Education Internship
The Murie Science & Learning Center
Denali National Park & Preserve
 **THIS POSITION HAS BEEN FILLED**
The Murie Science and Learning Center promotes scientific research to aid park managers and provides science-based education programs and information to the visiting public, educational institutions and students. The Center is a cooperative of partners working with the National Park Service and these positions will be employed through Alaska Geographic, the primary non-profit partner.
Interns have opportunities to be involved in education programs ranging from one hour to multi-day courses, administrative duties, front desk operations, and program logistics as the summer progresses.
The educational program opportunities include 1-hour science-based presentations and activities in the MSLC building, as well as half day bus/walking educational excursions that focus on Denali’s wildlife research. On multi-day courses, an MSLC staff person serves as the guide and plays the lead role in group management, driving, safety, leave-no-trace practices, field camp management, cooking, and logistics. Interns are encouraged and trained to take on the guide role.
Other summer projects will include: development of science information for the public, management of field camp food inventory, vehicle cleaning, maintaining communication devices used in the field, hosting evening lecture/workshops, program/prop development, and field camp maintenance.
Interns work with mentors, have monthly performance reviews, and have opportunities to learn and experience other aspects of Denali National Park & Preserve.
Interns work a 14-18 week summer season (between early May and mid September) on a 40 hours per week schedule. Housing is available. Compensation package includes travel stipend, room and board, and a weekly stipend.
Qualifications
Public speaking experience
Being responsive to visitor questions and needs
Naturalist/Environmental Education experience
Knowledge of wildlife research and the natural history of the sub-Arctic
Camping and guiding experience
Experience teaching adult and/or kid populations
Excellent communication and group management skills
First aid and CPR certifications
To Apply
Email a letter of interest and resume along with contact information for three references to: employment@murieslc.org. The application deadline is February 1st. Applications will be accepted after this date only if all the positions have not been filled.
Alaska Geographic is an equal opportunity employer.
To learn more about the Murie Science & Learning Center, visit www.murieslc.org. |
