Manatee County Government, Work That Matters · 1 week ago
Spring Environmental Education Intern III (OPS)
Bradenton, FL
Internship
Onsite
Intern
$18/hr - $18/hr
Start in 2026 SpringManatee County Government is committed to providing impactful work experiences, and they are seeking a Spring Environmental Education Intern. The intern will design and deliver interpretive environmental education programming, assist with volunteer offerings, and create marketing materials for various parks and preserves.
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Responsibilities
This is a 10-20 hour per week internship, including Saturdays and a flexible weekday schedule. The internship will last until May 2026
The Natural Resources Department has an active Education and Volunteer Division that provides a variety of hands-on interpretive environmental education programs as well as volunteer offerings throughout the County's parks and preserves
Staff are also responsible for creating marketing material, interpretive signage, and brochures for each site
The successful Spring semester intern will work in the Education and Volunteer Division to design and deliver interpretive environmental education programming at various preserves and the NEST education center at Robinson Preserve
The intern will work with education staff to lead activities, maintain and store equipment, and assist with other programs
Each Intern will be required to propose, develop, implement, and document 1 to 2 interpretive, environmental education activities or lesson plans, which will serve as a lasting result of their internship
Work will be conducted in both an indoor/office environment and outdoors
Sitting and focusing for long periods and the use of a computer will be required
Work outdoors will be conducted in a variety of weather conditions including heat, insects, and rain, and may require standing for long periods and lifting objects up to 60 lbs. with assistance
The successful intern will be able to work in a team or independently
In some cases, County vehicles will be available for transportation, however, the intern should be prepared to transport themselves to and from all work sites in a private/personal vehicle
All equipment and materials necessary for summer camp programming, lesson plan design, and other required duties will be provided
Interns will have access to a laptop computer, and copier, and will be provided a workspace in the office
Performs other duties as requested
Qualification
Required
Junior or Senior in College/University
Applicants from all fields, including but not limited to recreation, education, or environmental studies, with a strong interest in public service or public administration are welcome to apply
Valid driver's license may be required
Ability to work outdoors with volunteers and program participants
Ability to work with a variety of different age groups including children and adults
Knowledge of, or ability to quickly learn, Florida's wildlife, plants, and habitats
Knowledge of, or ability to quickly learn, basic educational and interpretive techniques
Excellent customer service skills
Desire to share nature with the public
Ability to work at a computer to utilize software such as MS Word, PowerPoint, or Canva to create program documents and marketing materials
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others
Ability to communicate clearly and work with audience of all ages
Ability to maintain concentration on complex projects for extended periods
Experience working in the outdoors in various forms of outdoor recreation
Ability to work in a team environment as well as the ability to work independently
Company
Manatee County Government, Work That Matters
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