Summer Programs Interns will gain valuable skills in experiential education and access to a network of like-minded professionals. This program provides valuable skills in teaching, behavior management, reflection, and community building. Begin the summer by getting to know our forest on Bainbridge Island, then gradually work up to creating your own week-long day camp experience with the assistance of a mentor.

 Required Qualifications:

• Undergraduate student working toward a four-year degree with a sincere interest in Education, Multicultural Education, Art, Environmental Science, or related field
• Must be at least 18 years old
• Some experience working with children in the outdoors and environmental education preferable
• Creative, flexible and able to work closely with a Summer Programs Instructor
• Ability to work as a team member
• Strong work ethic, punctual, dependable, and ability to work long hours
• Excellent interpersonal skills with staff, children, and parents
• Demonstrate IslandWood's core values that enable teams and individuals to succeed with shared respect and purpose
• Support IslandWood’s strategic plan to expand our mission and impact, and commitment to mission, vision, values and goals of IslandWood
• Commitment to support IslandWood’s work towards equity, diversity and inclusion in the workplace
• Must be able to comply with and maintain a drug-free work environment
• Current First Aid and CPR required by training start date (WFA desirable but not required)
• Must pass child safety screening procedure; post-offer