Environmental Education Internship

• Receive two weeks of paid training 

• Become skilled in writing and implementing science, environmental education, and outdoor focused lesson plans

• Develop and improve collaboration skills through group management and educational co-instruction

• Learn about Nantucket’s diverse ecosystems including globally rare sandplain grasslands and coastal heathlands

• Have the opportunity to attend all MMA educational opportunities free-of-charge including open nights at the observatory, science lecture series, historical walks, and night hikes. 

• Build competencies and transferrable skills to take with you beyond Nantucket

• Experience summer life on one of the most beautiful islands in the US including kayaking, hiking, snorkeling, and biking

• Develop friendships that will last a lifetime

• Have some degree of environmental education, natural history, natural sciences, or education course which may include coursework, internship, volunteering, lab work, etc. with at least two years of college experience.
• At least 19 years old, preference given to those 21 years and older
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds
• Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Have naturalist skills and/or experience as an environmental educator
• Have experience working with children of multiple ages
• CPR and First Aid Certified, or willing to be certified by the start of the internship
• Lifeguarding Certified, or willing to be certified by the start of the internship (we are able to reimburse a portion of the certification cost)
• Have a valid and current driver's license with a clean driving record
• Able to pass a safe driving test to be qualified to drive company vehicles to outbound field trips
• Excited to share their passion for science and nature with children through creative lesson plans
• Confident in leading groups of children in the outdoors, including beach and water environments, in a fun and safe way
• Comfortable working independently, initiating activities, coordinating with co-teachers, and maintaining a positive attitude in challenging situations

Preference will be given to applicants that:

• Are at least 21 years of age
• Have completed or are currently enrolled in environmental education, natural sciences, or education courses
• Have naturalist skills and/or experience as an environmental educator
• Have experience working with children of multiple ages
• Are able to commit for the entire summer: June 1 – September 1
• Have a current driver’s license

• Work with a co-instructor and Camp and Youth Engagement Director to plan and write unique lessons for campers ages 5 – 16 years each week
• Design and make any needed educational supplements to go along with your lessons
• Lead campers in nature hikes, wetland observations, bird watching, orienteering, community service projects, art projects, insect collecting, kayaking excursions, snorkeling exploration, and much more
• Maintain all educational supplies and equipment by washing and putting away after use
• Attend all required meetings including end of the summer cleaning
• Help in the office to prepare administratively for the next week
• Additional responsibilities may include helping in the main office, leading public or private programs such as birthday parties or snorkeling excursions, and assisting with other facets of the Association’s day-to-day operations
• Co-present educational and outreach programs on and off-site several times per week alongside MMA Astronomy, Aquarium and Natural Science Museum Interns
• Mentor high school interns and volunteers
• Stay curious and enthusiastic about the natural world!

• This is a paid internship at $15 per hour
• The MMA has dormitory-style housing available for interns to rent for $30 per week to cover cleaning costs. Housing is located within walking distance to the town center and is a short bike ride to beautiful beaches, hiking trails, museums, and other great locations. If you live on campus, you will be expected to attend and participate in all dorm cleaning days as part of your housing agreement. Please note that the dorm rooms are shared. Interns are not required to live in MMA provided housing, however, as Nantucket’s housing availability is notoriously limited and often expensive, we require our interns to provide proof of alternative housing before their internship begins.

This internship runs from May 26, 2025, to approximately August 31, 2025. The end date may be flexible.

Completed applciaitons are due March 1, 2025 at 11PM EST.

Completed applications consist of a resume, cover letter, 3 references and 2 letters of recommendation from these references, official or unofficial transcripts and the Internship application.

Questions? 

Contact: William Evans,

Camp and Youth Engagement Director

wevans@mariamitchell.org

Phone: 508.228.9198 ext.105

The Maria Mitchell Association is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need. 

• Former MMA Education Interns 

• Excited to share their passion for science and nature with children through creative lesson plans

• Confident in leading groups of children in the outdoors, including beach and water environments, in a fun and safe way

• Comfortable working independently, initiating activities, coordinating with co-teachers, and maintaining a positive attitude in challenging situations

• Certified in CPR, First Aid, and Lifeguarding, or are willing to become certified prior to camp (we are able to reimburse a portion of the certification cost)

• Flexible, passionate, willing to work hard, and able to live and work well with others.

Preference will be given to applicants that:

• Are at least 21 years of age

• Have completed or are currently enrolled in environmental education, natural sciences, or education courses

• Have naturalist skills and/or experience as an environmental educator

• Have experience working with children of multiple ages

• Are able to commit for the entire summer June 1 - September 1

• Have a current driver’s license

• Actively participate in Staff Training, and plan/facilitate 1-3 training blocks 

• Serve as a positive example for new education staff 

• Work with a co-teacher and Education staff to plan and write unique lessons for children ages 5 – 16 years each week 

• Design and make any needed educational props to go along with your lessons 

• Lead campers in nature hikes, wetland studies, survival skill instruction, bird watching, 

orienteering, community service projects, art projects, insect collecting, kayaking excursions, snorkeling exploration, and much more 

• Maintain all educational supplies and equipment by washing and putting away after use 

• Attend all required meetings including end of the summer cleaning. To facilitate this, we ask interns to keep their weekday schedule open from 8am-6pm 

• Help in the office to prepare administratively for the next week 

• Additional responsibilities may include helping in the main office, leading public or private programs such as birthday parties or snorkeling excursions, and assisting with other facets of the Association’s day-to-day operations 

• This is a paid internship at $16 per hour.
• The MMA has dormitory-style housing available for interns to rent for $30 per week to cover cleaning costs. Housing is located within walking distance to the town center and is a short bike ride to beautiful beaches, hiking trails, museums, and other great locations. If you live on campus, you will be expected to attend and participate in all dorm cleaning days as part of your housing agreement. Please note that the dorm rooms are shared. Interns are not required to live in MMA provided housing, however, as Nantucket’s housing availability is notoriously limited and often expensive, we require our interns to provide proof of alternative housing before their internship begins.

• Receive two weeks of paid training
• Leadership training 
• Become skilled in writing and implementing science, environmental education, and outdoor focused lesson plans
• Develop and improve collaboration skills through group management and educational co-instruction
•  Learn about Nantucket’s diverse ecosystems including globally rare sandplain grasslands and coastal heathlands
•  Have the opportunity to attend all MMA educational opportunities free-of-charge including open nights at the observatory, science lecture series, historical walks, and night hikes. 
• Build competencies and transferrable skills to take with you beyond Nantucket
•  Experience summer life on one of the most beautiful islands in the US including kayaking, hiking, snorkeling, and biking
• Develop friendships that will last a lifetime

Completed applciaitons are due March 1, 2025 at 11PM EST.

Completed applications consist of a resume, cover letter, 3 references and 2 letters of recommendation from these references, official or unofficial transcripts and the Internship application.

Questions? 

Contact: William Evans,

Camp and Youth Engagement Director

wevans@mariamitchell.org

Phone: 508.228.9198 ext.105

The Maria Mitchell Association is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.