Seasonal Education Internship

Job Details

• Location:
  
  Hockessin, DE19707
• Position Type:
  Seasonal
• Salary: $16.00 per hour
• Position Duration:
  September1st,2026–May
  31st,2027
• Schedule:
  
  Varied schedule, including weekdays, weeknights, and weekends
• Site:
  Ashland Nature Center, DuPont Environmental Education Center

Full time, 9‑month seasonal position based out of Delaware Nature Society Headquarters at the Ashland Nature Center in Hockessin, Delaware. Interns primarily teach at Ashland Nature Center and occasionally at Coverdale Farm Preserve and DuPont Environmental Center. Interns assist with scheduling, planning, preparation, coordination, and delivery of education programs for school and group audiences, public education programs, events, and summer camps.

They provide general care for a live‑animal collection and help maintain education materials and equipment. Interns also assist with promotion of the organization’s mission and goals through publicity and event support. This position works a varied schedule of days, evenings, and weekends.

• Develop, support, and teach education programs for the general public and school and group audiences—including field study, overnight, outreach, after‑school, and public programs—at Ashland Nature Center, DuPont Environmental Education Center, Del Nature Preserves and other sites.
• Help with program preparation and care and maintenance of program materials and equipment. Assist with scheduling and coordination of programs as needed.
• Assist with summer camp planning and hiring.
• Create interactive displays and exhibits to boost visitor experiences.
• Assist with day‑to‑day care of the live‑animal collection at Ashland Nature Center.
• Assist in developing content for Del Nature communications, publications, and social media.
• Provide support for site safety and security at Ashland Nature Center and other functions described in Intern/Staff House. Ensure all Del Nature policies and procedures, including health and safety protocols, are implemented and enforced.
• Promote and support Del Nature’s mission, values, goals, activities, and membership to a wide array of audiences.
• Perform other duties as requested by supervisor or leadership staff.
• Complete a capstone project and participate in professional development opportunities throughout the year.

• Commitment to and passion for the mission of Delaware Nature Society.
• Bachelor’s degree in environmental, wildlife, recreation or education related field or equivalent experience preferred.
• Outdoor recreation skills and experience preferred (canoeing/kayaking, hiking, camping).
• Ability to work effectively and productively as part of a team, indoors and outside under variable weather conditions.
• Flexibility and adaptability to work a schedule that meets the needs of the organization.
• Teaching experience or experience working with children preferred.
• Excellent communication skills with an ease and enthusiasm for talking to individuals of all ages.
• Ability to always interact in a positive and professional manner.
• Must possess the following traits and skills: flexibility, dependability, critical thinking, problem solving and decision‑making skills, work as part of a team.
• Willingness to learn new skills and share knowledge with others.
• Valid driver’s license and a means of transportation.
• Proficient computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Suite.

The employee frequently is required to sit and reach and must be able to move around the work environment.

The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and be able to carry, move and set up necessary supplies and equipment.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Ability to plan, lead, and participate in program activities in a variety of indoor and/or outdoor settings, weather, and terrains.

Starting hourly rate: $16.00 per hour.

This seasonal position ends May
31st,2027. Housing provided if needed and available.

Delaware Nature Society considers candidates for all positions on the basis of qualifications and without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, genetic information, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, marital status, or status as a Vietnam‑era or special disabled veteran or other protected classification and in accordance with applicable federal, state & local laws.

Delaware Nature Society reserves the right to change this job description as conditions change.