Planet Bee is Seeking a Remote and In-person Environmental Education/Nonprofit Intern for the San Franciso Bay Area and in PA
This internship is being offered for Summer 2023 with an opportunity to continue in the following semesters. It will be a mix of in-person and remote work.
We are searching for responsible, creative, energetic college students who have an interest in environmental science, science education, entomology, and/or nonprofits. This position involves both remote and in-person work. You can receive 3 undergraduate credits for this if desired.
We currently have an internship program at San Francisco State University, UC Berkeley, Diablo Valley College, Cal Poly, UC Santa Barbara where students earn up to 3 undergraduate credits in the biology, environmental science, design, and marketing departments. We will work directly with your professor or university to help implement a similar program.
Responsibilities and Duties May Include:
Education/Tabling: Work at in-person events and educational tabling events at science fairs and help out with events at corporations.
Outreach: Create educational materials for virtual or in-person programs
Administrative Duties: Assist Planet Bee Foundation in expanding program efficacy by creating letter templates, fundraising efforts, thanking donors, designing posters (if experience permits), data entry, writing notes, and other administrative tasks
Research: Research new data on honey bee decline, pollinator conservation, and educational strategies
Citizen Science: Bring our Native Bee Citizen Science Project to your college campus
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Qualifications and Skills
Working towards a BA or BS in a related field (sciences, nonprofit, or education)
Self-motivated, independent worker
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Proficient in social media
Willing to work occasional weekends/off hours for events or workshops