Student Intern - Conservation Education

Job TitleStudent Intern - Conservation

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Agency Texas A&M Forest Service Department Forest Systems Department - Conservation

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Proposed Minimum Salary$17.00 hourly Job LocationCollege Station, Texas Job TypeStudent Worker Job

Description:

The Conservation

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Student Intern will support our organization's mission by improving our digital organization, assisting in the development of engaging

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al materials and researching strategic partnership opportunities. This position is ideal for students seeking practical

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in environmental

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, administration and natural resource management. Internships are 10 weeks long. Lodging and meals are the responsibility of the intern. ****Location of internship will be located in either College Station or San Antonio****

Responsibilities:

-Assist in the creation and design of new, targeted conservation

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programs and supporting materials specifically for K-12 audiences. -Support local event and program opportunities for the community, which includes participating in programs for K-12 audiences, public events, career days and other local engagement opportunities. -Identify and research potential school and organizational partnership opportunities within the local community and state-wide.

-Assist in the organization, cataloging and maintenance of existing online database to improve internal efficiency. -Other duties as assigned. Working Conditions: This position involves office work, independent research and creative design with an occasional participation in outdoor

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al and public outreach events. May require lifting and carrying heavy objects. May require infrequent travel in state vehicles and overnight stays.

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and

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Required

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Must be currently enrolled at an accredited college/university that have completed their junior year of college up to second-year post-graduates, in a course of study relevant to the mission of the agency: Natural Resource Management, Environmental Science,

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or closely related field. Preferred

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Completion of at least two (2) years of coursework toward relevant degree. Required

Experience:

Previous

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(volunteer, academic or professional) in organizing or leading small

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al groups or activities (student clubs, tutoring, summer camp counselor, K-12 assistance, etc.).

Experience:

• developing lesson plans, activities or materials for children and adults.

Preferred

Experience:

• Demonstrated ability in public speaking or presentation delivery to small audiences.

Prior

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specifically in outdoor

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or conservation program delivery. Knowledge,

Skills:

and Abilities: Required Knowledge: Proficiency in MS Office Suite required (Word, Excel, PowerPoint). Proficiency or strong familiarity with basic design software, such as Canva, for creating flyers and activity sheets. Preferred Knowledge: State

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al standards (TEKS). Knowledge of online file storage systems (SharePoint, Google Drive, etc.). Required

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Good oral and written communication

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Strong organizational skill and detail-oriented. Required Abilities: Work both independently and with a team. Multi-task and work cooperatively with others. Licenses, Certificates or Registrations: Required: Valid State of Texas Drivers license or ability to obtain one within 30 days. Preferred: Certification in environmental

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programs such as Project Learning Tree, Project WILD, Project WET, etc. Applicant Instructions: A resume/CV, cover letter, and transcript REQUIRED to be uploaded to application References (minimum of 2 professional references with complete contact information) are required to be entered in the secondary questionnaire section of the application.

Certifications are preferred to be uploaded to the application.

• Documents/certifications can be uploaded in the "My

Experience:

" page in the "Resume/CV section. More than one document can be uploaded; just click the "Upload" button for each document.

• Documents can only be loaded at this time and cannot be uploaded once the application is submitted.

If there are any issues uploading documents, please contact 979-458-6690. Please check your spam folder in case more information is sent in regards to this position. All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal

Opportunity:

/Veterans/Disability Employer. Fulfilling the service component of a land-grant university system, Texas A&M Forest Service is a proud member of The Texas A&M University System. Celebrating 100 years of service, this state agency was created in 1915 by the 34th Texas Legislature. Each state in the nation has a state forestry agency, but Texas was the first to establish its state forestry agency as part of a land-grant college.

Texas A&M Forest Service is recognized as the leader in defining forestry for the future of Texas and the nation. Applied programs include forest and tree development; wildfire prevention, mitigation, and protection; urban and community forestry; and a host of innovative forest sustainability programs.

Texas A&M Forest Service works to ensure the state’s forests, trees, and related natural resources are conserved and continue to provide a sustainable flow of environmental and economic

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Texas A&M Forest Service Career Site

Benefits:

• Besides getting to work for a highly-acclaimed state forestry agency with top-notch staff, there are many tangible

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that go along with working with Texas A&M Forest Service. Exceptional health insurance is a huge economic benefit for employees. In addition to medical and life insurance, there are also options of dental, vision, long-term disability, and more. Paid vacation and sick leave and strong retirement plans round out a great benefit package.

Texas A&M Forest Service is an Equal

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/ Veterans / Disability Employer. If you need assistance in applying for this job, please contact (979) 458-6690.