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February 2010
The Director manages all activities of the Office of Environmental Sustainability, reports to the Mayor of Milwaukee and has cabinet level stature. This position advises and assists the Mayor, Common Council and City departments on strategies, policies and practices to improve Milwaukee’s environmental performance related to air and water quality, energy efficiency and conservation, recycling, solid waste reduction and green sector job creation/business development. Applications due February 12, 2010.
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service -St. Croix Wetland Management District is offering a Student Temporary Employment Position (STEP) for the 2010 summer field season. Student will supervise the work of 4-5 high school students during the summer field season. The position is only open to students who will not graduate before the end ofthe fall semester, 2010. Apply by February 12, 2010.
Woodland Dunes is seeking an individual to initiate and pursue development and marketing strategies, to assist the director and to coordinate fund-raising. Applications due February 15, 2010.
Join our team of educators and volunteers in the Zoological Society of Milwaukee’s Karen Peck Katz Conservation Education Center at the Milwaukee County Zoo. You’ll work with youth ages 2-14 in our 2010 Summer Camps. Our education programs are designed to help children develop environmental and scientific knowledge through fun, hands-on learning. Application due Feb. 15, 2010.
The Seney National Wildlife Refuge in Michigan's Upper Peninsula is looking for an intern to help organize and conduct special events, present interpretive talks, walks, auto tours, and environmental education programs. The intern may also assist with specials projects (news articles, web site, self-guided pamphlets, signs, native garden and exhibits). Applications are due by February 20, 2010.
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service at Necedah National Wildlife Refuge is seeking an Intern to deliver hands-on, interpretive programs each week and weekends. The intern will also help develop new activities, programs, and check out materials and assist with two or three special events including planning, preparation, marketing, and delivery. You may also have the opportunity to assist other refuge staff, partners, students, and volunteers with any publication development and special needs related to public use within the Refuge’s mission. Applications are due by February 25, 2010.
The DeLano Farms Manager position is a regular, full-time position with responsibilities including, but not limited to, overall management of the DeLano Farms with emphasis on the development of a Community Supported Agricultural (CSA) model. Responsibilities include crop production, planning and management, care of animals, staff supervision, budget management, planning, marketing, procurement, and shareholder relations. This position will work with KNC educators in providing opportunities for the public to experience and learn about sustainable agriculture. Application Deadline is February 26, 2010.
The Cloud Forest School is situated on 106 protected acres in one of the world’s most beautiful, diverse and endangered ecosystems – the cloud forest of Monteverde, Costa Rica. Their mission is “to encourage a new generation of ecologically aware, bilingual individuals with the skills and motivation to make environmentally and socially conscious decisions on a local, national and global scale”. Job duties include developing K-11th grade environmental education curriculum in collaboration with other teachers and teaching 7-11th grade environmental science courses based on AAAS environmental science framework.
Student Temporary Employment Program (STEP) positions will be available in summer 2010 at St. Croix National Scenic Riverway: Visitor Use Assistant, Park Guide, General Park Ranger, and SCA internships. Application due by March 1, 2010.
Interim position at Sherburne National Wildlife Refuge in Zimmerman, MN. Good opportunity for a recent graduate or someone looking for experience with the National Wildlife Refuge System. Official announcement pending. Inquiries currently being accepted.
March 2010
Visitor services interns play a key role in administration of the Hiawatha National Forest Service's multiple use mission. This position is based in Munising, MI. Responsibilities include visitor center information assistant, naturalist/interpreter, and summer program coordination. Applications due March 1, 2010.
The National Park Service (NPS) offers beautiful and challenging environments with internship programs intended to provide working experience to augment your degree program. Natural and cultural resource management, park ranger, and facility management internships are available with the NPS at Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore in Empire, Michigan. Applications for summer internships must be received no later than March 1, 2010.
Visitor Services Associate will greet visitors, collect and account for fees and disseminate
information. Candidates should be able to provide answers to visitor questions concerning the recreational opportunities within the state park and surrounding areas as well as provide directions/routes of travel; inform visitors of potential safety hazards. Summer LTE position. Application due by March 5, 2010.
This position has a two-fold purpose. First, the Outdoor Learning Center Director is the primary administrator of the Center. The Director has primary oversight for physical facilities, budget and finance, programming, personnel, and public relations. Secondly, as a faculty member of the University of Wisconsin-Extension, the 4-H Environmental Education Specialist is responsible for providing statewide leadership for 4-H Youth Development environmental education programming. Application due March 16, 2010.
The Central Wisconsin Environmental Station is now accepting applications for Summer 2010 Counselor/Naturalist positions. The Central Wisconsin Environmental Station offers summer camp experiences for youth and families. Traditional camps, adventure trips, day camps, family camps and a Natural Resources careers exploration workshop are all part of the summer camp experience. If you are looking to build your resume with a challenging and rewarding experience that will leave you with memories that last a lifetime, apply today!
Outdoor Ministry Team Members serve as full-time volunteers at Camp Gray, a Catholic retreat center and summer camp located in central Wisconsin. Team members lead and facilitate environmental, teambuilding, and spiritual retreats for middle and high school students. Applications due March 1, 2010.
April 2010
This co-op position will be working mainly at the visitor center performing a variety of interpretive related duties to include: development of printed materials; conducting on and off site programs to include schools and civic organizations; staffing the visitor center information desk; conducting lock and dam tours; assisting with eagle watches; and participating in special events throughout the year. Application deadline is April 15, 2010.
Full-time, seasonal educator position at Lorado Taft Field Campus in Northern Illinois. Applications reviewed immediately. Position open until filled.
May 2010
Discovery World in Milwaukee is looking for a summer camp intern to help assist program educators and camp coordinator. You will be helping students and teachers with various experiments, projects, and activities. You should be comfortable teaching science related topics. Application deadline is May 15, 2010.
The Discovery World in Milwaukee is looking for an idependent, motivated, organized person to teach interactive camps this summer. They are looking for responsible, enthusiastic, customer service-minded individuals to work closely with our Camp Coordinator and Summer Camp Interns to implement Discovery World’s Summer Camp Program. Application deadline is May 15, 2010.
June 2010
Seasonal interpretive naturalist positions with Superior National Forest. The position duties include presenting naturalist programs of varying types to visitors and helping to develop new programming. This is a student hire, but not an internship (though one can be arranged). Position is at a GS-4 level from June 7 through September 4.
Ongoing
The Conservation Education Department of the Racine Zoo is dedicated to promoting awareness of conservation issues through engaging, educational, and entertaining zoo experiences. A Conservation Education Interns assist the Conservation Education Department in fulfilling the educational mission of the Zoo. Racine Zoo interns are valuable members of our team. Interns are accepted quarterly, apply as early as possible.
The Bubolz Nature Preserve in Appleton, WI is looking for volunteers who enjoy being outdoors and teaching children. Guide field trips for students grades pre-K to 12th. Topics include, GPS, Maple Syrup, XC Skiing, Snowshoeing, Water, Ponds, Insects, Trees, Rocks, Structures of Life, Sensory Hikes, and many more! Very flexible schedule from Tuesday- Friday. Programs are usually between the hours of 8am and 4pm.
Download the free Green Careers Resource Guide - designed to assist career development professionals, but also of use to self-directed students, career explorers, job seekers, and career changers. This downloadable guide was originally developed by Jim Cassio for attendees of the 2007 International Career Development Conference, and in response to positive feedback, Cassio has made it publicly available.
Do you have passion for the outdoors and teaching others about it? This is the job for you! Work for UW-Extension and spend your days hiking and canoeing while teaching children in a beautiful setting right on the Wisconsin River. This position is a great way to broaden your skills by teaching natural and cultural programs, outdoor recreation and low ropes initiatives, as well as learning to schedule and coordinate.
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