Summer Environmental Education Internship
June 2008 – August 2008

Summary of position:
The Calusa Nature Center & Planetarium is currently seeking individuals to assist in the facilitation of our 2008 summer camp program. The camp is held for youth aged 5 to 18, and runs 5 days a week from early June through August. Program topics include natural history, astronomy, and earth science, and occasionally involve off-site field trips to the area beaches, historical museums, canoe trips, and other exciting places in Southwest Florida!

Daily responsibilities include:
• Facilitation of camp programs/trips and children for the duration of summer camp
• Presenting live animal and butterfly programs to camp groups
• Preparing materials for upcoming camps, and cleaning up materials from previous camps
• Caring and maintaining necessary equipment
• Serving as an ambassador for Calusa Nature Center and Planetarium

On-site training will be provided.

Qualifications:
• Bachelors Degree, or enrolled in environmental education or related field or equivalent training and knowledge
• CPR/ First Aid Certifications preferred
• Experience working with children in a formal setting
• Some experience in a summer camp setting strongly preferred
• Strong organizational, problem solving, teaching and computer skills
• Ability to work effectively, both independently and as a team player
• Willingness and excitement to work with youth in an outdoor setting
• Cheerful, energetic, and outgoing demeanor

Compensation:
Stipend of $300/ week, or $200/ week with housing provided. Space for housing is limited and on a first come first serve basis.

Closing Date:
May 5, 2008

To Apply:
Send resumes and 2-3 references to Carrie Nameth, Senior Naturalis/ Environmental Education via fax or email:
Fax: (239) 275-9016
Email: calusanaturecarrie@yahoo.com
Or, for more information, contact Carrie Nameth at (239) 275-3435 or visit our website at www.CalusaNature.com