Fall Raptor Migration Outreach Internship
Raptor Migration Outreach Interns (2 openings) needed (July 1 through December 31, 2018; with possibility to extend) to help conduct volunteer-powered raptor migration studies at the Golden Gate Raptor Observatory, near San Francisco, CA. Two positions are available for enthusiastic, mature, self-motivated recent graduates or current graduating seniors in biological science or related field, who have a passion for science education.
Duties include:
Daily work with volunteer teams to identify and count raptors; facilitating public weekend docent programs, interacting with school groups and park visitors, and teaching groups of diverse ages and backgrounds. Other duties include data entry, operational and administrative support, and tending captive lure bird colony. Outreach interns will also have the opportunity to develop new educational materials, contribute to social media and newsletters, and will gain experience in banding and handling raptors.
Compensation:
Thirty dollar per workday living stipend ($150/week) and housing within biking distance of the office in a shared setting (single rooms; shared bath, kitchen, and common areas).
Qualifications:
Duties include:
Daily work with volunteer teams to identify and count raptors; facilitating public weekend docent programs, interacting with school groups and park visitors, and teaching groups of diverse ages and backgrounds. Other duties include data entry, operational and administrative support, and tending captive lure bird colony. Outreach interns will also have the opportunity to develop new educational materials, contribute to social media and newsletters, and will gain experience in banding and handling raptors.
Compensation:
Thirty dollar per workday living stipend ($150/week) and housing within biking distance of the office in a shared setting (single rooms; shared bath, kitchen, and common areas).
Qualifications:
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills are essential
- High energy level, interest in both science education and research, and strong work ethic required
- Computer skills and familiarity with social media platforms are helpful
- Must be able to stay focused and upbeat in the face of sometimes-pervasive fog
- Experience in teaching, science communication, environmental education, avian biology, or bird identification preferred but not required
- Field days are long and can be strenuous; applicants should be in good physical condition
- A vehicle is strongly recommended for access to shopping and off-duty activities
- Valid US driver’s license is required