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Internships are an excellent way to enhance your in-class learning with hands-on, experiential learning with a company or organization that relates directly to your career goals.

While NMU Career Services does not award academic credit for internships earned (you need to work with your academic department in order to earn credit towards your degree), the center does post internship opportunities with companies, government agencies and non-profit organizations. To begin your search for an internship, click on one of the links below. Once you find an internship in which you're interested, contact your academic department to explore the possibility of earning academic credit.

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If you have any questions regarding the internship-related services provided by Career Services, contact Steven LaFond, Assistant Director.

Internships

Visitor Services Intern			(Job ID: 18845)
Date Posted:	1-4-2013
Number of Positions:	2
Date Needed:	5/12/13	Application Deadline:	4/5/13
Compensation:	Benefits and Logistics: - one 24 week and one 12 to 15 week internship are available between the months of May and November; - $200/week allowance ($250 per week for 24 week interns during second 12 weeks) will be given to SNHA sponsored interns; - housing, transportation to and from work, and laundry facilities are provided; - vehicles are provided for work purposes; - uniform shirts provided, but pants or shorts (shorts, jeans or pants must be in good condition) and closed toed shoes must be provided by the intern; - 40 hr. work week, including weekends and evenings.	Work Study:
Times Needed:	Visitor Services Interns are needed May through October. Dates may vary depending on your availability. There are two positions open a 12 to 15 week internship and a 24 week internship.

Qualifications:	Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Successful applicants should: - be energetic and responsible; - be able to work independently and in small groups with a variety of personalities; - have public speaking and group management skills; - have experience in leading programs and - working with public is desired; - have excellent verbal and writing skills; - be knowledgeable in natural history, biology, bird identification etc.; - have a valid driver's license (required); - be pursuing a degree in parks and recreation, environmental education, interpretation, or a related field; - however other backgrounds may be accepted.

Preferred Majors:	Elementary Education Integrated Sciences Environmental Conservation Environmental Science Earth Science Outdoor Recreation Leadership and Management Secondary Education Biology Secondary Education Earth Science Biology Ecology

Duties:	Major Duties and Responsibilities The duties assigned to the successful applicant would be wide-ranging and should prepare the applicant for a future career in visitor services or recreation. Assigned duties may include: - opening and closing the Visitor Center; - developing and presenting programs for refuge visitors and school groups (e.g., nature walks, auto tours and environmental education programs); - working on special interpretive projects (e.g., education trunks, brochures, news articles, exhibits, signs, the website, podcasting, etc.) assisting with bookstore operations; - checking and responding to phone messages; - planning, organizing and conducting special events (e.g., Children's Fishing Day, Youth in the Outdoors, etc.); - staffing the Visitor Center information desk; - assisting volunteers; - cleaning/maintenance of the Visitor Center, exhibits, grounds, and vehicles; - posting updates on SNHA's Flickr and Facebook pages; - working with biology staff and interns on wildlife surveys; - assisting with other responsibilities as assigned.

Organization Information
Seney National Wildlife Refuge
1674 Refuge Entrance Road
Seney, MI 49883
http://www.fws.gov/refuge/seney/

Contact Information
Sara Giles
Visitor Services Manager
Phone:	(906) 586-9851, 10
Fax:	(906) 586-3800
E-mail:	Sara_Giles@fws.gov

How to Apply

Submit resume, cover letter, unofficial college transcripts, 2 letters of recommendation, and time period available by April 5th, 2013 to Sara Giles, Seney National Wildlife Refuge, 1674 Refuge Entrance Rd. Seney, MI 49883. If you have questions call (906) 586-9851 ext. 10. Phone interview will be conducted starting in March until positions are filled. It is best to get your applications in early.

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