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Employment
Internship Opportunites
Resource
Management Internship
Location: Corkscrew Swamp
Sanctuary; Naples, FL
Department:
Immediate Supervisor: |
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Audubon's Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary is an exceptional
environmental education center located in southwest
Florida. This 11,000-acre wilderness contains the
largest remaining stand of subtropical bald cypress
in North America. The Sanctuary is also home to one
of the largest breeding colonies of endangered Wood
Storks. More than 100,000 visitors enjoy the 2.25-mile
boardwalk trail that meanders through pine flatwood,
wet prairie and cypress swamp. Approximately 6,000
students complete programs at the Sanctuary or in
their schools.
Positions available:
Summer Naturalist
June-August, closing date when filled.
Fall Naturalist
September - December, closing date when filled.
Spring Naturalist
January - May, closing date when filled.
School Year Naturalist
September-May, closing date when filled.
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| Primary
Duties |
Essential Functions:
Interns are involved in all aspects of the operation
of the nature center. Primary duties include assisting
with resource management (exotic plant control, prescribed
burning, water management).
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Additional Functions:
Other duties include conducting educational programs
for adults and youth, Sanctuary maintenance, and visitor
center operations. Resource management interns must
complete an independent project around a chosen field
of interest. Opportunities to teach adult and youth
programs are also available.
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| Relationships |
Internal:
Not specified at this time. |
External:
Not specified at this time.
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| Equipment
(e.g., computer, typewriter, calculator, copy machines,
telephone, etc.) |
Not specified at this time.
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| Qualifications
(e.g., education, training, experience, licenses and skills) |
Some college level course work in environmental studies,
biology, resource management, education or a related
field. Physical fitness, strong natural history background,
excellent communication skills, flexibility, enthusiasm
and a desire to learn are a must.
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| Physical
and Mental Requirements |
Not specified at this time.
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| Housing
and Salary |
Interns are housed in a furnished cabin with private
bedroom, shared kitchen, bath and living area. The
salary is $150.00 per week.
Students should arrange for school credit with their
advisor beforehand.
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| Mission
Statement |
The National Audubon Society's mission is to conserve
and restore natural ecosystems, focusing on birds,
other wildlife, and their habitats for the benefit
of humanity and the Earth's biological diversity.
Audubon promotes a diverse workplace and is an equal
opportunity employer. It is the policy of the National
Audubon Society to employ the man or woman best qualified
for the job regardless of race, color, religion, age,
sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability
(handicap) or marital status.
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To be considered for an internship, send a cover letter,
résumé, and
the names, addresses and telephone numbers of three references
to:
Laurel Chaplin, Southwest Florida Education Coordinator
Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary
Audubon of Florida
375 Sanctuary Road
Naples, Fl 34120
Fax: (941) 348-1522
Email: LChaplin@Audubon.org
National Audubon Society is an Equal
Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V. Minorities are encouraged to
apply.
The National Audubon Society offers internships in a number
of other locations;
for more information send E-mail to Human_Resources@audubon.org.
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