Wildlife Education Intern: Inspire Public & Students

Turpentine Creek Wildlife Refuge; Eureka Springs (AR); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Turpentine Creek Wildlife Refuge in Eureka Springs, Arkansas, is seeking a full-time Education Intern for a 6-month internship. The intern will develop and present educational programming to the public and assist in organizing special events and tours.

The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's Degree in a related field, excellent research, public speaking skills, and experience working with children. Opportunities for educational advancement will be provided.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in a related field preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word applications.
• Experience working with children preferred.

Responsibilities

• Present educational programs to the public and special group tours.
• Assist in planning and presenting programs for special animal holidays.
• Research and develop educational programming.
• Organize/present school groups at the refuge and offsite.
• Write educational articles for the website, blog posts, and newsletter.
• Assist in planning summer day camps and special events.

Skills

Public speaking

Teamwork

Research skills

Education programming

Microsoft Word

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Education, Communications, Wildlife Interpretation, Life Sciences

Job description

Turpentine Creek Wildlife Refuge in Eureka Springs, Arkansas, is seeking a full-time Education Intern for a 6-month internship. The intern will develop and present educational programming to the public and assist in organizing special events and tours.

The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's Degree in a related field, excellent research, public speaking skills, and experience working with children. Opportunities for educational advancement will be provided.