Summer Environmental Education Internship - Kodiak, Alaska

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Deadline to Apply:

Sunday, January 12, 2020, 11:00pm

Organization: 

Address:

Kodiak, AK
United States

January 6, 2020

Job Category:

Internship

Job Type:

Full-time

Overview:

This non-residential science camp runs from June through early August. Each week a different group of children participate in camp. Ages range over the course of the summer from kindergarten through 8th grade. Some camps take place in Kodiak’s rural communities accessible by small plane.

Location: Kodiak Island is the second largest island in the United States.  While the Kodiak National Wildlife Refuge encompasses nearly two million acres of the island, the refuge itself is not accessible by road. Refuge offices, intern housing and Salmon Camp is located on the road system just outside the city limits of Kodiak. 

Short Salmon Camp Video http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gMjtLFj0zJM

Requirements: 

  • U.S. citizen, at least 18 years of age
  • Ability to undergo and pass a background check
  • Valid U.S. driver’s license 
  • Interest in working with youth and in spending time outside rain or shine
  • Available for seasonal training beginning the morning of May 4th (preferably arriving by May 3rd) and for all sessions of camp.
  • End date of August 21st has some flexibility.

Desired background: Degree-seeking students and/or graduates in the fields of environmental studies, environmental education, biology, wildlife conservation, outdoor recreation or similar fields and/or experience with or interest in youth science camps, summer camps, educating youth, scouts, or other related work.

Please note: This is a 40 hour/week, summer-long environmental education internship on an island. If you're looking to spend a summer season on a beautiful Alaskan island dedicated to providing engaging science education to interested young learners, then by all means apply!

During the week, after the work day and on weekends, staff will have free time to hike, go fishing, and otherwise explore and experience Kodiak, AK.

What we provide to interns: Travel to and from Kodiak (within the U.S.), fully furnished housing, vehicle use, and gas provided. $700/month. 

Job Duration:

Seasonal

Temporary

How to Apply:

To APPLY: Applications accepted from December 10th - January 12th, 2020. To be considered, please follow specific instructions below:

1. Send all requested information as one document to Michelle_Lawson@fws.gov.

2. In your email, use the Subject: Salmon Camp Internship

3. Include:

Cover letter stating reason for your interest and any qualifications specific to the position.

Current resume

One letter of recommendation that includes contact information (from a person with knowledge of your scholastic, employment, club, team or volunteer achievements).

Contact information for two additional references (scholastic, employment, club, sport or volunteer oriented). For references, please include: Their name, job title and place of work,their email address and phone number and their relationship to you (coach, instructor, ...) and how long you have known them.

Reminder: Create one document that includes all of the above information to attach in your email and use the subject line listed above. Failure to do so may result in your application not being reviewed.

If you have any questions please contact Michelle_Lawson@fws.gov

Job Compensation:

Other

Stipend

Compensation Information:

What we provide to interns: Travel to and from Kodiak (within the U.S.), fully furnished housing, vehicle use, and gas provided. Food costs reimbursed up to $150/week.

 

Contact Name:

Michelle Lawson

Contact Email:

Michelle_Lawson@fws.gov