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NonDuke Student Intern Environment Educator STEM Pathways Programs

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Duke University

2mo ago

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Summer Internship
  • Research & Development
    Education & Teaching
  • Durham

AI generated summary

  • You need strong communication and organizational skills, the ability to connect with youth, a valid driver’s license, and completion of Duke’s Defensive Driving course. Fuel costs covered.
  • You will manage STEM Pathways programs, train high school students, oversee outreach schedules, organize research activities, and collaborate on resilience and water quality projects.

Requirements

  • This job requires strong communication and organizational skills as well as the ability to connect with youth of all ages.
  • Job locations are off campus in Carteret County, so you will need to be able to drive (i.e. have an active driver’s license). We will have a DUML rental car for this program for the summer – so you will need to complete Duke’s Defensive Driving course. Fuel costs will be covered.

Responsibilities

  • Program manager for Community Science Initiative’s STEM Pathways programs.
  • This position will manage and oversee the STEM Pathways programs.
  • This would include training high school students in hands-on mentoring, running hands-on STEM programs, overseeing/creating the high school outreach schedules, organizing/running fun “research activities” with the high school students at the marine lab (oyster farm trips, whale ID trips, Cape Lookout excursion, etc.), developing outreach activities, and more.
  • The work also includes collaborating with the Community Engagement Fellow on research and programming surrounding resilience, water quality, and restoration.
  • After the programs end there is some work on getting everything organized for the next year.

FAQs

What is the duration of the internship?

The internship will run from early May through the beginning of August.

Where is the internship located?

The internship is in-person at the Duke Marine Lab, which is located in Carteret County.

What is the hourly pay for this position?

The rate of pay is $16.50 per hour.

Are there any driving requirements for the job?

Yes, you will need an active driver's license to drive, as the job locations are off-campus. You will also need to complete Duke's Defensive Driving course.

Is prior experience required for this position?

No prior experience is specified as a requirement for the position.

Will there be training provided for high school students?

Yes, training for the high school students will begin in the second week of June.

What are the main responsibilities of this role?

The main responsibilities include managing the STEM Pathways program, overseeing summer camps, organizing outreach activities, and collaborating on research related to resilience and water quality.

What skills are important for this internship?

Strong communication and organizational skills, along with the ability to connect with youth of all ages, are important for this internship.

Is there flexibility in work hours during May and August?

Yes, the position can be flexible in scheduling for May and August, but June and July will require full-time work.

How can interested applicants apply for this position?

Interested applicants should email Liz Demattia at liz.demattia@duke.edu or apply directly at https://bit.ly/41hoU4b.

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