Crow’s Nest Internship in Environmental Education

values

As we each do our part to protect open space, care for nature, and connect people to the outdoors, we seek to do so with enthusiasm, responsibility, equity, inclusivity, respect, and curiosity.

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Love your job, make a difference.

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Where we've come from and where we're going

Job Overview

Crow’s Nest Preserve is made up of 712 acres of protected lands along French Creek. It is part of a network of nature preserves owned and managed by the not-for-profit organization Natural Lands in the greater Philadelphia area. The preserve is both a showcase of responsible management practices for natural areas and a place where the public can connect with the natural world. The Preserve holds a nature-themed day camp each summer for kids in grades 1 through 8. Crow’s Nest Camp strives to build children’s love of the natural world by encouraging unstructured play and exploration in nature. In the summer of 2023, camp will run from June 26th to August 4th. 

The Environmental Education Summer Intern will be part of a team of staff members who run the summer camp program. The Intern will be involved in both working directly with children and in the behind-the-scenes aspects of camp, including planning, preparation, and cleanup. This internship will pay $15 per hour.  

At a minimum, candidates must meet the following requirements: 

 Strong affinity for the environment and outdoor activities. 

• Excel at working with children. 
• Highly motivated, responsible, and reliable.  
• First Aid and CPR and lifeguard training is a plus. 
• Must be available to work all scheduled weeks of camp, Mondays through Fridays, except for Independence Day. Additionally, must be available for at least two weeks in advance and one week following camp to help with set-up and clean-up.  
• Maintain a valid driver’s license. 

• Successfully pass a background check.  
• Must be able to walk, stand, bend and squat on uneven terrain. 
• Must be prepared to work outdoors under all conditions, including heat, cold, and with occasional exposure to poison ivy, biting and stinging insects, etc. 

 Natural Lands is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status. We aim to build a workplace where employees feel empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work. We welcome you to explore a career at Natural Lands.  

 TO APPLY: visit our website at https://natlands.org/everything-else/careers/job-openings/ 

and complete the online application process. Please address all applications to Kelsey L. Gvozdich, Esq., Human Resources Generalist.