Delaware Nature Society

Summer Education Internship

What: Applications are now being accepted for Delaware Nature Society summer internships. Internships provide experience in teaching/co-teaching children's classes for a statewide, nonprofit environmental education and conservation organization. Interns will:

Gain practical, professional experience involving a variety of teaching skills
Become familiar with and use many environmental education teaching techniques
Assist in week-long programs/field trips for children ages 9-15 such as canoeing, wildlife studies, ecology and adventure
Lead or participate in field trips

Note: Includes one week of training

Where: Ashland Nature Center, Brackenville & Barley Mill Roads, Hockessin, DE

When: Mid-June - Mid-August

Qualifications: Applicant must have completed junior or senior year in college and should be pursuing a career in environmental education, natural sciences or a related field. Knowledge of natural history, outdoor skills such as camping and canoeing, and experience working with children are highly desirable.

Stipend: $2,800; applicant must have his/her own lodging and transportation.

To apply, send a cover letter, resume or curriculum vitae, and two letters of recommendations to:
Joe Sebastiani, Members Programs Team Leader
Delaware Nature Society, P.O. Box 700, Hockessin, DE 19707
Questions: Call 302-239-2334, x 115 or email joe@delawarenaturesociety.org