POSITION: Environmental Education Internship

JOB DESCRIPTION

POSITION: Environmental Education Intern REPORTS TO: Environmental Education Manager

COMPENSATION: $17.00 per hour

EMPLOYMENT STATUS: Nonexempt - Hourly, Seasonal

SUMMARY:

The Greening of Detroit is a non-profit organization focused on enhancing the quality of life for Detroiters by planting trees, providing job training and involving youth in the education of the natural environment. The organization is currently seeking one (1) Environmental Education Intern committed to the mission of involving youth in the environmental stewardship of their outdoor spaces.

The Environmental Education Intern is a temporary, part time position responsible for the implementation of outdoor education programming in various recreation centers and summer camp programs throughout Detroit. This is a seven- week internship from Monday, July 1, 2024 to Friday, August 16, 2024, working up to 40 hours a week.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:

● Implement fun and creative science-based lessons in an outdoor setting.

● Engage youth and the public in developing environmental awareness.

● Supervise students during programming events.

● Evaluate existing programming and participate in strategic brainstorming sessions to innovate future Programming.

● Organize and maintain program materials on a daily and weekly basis.

● Correspond with community groups, teachers and Greening Staff in a positive and professional manner.

● Thrive in a collaborative and positive work environment.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Ideally, environmental education interns will be motivated, and future teachers will be looking for a chance to gain hands-on experience with curriculum development and implementation in an outdoor setting. Applicants must be committed to environmental stewardship and providing a positive program experience for children and adults. These positions require a positive attitude, excellent communication skills and a love of youth and the outdoors. The interns will be responsible for implementing TreeKeepers Kids programming and assisting the Environmental Education Coordinator with a variety of activities related to programming.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Candidates must display professionalism, positive attitude, independent judgment and decision-making ability, self-motivation, capacity to follow verbal and written direction, and a team mentality. We are seeking a demonstrated ability to work with diverse groups of people, excellent communication and organizational skills, and a genuine appreciation for youth and the urban environment. Previous work with youth and community groups is desirable.

Please send your résumé and cover letter by June 10, 2024 to Environmental Education Manager, Kristin Martinez at kristin@greeningofdetroit.com