Description:
The Lake Roland Education Center is seeking a responsible, self-motivated and enthusiastic intern to assist with park operations and programming. General duties include park maintenance, animal care, educational programming assistance, answering questions related to the park and natural history of the area.
Qualifications:
- Pursuing a degree in Environmental Studies, Recreation and Parks, Park Management, Biology, Education or closely related field
- Open to working in a range of weather conditions
- Comfortable caring for a range of animal ambassadors. This may include: reptiles, amphibians, insects and mammals.
- Willing to learn and perform a multitude of tasks
- Have reliable transportation
- Able to work independently and as part of a team
- Comfortable answering questions and speaking to the general public about the park
Commitment:
Interns are expected to work for one semester or season. Minimum requirement of 12 hours per week on assigned days. Assignment dates and times are flexible around college coursework. Evenings and weekends may be required. Internship is unpaid.
To apply:
Please send cover letter, resume and three references to Kelly Hilton at khilton@BaltimoreCountyMD.gov