Job Openings

Summer Internship

Characteristics: Do you have fun when you are around children? We are looking for someone that enjoys children and celebrates their uniqueness.  Our summers are fun, high energy and staff is always on the go.  Is this an environment where you might thrive?

Dates: Summer (mid-May through mid-August)

Times: Flexible, Monday – Saturday, between 8AM and 4 PM (Some weekends & nights required based on program requirements), ~20-45 hours per week. Staff & interns will work to create a schedule for each week of summer.

Job Description: 

Education Interns will be responsible for leading education tours and activities at the center for visiting school, homeschool, and camp groups. Flexible schedule is required working Monday -Saturday 8am-4pm (Some weekends & nights required based on program requirements). Daily responsibilities include, but are not limited to, leading educational programs, greeting guests, caring for aquatic life, assisting in species collection, participating in outreach events, coordinating and recruiting volunteers, and assisting with special events. Education Interns are also encouraged to create, implement, and evaluate their own interest program or project during their time at the River Center with the assistance of our Educators.

Qualifications: 

Currently enrolled, degree-seeking, college student (preferred) or recent college graduate with a focus on: education, environmental sciences, marine sciences, biological science, water resources, etc.  Lifeguard or paddle certification a plus.  Applicants must be able to swim and successfully complete a Waterfront Lifeguard Certification Course.  Required to drive a pickup truck with trailer.  Basic computer skills.  Required to work long hours outdoors in all types of weather. The applicant must have a valid Florida’s Driver License, clear driving record, clear background check and pass a drug test and physical.

This internship is funded by the Loxahatchee River District.  All employees are required to submit to a Level II background screen pursuant to Florida Statute 435 as a condition of employment and continued employment which includes, but need not be limited to, employment history checks, driver’s license checks and statewide criminal checks, and may include local criminal records checks through local law enforcement agencies.

Submit resume and cover letter to: hr@lrecd.org

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