Summer Education Internship
Position: Unpaid Education Intern
Location: NC Aquarium at Fort Fisher
900 Loggerhead Rd
Kure Beach, NC 28449
910-458-8257
Duration: 10 week (start/end dates are flexible)
Minimum of 24 hours per week including one weekend day
Some weekend and holiday work required
Qualifications: Applicants should be articulate; have good public speaking and organizational skills, and interact positively with the general public, children, co-workers, and volunteers. Candidates should be at least 18 years of age and majoring in Biology, Marine Sciences, Natural Resources, Environmental Education, Parks and Rec., or a related field. A flexible schedule is required. Prior experience working with the public and a working knowledge of North Carolina flora and fauna are preferred, but not required. Applicants must be able to lift 25 lbs, work in various weather conditions, and handle long days both indoors and outdoors.
Intern Responsibilities
Education Interns will assist with all sections within the Education Department. Two days a week will be spent assisting with in-house, free public program. One day a week will be spent with Outreach assisting with offsite events. One day a week will be spent with Special Activities assisting with summer camp and other paid activities. Responsibilities will include:
- Assisting staff and volunteers with visitor education
- Assisting as needed with special programs and events
- Education animal handling
- An education project to be determined by their supervisor
- Assist and conduct on-site Special Activities programs for Summer Camps
- Enthusiastic, positive attitude
Applicant Requirements
1) Applications will not be accepted after the posted closing date for the internship period.
2) Applicants must meet the minimum time requirements of the internship.
3) Applicants must be available to work at least one weekend day and one other day during the week.
4) All internships are unpaid and any lodging or transportation needs are the responsibility of the applicant. The Aquarium may be able to assist with locations for housing but does not provide housing for interns. The only exception is a paid internship offered by The Youth Advocacy and Involvement Office (YAIO) under the NC Department of Administration which is available to NC resident students. See the YAIO website for details: http://www.doa.state.nc.us/yaio/
5) Applicant must be self motivated, able to work well with a group or independently, and a strong communicator.
6) Uniforms are the responsibility of the interns and they must adhere to the Aquariums Dress Code. Uniform shirts are available for sale from the Volunteer Coordinator and Khaki shorts or pants are required along with close-toed shoes.
7) Applicant must be willing to work with marine invertebrates, reptiles, amphibians, and birds.
8) Applicant is required to provide a resume along with intern application.
9) Applicant is required to provide a reference letter.
Applications must be received by April 15th to NC Aquarium Volunteer Coordinator. Please complete the internship application form for the internship position you are interested in. Send an application, along with a cover letter, resume, and reference letter to the following address:
Volunteer Services Coordinator
NC Aquarium at Fort Fisher
900 Loggerhead Road
Kure Beach, NC 28449
Or via email:
Dan.Radley@ncaquariums.com
