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City Parks Foundation · 5 months ago

Eco Innovators College Intern (Part-time)

New York, NY

Internship

Hybrid

Intern

$18/hr - $18/hr

Start in 2026 Winter

City Parks Foundation is dedicated to transforming New York City parks into vibrant centers of urban life through various community programs. They are seeking a College Intern to assist the Eco-Innovators Afterschool Program Manager in providing instruction and guidance to high school interns, focusing on environmental education and community engagement.

CommunitiesEducationNon Profit

No H1B

Responsibilities

Directly support and assist Program Manager with implementation of afterschool programs

Co-facilitate lessons, activities, service-learning projects, and field experiences

Help design engaging, age-appropriate, inquiry-based, experiential environmental education activities

Provide logistical support and comprehensive general administrative duties as needed

Support the gathering of materials, photos, and anecdotes of the program

Assist with data collection and recordkeeping

Help in managing student safety during environmental stewardship programs

Engage in physical activity in outdoor settings

Commit to and travel to the program sites throughout the boroughs

Qualification

Environmental science knowledgeYouth development understandingYouthScientific methods understandingPassion for socio-environmental changeCultural awareness

Required

Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in education, ecology, biology, environmental science, or related field

Experience working with and building rapport with youth a plus

Awareness of current environmental issues and passion for socio-environmental change

Understanding of scientific methods and science inquiry practices

Interest in working with students from diverse cultural and socio-economic backgrounds

Company

City Parks Foundation

City Parks Foundation (CPF) is the only independent, nonprofit organization whose mission is to offer programs in public parks throughout the five boroughs of New York City.

Founded in 1989