Youth & Family Programs Intern: Outdoor Education

The Pennsylvania State University; State College (Centre County); Sur place; USD 22 000 - 23 000; Temps partiel

Résumé du poste

The Arboretum at Penn State offers paid, part-time internships for undergraduates and graduates to gain experience in environmental education within a botanic children's garden setting. Interns will help develop and facilitate nature-based programs and work with youth and family education staff.

Positions run for 16 weeks (May 3–August 20, 2027) with typical hours 8:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m. on weekdays; some evenings and weekends may be required.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in or recent graduates from an undergraduate or graduate degree program.
• Interest in environmental education pursued during studies or career goals.
• Background in education, recreation, natural science, human development, or related field is an asset.

Responsabilités

• Develop, facilitate, and evaluate outdoor learning experiences, educational activities, lesson plans, and programs.
• Embrace growth mindset, leadership, and professional engagement opportunities.
• Enroll in the mandatory Canvas course Upskill Penn State (9-week non-credit).
• Participate in paid, regularly scheduled community education days.

Connaissances

Interest in environmental education

Public relations skills

Team collaboration

Formation

Enrolled student or recent graduate

Description du poste

The Arboretum at Penn State offers paid, part-time internships for undergraduates and graduates to gain experience in environmental education within a botanic children's garden setting. Interns will help develop and facilitate nature-based programs and work with youth and family education staff.

Positions run for 16 weeks (May 3–August 20, 2027) with typical hours 8:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m. on weekdays; some evenings and weekends may be required.