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Organization: Strawberry Hill Nature Center

Position Title: Fall Environmental Internship (mid-September through early December)

Description:

During the spring and fall, the full-time seasonal intern will assist with Strawberry Hill’s environmental education programs and natural resource management projects. The successful applicant will be interested in learning about and assisting with all aspects of the operation of a small nonprofit nature center.

Qualifications:

• Experience working with groups of children; teaching experience a plus
• Enthusiasm for, and a basic knowledge of, the natural world
• Ability to walk/hike the main teaching trails on the preserve
• Ability to work outdoors for extended periods in a wide range of weather
• Excellent communication skills
• Enthusiastic self-starter who enjoys working in a small organization
• Must have own transportation

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Teach students of all ages, both in the field and in the classroom.
• Maintain Nature Classroom exhibits, displays, and live animals (including snakes).
• Greet visitors to the Nature Classroom. Represent Strawberry Hill at off-site events.
• Perform basic office duties.
• Assist with natural resource management projects and basic trail maintenance.
• Assume other responsibilities as directed by Environmental Education Coordinator or Preserve Manager.

Internship Stipends & Accommodations

Private housing (a cottage by a singing stream) and a $150/week stipend

Application:

If you are interested in being considered for a seasonal internship at Strawberry Hill, send your resume and cover letter Mr. Eddy Rubin, Environmental Education Coordinator, Strawberry Hill Nature Preserve, 1537 Mt. Hope Road, Fairfield PA 17320-9420. You may also email your materials to eddy@strawberryhill.org.

Contact:

Eddy Rubin

Environmental Education Coordinator

1537 Mt. Hope Road

Fairfield, PA 17320-9420

Email: eddy@strawberryhill.org

Closing Date: September 1, 2009

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