Education Intern
Job Location:
Richmond, VA - USA
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Job Summary
Title: Education Intern
Position Type: Student
Search Type: External - minimum 7 days
Department: 21R000 - Science Tech Engineering & Math
Division: 2R0000 - Academic Affairs
Position Location: Richmond Campus
Driver Classification: Non-Driver
Hours Per Week: up to 20
Contact Person: Kelly Watson
Job Summary/Basic Functions The Science and Environmental Education Intern will support the Center for Science & Environmental Education in developing and delivering engaging STEM and environmental education programs for K12 students families and community audiences. Interns will assist with educational outreach events hands-on activities program preparation and other Center initiatives while gaining professional experience in science communication environmental education teamwork and community engagement. |
Minimum Qualifications Education: Must be enrolled at EKU Experience: Applicants should have an interest in science environmental education STEM outreach or working with children and community audiences. Previous formal work experience is not required but applicants should demonstrate reliability good communication skills a willingness to learn and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team. |
Preferred Qualifications: Preference will be given to applicants with experience in education science or environmental outreach working with children or youth public engagement or related volunteer or employment activities. Strong interpersonal and organizational skills creativity enthusiasm for science and the environment and an interest in developing professional skills in informal education and outreach are highly desirable. |
Sponsorship:This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.
Open Until Filled: No
EEO Statement
Eastern Kentucky University is an Equal Opportunity employer and educational institution and does not discriminate on the basis of age (40 and over) race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity gender expression pregnancy ethnicity disability national origin veteran status or genetic information in the admission to or participation in any educational program or activity (e.g. athletics academics and housing) which it conducts or any employment policy or practice.
Background Check Statement
Offers of employment are contingent upon a satisfactory background check.
Required Experience:
Intern
About Company
Established in 1874, Eastern Kentucky University is a nationally recognized public university located in Richmond, Kentucky.
