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BINDER PARK ZOO · 1 week ago

Education Intern (SUMMER SEASON)

Battle Creek, MI

Internship

Onsite

Intern

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

Binder Park Zoo is an operator of a zoo that conserves animals and nature.

Founded in 1975

Battle Creek, Michigan, USA

51-200 employees

https://binderparkzoo.org

Funding

Current Stage

Growth Stage

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