Description
Interns work within arboretum’s Education and Visitor Services Unit. They are assigned to help with public outreach, assisting with major events, and developing programs for both children and adults. Interns participate in regularly scheduled educational programs and field trips, work on independent projects that benefit the arboretum, and are supervised by the arboretum's professional staff. Compensation for the 2009 year-long internship is approx. $15.67/hr. Typically the work week is Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., with occasional weekend days and evenings. College credit may be arranged by the student and is encouraged.

Qualifications
Applicants need to have either completed at least 24 hours of relevant course work or have acquired one year of practical experience. Basic communication and writing skills, interest in plants, and the ability to work independently are very important.

Duties & Working Conditions
Interns will be responsible for researching, implementing, and evaluating educational programs; keeping accurate records; participating in committees; and planning events. Interns will also interact with the public and answer visitors’ questions.

Education and Visitor Services Intern

To apply for the Year-Long Internships:

Applications for the year-long public education internship must go through the ARS Human Resources Department. The announcement is not yet been posted. Please check back in late January or early February 2009 for a link to the application.