Internship Summary
We're looking for an Environmental Education Intern who can commit 10-15 hours a week to learn and teach Environmental Education programs to local students and summer camps. This internship is open to any high school student, college student, or older applicants that want to engage in environmental education work in the Piedmont Triad community.
Timeline: June 2027 - August 2027
The summer intern for Environmental Education will gain a plethora of educational experience learning and teaching PEA's Environmental Education programs at local summer camps, libraries, and other organizational events with students of all ages. This internship will also provide opportunities for the intern to research and support development of curriculum updates to programming.
Who We Are:
Piedmont Environmental Alliance (PEA) is a local nonprofit that works every day to create a more just, resilient, and environmentally sustainable Piedmont Triad. Based in Winston-Salem, NC, PEA’s innovative education programs, annual events, and community-based advocacy projects engage thousands of volunteers, students, faith communities, businesses, and partner organizations in climate and environmental action. Learn more at www.peanc.org
Responsibilities:
- Learn and teach PEA’s environmental education curriculum at local camps, PEA events, and at community events.
- Reach out to local community groups and organizations to promote the programs.
- Enter and organize program data to demonstrate program effectiveness.
- Research and support curriculum development with the Program Manager
Qualifications:
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Excellent written and verbal communication.
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Strong organizational skills, self-motivated, and attentive to details.
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Demonstrated commitment to environmental and social issues is a plus.
We are looking for you if:
- You are comfortable speaking in front of others.
- You are interested in working with kids.
- You have a personal passion for the outdoors, environmental stewardship and sustainability, and have taken action to get involved in the issues you care about.
- You are a current student (high school or college) or recent graduate looking for an opportunity to connect with the community.
Compensation:
This is an unpaid volunteer position.
To Apply:
Submit your resume and a detailed cover letter to courtney@peanc.org by April 30th. Please reference “Environmental Education Internship” in the subject line. No phone calls please. Piedmont Environmental Alliance is an equal opportunity employer and encourages a diversity of candidates to apply.
Applications will be reviewed as they are submitted, on a rolling basis.