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BINDER PARK ZOO · 1 week ago

Education Intern (SUMMER SEASON)

positionBattle Creek, MI
timeInternship
remoteOnsite
seniorityIntern

BINDER PARK ZOO is dedicated to connecting people with nature and inspiring conservation efforts. They are seeking an Education Intern to assist in teaching various educational programs and work on a project throughout the summer.

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Responsibilities

Assisting with teaching Education programs including overnights, camps, informal interpretation, on-grounds and outreach programs, etc
Working on a project assignment of your choosing from a selection offered and overseen by Education Programs Manager
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Working with staff, volunteers, and other interns as needed
Communicating using hand held radios
Relating positively with diverse groups of people (guests, staff, and volunteers)
Teaching a variety of Education programs as needed
Aiding Education staff in organizing and streamlining existing and future programs and documents
Complying with all Binder Park Zoo policies and procedures
Participating in team-oriented zoo projects as needed

Qualification

Teaching experienceBiology knowledgeZoology knowledgeInterpersonal skillsEnglish proficiencyCommunication skillsProject managementWork independently

Required

Current college student majoring in biology, zoology, education, or a related field
Proof of negative TB test within two years and proof of TDAP vaccine within ten years
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Ability to work a flexible schedule including weekends and holidays
Ability to read, speak, and write English in order to fulfill job functions in an understandable way
Ability to sit, stand, bend, lift and move intermittently
Ability to lift and carry 50 pounds
Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions
Ability to participate in Overnights, which are mostly on weekends, 4:00pm to 12:00pm the following morning. Shifts may include 18-20 hours with short periods of sleep on a hard surface

Preferred

Previous teaching experience a plus

Company

BINDER PARK ZOO

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Binder Park Zoo is an operator of a zoo that conserves animals and nature.
dateFounded in 1975
location
Battle Creek, Michigan, USA
people-size51-200 employees
web-link
https://binderparkzoo.org

Funding

Current Stage
Growth Stage

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