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  • Youth Program Mentor (part-time, summer 2021), The Nature Conservancy (Markham, IL; due May 28)

    May 20, 2021 3:15 pm by Susan HelminkInternships

    Position Website and Application Information Job ID 49788

    A LITTLE ABOUT US

    Since 1951, The Nature Conservancy has been doing work you can believe in protecting the lands and waters that all life depends on. As a science-based organization, we create innovative, on-the-ground solutions to our world’s toughest challenges so that we can create a world in which people and nature thrive. 

    We’re rooted in our Mission and guided by our Values, which includes a Commitment to Diversity and Respect for People, Communities, and Cultures. We know we’ll only achieve our Mission by hiring and engaging a diverse workforce that reflects the communities in which we work. Whether it’s career development, work/life balance, or a rewarding mission, there’s lots of reasons to love life #insideTNC. Our goal is to cultivate an inclusive work environment so that all of our colleagues around the globe feel a sense of belonging, and that their unique contributions to our mission are valued.

    YOUR POSITION WITH TNC

    The Youth Internship program is designed to introduce and enhance the knowledge and understanding of the connection between people and nature. This goal is accomplished while engaging in this primarily virtual paid intern program.    

    ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

    Interns will be provided with a variety of assignments that will require them to engage in outdoor areas that are primarily within walking distance of their home and/or school. Provisions may also be made for transportation to other sites of interest as needed.  Assignments will also provide opportunities to engage people and nature virtually and in person(family) in ways necessary to complete assignments and projects. Interns will also participate in zoom meetings, lectures and presentations.

    RESPONSIBILITIES AND SCOPE

    • Works responsibly under the general supervision of the Program Coordinator and the direct supervision of the Program Mentor.
    • Independently work and complete assignments that will primarily be delivered virtually.                 
    • Make sound and independent decisions based on the stated responsibilities and expectations to complete 10 hours of work/week.
    • Participate in the on-line lectures, meetings and presentations.

    MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

    • Students,16–18 years of age.
    • Experience taking direction and functioning responsibly and independently.
    • Experience effectively and respectfully engaging with fellow interns and responding to the leadership of the Program Coordinator.
       

    DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

    • Good work ethic and desire to learn and grow.
    • Ability to follow instructions from colleagues/coworkers/team members.
    • Ability to work in a virtual team environment.

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