Position: STEM Internship
Status: Part-time; FLSA Hourly Non-Exempt
Department: Conservation Learning
Reports to: Senior Manager, School Programs and Community Engagement
POSITION OVERVIEW
Located along the Space Coast in Melbourne, Florida, Brevard Zoo is an AZA-accredited facility with a diverse collection of over 900 animals representing nearly 200 species. It is also home to the Sea Turtle Healing Center for rehabilitation of wild marine turtles. Brevard Zoo is well-known for its strong conservation ethic and unique attractions, such as kayaking through the Africa area, giraffe feeding, and rhinoceros and various other animal encounters.
Assist learning staff with teaching students during Lagoon Quest, Be Outside with Brevard Zoo and STEM at school programming. These programs are joint programs with Brevard County Public Schools. Lagoon Quest Zoo staff conducts an environmental education program at a local park along the Indian River Lagoon to 4th grade students. Be Outside with Brevard Zoo is a combination of experiences including hikes at local parks, lagoon experiences at local parks and wetlands kayaking at the Zoo for middle and high school students. STEM programs at the schools focus on science standards and conservation projects for middle and high school students.
QUALIFICATIONS
REQUIRED:
- Enthusiasm for the outdoors and natural world.
- Knowledge of the Indian River Lagoon ecosystem.
- Excellent communication and public speaking skills.
- Currently enrolled in college with at least one year completed or recent graduate with degree in education, science or related field.
- Available at least two days between Monday and Thursday between 7am and 5pm.
PREFERRED/DESIRED:
- Course work in marine biology
PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Getting in the Indian River Lagoon up to waste deep.
- Loading equipment in and out of vans with assistance.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
- Public Speaking for groups up to 60 people.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORK ENVIRONMENT
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
(M) Medium Work
Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 25 pounds of force frequently and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects as needed.
POTENTIAL ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS/HAZARDS:
Must be willing to work in inclement weather including temperatures exceeding 90 degrees and high humidity. Frequent movement outdoors with some indoor office environment. Exposure to extreme heat and weather conditions. Requires Sitting, Standing, Walking, Bending, Stooping, Kneeling, Finger Dexterity, Talking, Hearing, and Visual Acuity frequently.
WORK SCHEDULE:
If available, may have opportunities to work Fridays or Saturdays as necessary.
TRAVEL:
Position requires the routine and frequent use of a Zoo vehicle to travel to offsite programs.
The above information in this job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with the Zoo’s policies on evaluation of personnel.
Equal Employment Opportunity and Non-Discrimination Statement
East Coast Zoological Society of Florida, Inc., dba Brevard Zoo, is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
We do not tolerate discrimination or harassment in any aspect of employment, including recruitment, hiring, promotion, compensation, benefits, training, transfer, termination, or any other terms and conditions of employment.
Employees and applicants are encouraged to report any concerns regarding discrimination or harassment, and retaliation for reporting such concerns is strictly prohibited.
