Summer Naturalist Intern

   

Aspen Center for Environemental Studies

posted: Oct 12, 2009 and closes: Mar 01, 2010

Description and Details

Positions Available: 14 Dates of Employment: June 7 - September 6, 2009 (June 7-18 mandatory staff training) Job Description: ACES Summer Naturalists receive valuable education, training, and experience while conducting natural history interpretive tours and children’s environmental education programs. These programs take place at Hallam Lake Nature Preserve, Aspen Mountain, the Maroon Bells, Snowmass, and at the ghost town of Ashcroft. In addition, Summer Naturalists serve an important role in ACES’ raptor rehabilitation program by teaching bird of prey programs to the public. Naturalists will gain knowledge of the local flora and fauna and have the opportunity to inspire the public in a beautiful natural setting. Please visit the ACES website at www.aspennature.org for additional information. Qualifications: Educational background in the natural sciences, environmental education, environmental studies, or related field; interested and enthusiastic about environmental education; self-motivated with a sincere interest in the environment; experience working with the public. *First aid & CPR certification is required. Compensation: $150 per week stipend, plus housing provided. Tuition-free participation in one or more ACES’ Naturalist Field School courses. In addition, summer naturalists are provided with unique career building opportunities through ACES’ intensive training and experiential education.

Location

Aspen, CO

Application Info

Application Deadline: March 1, 2010 Applications are available on our website at www.aspennature.org.

jkravitz@aspennature.org

Salary & Benefits