities relating to community outreach on policy issues. BS or BA in environmental policy or the natural sciences preferred.

ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE FIELD RESEARCH: Assist the Environmental Science staff in a variety of research projects that may include wetland assessments, water quality monitoring, mangrove research, panther habitat survey, or sea turtle research. Additional duties as assigned are data entry, sample processing, and equipment maintenance. BS or BA in a scientific field required. Willingness to work outdoors in humid conditions and ability to learn field survey techniques. 6 month positions available on a rotating basis.

ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION/SUMMER DAY CAMP: Teach a variety of lessons in science and ecology both on and off site at an 8-week education intensive summer camp. Assist lead counselors with program development, and delivery to K-8th grade. Serve as a responsible counselor and positive role model. Lead games, crafts and field trips to area wildlife locations such as beaches, swamps and parks. Must have an academic background in science, education or comparable discipline. Teaching experience preferred. Position open May 21 to August 8, 2008. (some flexibility on start date).

Qualifications:
Minimum of senior in college for all applicants, strong commitment to the conservation of biodiversity, environmental quality, and natural resources. Plus other qualifications listed for individual internship.The conservancy is a drug free and smoke free workplace. Non-compliance will result in immediate dismissal.

Application Procedure:
Call, write or email your request for an application. Send application, cover letter, resume, and transcripts to: Sharon Truluck, Human Resources Director, Conservancy of Southwest Florida, 1450 Merrihue drive, Naples, fl 34102. Phone: 239-403-4213. Email address: internships@conservancy.org. Web site: www.conservancy.org.