Conservation Education Internship for Credit

Conservation Education Internship for Credit

This position helps educate children ages 3-14 about science, animals and conservation in our seasonal enrichment Zoo Classes. This role works closely with an experienced team of educators and volunteers and is supervised by the Programs Operations Manager. Conservation Education Interns play a critical role in support of the Zoological Society of Milwaukee’s (ZSM) mission to educate people about the importance of wildlife and animals and support the Milwaukee County Zoo, and the Conservation Education department’s vision to inspire and empower all members of our community to take conservation action.

The 2023-2024 school year dates are as follows:

Fall Term: September 9 - December 17, 2023 (Applications due August 25, 2023)
Spring Term: January 6 - May 11, 2024 (Applications due December 1, 2023)

This position is unpaid and eligible for course credit only.

Applicant Contact Information

First Name*

Last Name*

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Education & Academic Credit

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Expected Graduation Date*

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Area of Study*

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Internship Timeframe*

Please select the academic semester during which you would like to complete your internship.

Fall 2023

Spring 2024

Course Requirements*

Please provide a brief description to the best of your knowledge of the requirements of the course through which you will receive credit for this internship, including details about mandatory hours, timespan, or assignments.

I understand that this is a part-time, unpaid internship designed for students who are seeking experience for academic credit. As the student, it is my responsibility to confirm that my academic institution will accept this internship for credit, and I will provide documentation as needed.

I acknowledge the above statement regarding receiving academic credit for this internship.*

Application Questions

Career & Professional Goals*

Provide a brief summary of your current career goals and how this internship would help you achieve them.

Qualifications, Interests & Experience*

Why do you think you would be a good candidate for the Conservation Education Internship position? What strengths would you bring to this position? Why do you want to work for ZSM?

Start Date*

Please indicate the first date you would be available to start the position.

Weekend Availability*

Please describe your weekend availability including any dates that you cannot work during your desired internship term:

Fall Term: September 9 - December 17, 2023
Spring Term: January 6 - May 11, 2024

Would you have interest and availability to work occasional weekdays if needed?*

Answering "no" would not exclude you from consideration! This is just for our information.

Yes

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