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Description The Children's Zoo at
Celebration Square, an AZA-accredited facility since 2009, is currently
offering Education Internships for the 2012-2013 Winter
semester. The Zoo currently houses approximately 160 specimens
representing over 50 species of animals. Education Internships
offer the opportunity to gain an understanding of the various types of programs used to educate the public about the natural world in a Zoological
Park setting. Internship positions are unpaid. Primary Tasks and Responsibilities - Offer support in implementation of new educational programs
- Learn basic live animal handling techniques
- Assist in outreach programs
- Complete daily paperwork
- Create new educational activities for programs and events
- Update and develop on-site programs
- Research education information and update as necessary
- Other tasks as assigned
Position Requirements - Must be at least 18 years of age and enrolled in a college or university; or a recent graduate of a college or university
- Work may be outdoors and in all weather conditions
- Must be able to lift and carry objects up to and exceeding 50 lbs
- Must have good public speaking ability
- Must have working knowledge of basic computer programs
- Must be able to stand, sit, squat, bend, jump, reach, run, and lift items
- Ability to work around live animals including mammals, birds, reptiles, and invertebrates
- Ability to work with teens, children, and adults
- Ability to follow written and verbal directions
- Ability to work in a team and independently
- Basic knowledge of Michigan educational standards desired
- Creative thinking strongly desired
Time Commitment
- Internships are part-time
- Days and hours of work will be determined upon hiring
- Internships run January through May
- Please notify us if Internship is qualifying for school credit
Contact Information Please send resume with cover letter stating position applying for to: Children's Zoo at Celebration Square ATTN: Education Department 1730 S. Washington Ave. Saginaw, MI 48601 Fax: (989) 759-1408 email:
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(Include "Education Internship" in subject line) No phone calls please
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