The Wildlife Leadership Academy based in Lewisburg, Union County is seeking applicants for two full-time summer Program Intern positions.  The deadline for applications is March 15.

The primary responsibility of the Program Intern is to support the Academy Director and Coordinators at the wildlife/fisheries summer field schools to ensure that a high-quality experience is provided to all Academy participants, instructors, and volunteers.

The Academy will offer 5 field schools in 2018; each field school includes coordinating a rigorous wildlife/fisheries educational experience for 28 participants (24 youth; 4 adults), managing 20+ visiting professionals as instructors and volunteers, and mentoring/advising high school and college-age staff. 

This internship offers the opportunity to learn and improve skills in conservation education, program management, and leadership and mentorship.

Wildlife Leadership Academy Interns benefit from organizational and logistical experience in a high-quality conservation education setting, networking with 100+ professionals in the field of natural resources, and more!

The mission of the Wildlife Leadership Academy is to engage and empower high school age youth to become Conservation Ambassadors to ensure a sustained wildlife, fisheries and natural resource legacy for future generations.

Click Here for all the details.  Questions should be directed to Katie Cassidy, Program and Outreach Coordinator, by sending email to: kcassidy@wildlifeleadershipacademy.org.

For more information on programs, initiatives and upcoming education opportunities, visit the Wildlife Leadership Academy website.

[Posted: Jan. 5, 2018]

1/8/2018