The Linda Loring Nature Foundation (www.llnf.org) seeks a motivated, self-reliant individual with an interest in ecological education, scientific communication, outreach, and conservation. This field-based position will allow the intern to gain experience working on a variety of projects spanning across these areas, with training and mentorship from senior staff. LLNF conducts education programs for people of all ages and backgrounds. The successful applicant will assist with educational programming including planning, development of activities, and implementation. These activities primarily take place at LLNF’s 275-acre property but also include field trips and programs off-site. As part of this internship, the applicant will also be expected to participate in LLNF’s research and stewardship projects to learn about the work we do. LLNF strives to create educational activities that directly relate to our research and conservation stewardship, including opportunities such as citizen/community science and hands-on field exploration.

Responsibilities:

• Assist with educational activities for children including planning and preparation;
• Assist with adult education activities (speaker series, community science workshops, etc.);
• Assist with Nature Rambles on the property for visitors and/or offsite Birding Field Trips;
• Develop curriculum and ideas for new educational programming at LLNF;
• Science communication via writing blog posts, social media posts, videos, and other educational materials;
• Develop and update interpretive materials around the property;
• Complete an independent education or outreach project (with guidance);

Participate in research projects and property stewardship to gain knowledge and experience of LLNF’s work and be able to develop education programs that are directly relevant.
Training and guidance will be given for all tasks.

Desired Qualifications: B.S. or B.A. (or working towards such a degree) in any field. Strong observational, critical thinking, and organizational skills. Individuals must be able to work both independently and as a member of a team. Experience with ecological, environmental, or outdoor education is a plus. Interest in community science and communicating science to a broad audience. Knowledge of Nantucket’s unique ecosystems is helpful, but not required. CPR/First Aid/AED training is required before starting position. If you are not currently trained, LLNF will pay for and help coordinate a training for you.

Dates/Hours: This is a full-time, temporary position beginning in late-May and ending in late-August; exact dates are somewhat flexible. The intern will be expected to work five days a week, with a total number of weekly hours not to exceed 40. Most days will average between seven to eight hours. Some additional weekend and evening work may be required, and LLNF will provide the intern proper notice in advance should this be needed.
Due to the schedule of our summer education programs, the first few weeks will focus on orienting the intern to the LLNF property and the work we do. This will include direct participation in each of our research and stewardship projects as well as the early season education programs we have running. During July and August, the focus will shift to being program-heavy, with programs occurring almost every day; however, some research/stewardship roles may continue to be requested of you during this time. Throughout the internship there will also be various outreach tasks, as well as time to work on your independent project.

Wages/Benefits: Hourly wage is $21 – 23/hr. Housing may be provided if needed. Medical and unemployment insurance are not available to seasonal employees.
Location: The Linda Loring Nature Foundation is located on Nantucket Island, MA, ~ 30 miles south of Cape Cod, in the Atlantic Ocean. For more information on our mission as well as education and research projects, please see the LLNF website (www.llnf.org).