Environmental Education Internship - Summer 2021

COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY - Clean Ocean Access (COA) is an equal opportunity employer who strives to create an atmosphere where diversity of identity, experience, and background are welcomed, valued, and supported. COA is committed to considering candidates for employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, disability and any other status protected under applicable law, and provides reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. All decisions affecting employment at COA

are made based on qualification, performance, and other pertinent work-related factors.

INTERNSHIP SUMMARY - The intern will work to advance the organization’s education programs (focused around marine debris, water quality, public shoreline access, environmental sustainability, and composting) and engage the community of Aquidneck Island in high-impact high-value experiential environmental education and outreach. Along the way the intern will also gain critical insight into the nonprofit sector, education and program planning process, and the ever-evolving interaction between COA and the community. The work effort involves the use of diverse technologies, systems, approaches, and working closely with teams that are using multimedia tools and science communication skills to advance the mission and impact of the organization. The candidate selected for this internship will work proactively with the staff, board, community scientists, and volunteers and will report to the programming team on all education

and outreach and office activities.

INTERNSHIP DETAILS –

- Schedule: Weekdays (2-3 days dependent on schedule) and some weekday evenings and weekends for events.

- Hours: 10 hours/week

- Compensation: TBD

- Location: Office located at 21 John Clarke Road, Middletown, Rhode Island. Field work at various locations around Aquidneck Island.

- Specific Duties: Work may include school composting efforts, after-school educational programs, virtual programs, etc.

QUALIFICATIONS -

Demonstrates commitment, trustworthiness, responsibility, and attention to detail. Excellent

communication skills. Enjoys working with children and adults and in variable environments (inside and outside in all weather conditions). Comfortable working independently, as a member of a team, and leader of a team effort.

Education major and/or previous education or childcare experience preferred. A criminal background check is required to receive this position.

HOW TO APPLY -

Complete application using this google form https://tinyurl.com/yycecffb with an attached three page PDF document. The document should be titled “First Name_LastName_HSHSRI_EDUCATION_Internship”. Page one is a cover letter

expressing why you are a great fit for the position and how the internship integrates with your other responsibilities. Page two is a resume that clearly aligns with the internship description and qualifications. Page three is a detailed schedule that includes your college course schedule, combined with the proposed intern schedule as listed above.