![]() 2022 Application for Education Department Seasonal Positions and Internships at the Maria Mitchell AssociationDeadline: February 15, 2022, 11pm EST, or until all positions are filled. |
Please fill out the following online form. For descriptions of the available positions, please click here. At the bottom of this page, please upload the documents listed below in PDF format. If your documentation was uploaded successfully, you will receive an automated email confirmation that includes a PDF file of your entire application, including your uploaded PDF documents. Please note: If you do not receive this completed PDF file, your application materials were not uploaded successfully and will not be processed. Questions may be sent to Camden Palm, Education Coordinator, at cpalm@mariamitchell.org.
1) Cover Letter:Your cover letter should be a maximum of one page describing which position you are most excited about, where you saw the position advertised, why you are interested in Environmental Education, any specific experience, interests, or skills that make you an ideal candidate, and any other information you would like to share.2) Resume:Two pages maximum. Include information about any previous internships, jobs, coursework, or volunteer experience relevant to your application.3) Application Questions:Please answer the following questions. Each answer should be no more than 10 sentences.1. Describe any experiences you have working with children and/or families in an education or summer camp setting. 2. What qualities define an excellent educator? Why do you believe these are important? 3. Describe a memorable outdoor experience you have had in your lifetime. 4. When is a time your supportive actions helped someone succeed? 5. Do you hold a current Lifeguard Certification? If so, please share the total years you have been certified and the expiration date of your certification. Feel free to include other relevant certifications such as First Aid, Wilderness First Aid, Wilderness First Responder, etc... 6. Starting Dates: Please reference the website and indicate your preferred arrival date and make sure you can arrive in time to begin the position for which you have applied. Env Education Instructor Training begins 6/1/22 with an expected arrival no later than 5/31/22. Assistant Education Coordinator begins 4/15/22. The NLP position begins 5/24/22 or earlier. All positions may be able to arrive up to one week early. 7. End Dates: Please indicate the end date you prefer. There are three possible end dates for all positions: 8/20/22, 8/27/22 or 9/2/22. You must be able to stay for the full length of the option you choose. Please be sure these materials are uploaded as PDF files only. |