Temporary Summer Education Intern

The JC Raulston Arboretum is a nationally acclaimed public garden with one of the largest and most varied collections of landscape plants adapted for landscape use in the Southeast. Part of NC State University, the JCRA serves as a classroom for students, staff and faculty as well as a green space for the community to explore and interact with plants from all over the world.

The JCRA is open every day to the public with free admission.

Part of the JCRA's mission is to provide educational experiences to the general public, students of all ages and the green industry. We maintain a vibrant calendar of programs ranging from free, online programming to weekend symposiums to summer camps for children and youth.

As an education intern, you'll be able to work with all aspects of education in a public garden including creating garden education experiences for visitors, helping facilitate online educational programs, organizing large events, leading tours for small groups of students, and assisting the children's programs.

Each summer, the education intern is a critical part of the children's program helping create and deliver science-based lessons to homeschoolers, youth groups and local families. The education intern also works alongside a certified teacher in our summer camp program working with preschool through middle school campers.

This paid summer internship allows students the chance to gain valuable teaching experience while having fun in the JCRA's gardens!

Applications are due by Sunday, February 8, 2026.

Internship will run from May 11 until August 14, 2026

Is Time Limited No If Yes, Appointment Length Wolfpack

Perks and Benefits

As a Pack member, you belong here, and can enjoy exclusive perks designed to enhance your personal and professional well-being. As you consider this opportunity, we encourage you to review our Employee Value Proposition and learn more about what makes NC State the best place to learn and work for everyone.

What we offer:

* Health Insurance for Temporary Employees

* Enhance your career with LEAD courses

* Attend non-revenue generating sporting events for free.

Attain Work-life balance with our Childcare discounts, Wellness & Recreation Membership, and Wellness Programs that aim to build a thriving wolfpack community.

Disclaimer: Perks and Benefit eligibility is based on Part-Time or Full-Time

Employment status . Eligibility and Employer Sponsored Plans can be found within each of the links offered.

Department Information

Job City & State Raleigh, NC Department JCRA

System Information

Classification Title Temporary-Technical/Paraprofessional Working Title Temporary Summer Education Intern

Position Information

Requirements and Preferences

Work Schedule Monday-Friday, some weekends Other Work/Responsibilities

* n/a

Minimum Experience/Education

* Must be currently enrolled in, or recently graduated from, a four-year degree program, preferably majoring in education, extension education or plant-related sciences

Department Required Skills

* Experience working in a teaching, mentoring or camp setting

* Creative, energetic personality with joyful, sincere interest in working in an outdoor setting

* Excellent verbal and written communication skills and solid interpersonal skills

* Must be able to work effectively as part of the Education Team including the Children's Program and Summer Camp team

* Physical ability to lift materials (bins of program materials, art supplies, plants and soil, water cooler, etc) and operate garden equipment

* Ability to pass a background check prior to hiring

Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education

* Experience in a greenhouse, garden center or public garden and/or coursework in botany or other plant related sciences

* Ability to engage children and/or adults in learning activities, follow curriculum and create organized activities for adults, children and youth

* Knowledge in graphic design, marketing, social media and photo sharing

* Multilingual or ability to translate communication and educational materials to Spanish

Required License or Certification

* CPR/First Aid certified or ability to be certified

* Valid driver's license

Valid NC Driver's License required? Yes Commercial Driver's License Required? No

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