Summer jobs, Student jobs

Position: Education & Conservation Intern
Type: age 30 & under / summer
Organization: Nature NB
Location: Position based in Fredericton, New Brunswick

Are you passionate about nature and education?
Are you interested in connecting people with nature?
Nature NB is looking for summer interns!

• $17.00/hour
• Full time, summer position
• 35 hours per week, with some weekends and evenings
• Anticipated Start Date: As soon as possible
• End date: Mid-August

About Nature NB

Nature NB connects people with nature. We support a diverse network of nature-lovers across the province, providing opportunities for New Brunswickers of all ages, and from all regions and backgrounds, to discover, learn about, and share nature with each other. We travel throughout the province, teaching kids about nature in their schoolyards and neighbourhoods, advocating for species at risk through local outreach, and engaging volunteers in monitoring and protecting the species and landscapes they love.

Nature NB is a non-profit, charitable organization whose mission is to celebrate, conserve, and protect New Brunswick’s natural heritage through education, networking, and collaboration.

About the position

Nature NB is seeking Education & Conservation Interns for province-wide engagement focused on conservation outreach.

Responsibilities

• Deliver youth programs about nature/environment;
• Assist in developing educational materials;
• Assist with community science programs and species at risk workshops;
• Collaboration and networking with partner organizations and experienced naturalists.

The successful candidate will demonstrate leadership and work well as part of a team. They will enjoy working outdoors and interacting with children and the public.

Requirements:

• Educational background in natural sciences (e.g. biology, forestry) or related field;
• Ability to communicate easily in English and French;
• Experience working with groups of children;

Assets:

• Familiarity with or interest in coastal and/or agroecosystem conservation;
• Experience with program development;
• Experience in event planning.

Criminal Record and Vulnerable Sector checks will be completed for the selected candidate.

Application Process

Please indicate in your cover letter how you meet these qualifications and why you think you would be a good fit for this position at Nature NB. Send your résumé to Adam Cheeseman at adam.cheeseman@naturenb.ca No phone calls please.

Please mention you saw this at GoodWork.ca.