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Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation AreaFinding your way is not always easy. But, wildlife biologists are studying the ways animals find their way in this urban mtn range.
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Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area
Internships-Education Intern
Students training to be teachers can get experience working with groups of students in elementary, middle and high schools through in-class programs and field programs (Education Intern). The education interns may receive college credit for their work.
 
Major Duties:
  • May assist staff and educators to develop additional elementary,middle or high school curriculum-based programs. Tasks may includeresearching state and national standards, administering evaluations andreviewing results under the supervision of experienced park staff.
  • May present a Native American Culture and biological diversityprogram for 3rd-4th grade students at our field site in Newbury Parkduring the school year.
  • May assist with the presentation of middle and high schoolscience programs in the classroom or in the field at various locationsduring the school year.
  • May assist with special projects, events, fairs all year, or with teacher workshops during the summer.
Requirements:
  • College student or recent graduate with a background in Education, Ecology or related field.
  • Ability to work well both independently and as part of a team, be detail-oriented and organized.
  • Good oral and written communication skills and ability to follow oral and written directions.
  • Valid driver's license is required.
  • Must have own transportation to and from worksite. Governmentvehicles are available for intern use within the scope of theirinternship.
Work Site and Conditions:
  • Intern will be based at Rancho Sierra Vista in Newbury Park.
  • Work will involve some physical activity, including hiking, walking, stooping and lifting educational equipment.
  • Twelve week (3 month) full time commitment is preferred. Part time internships for longer commitment may be arranged.
  • Intern will work weekdays

 
Application Instructions

To apply send letter of application with availability, resume,three references and unofficial transcript by e-mail toSheila_braden@nps.gov or regular mail to Sheila Braden, National ParkService, 401 West Hillcrest, Thousand Oaks, CA 91360, or fax (805) 3701851 to her attention.
For additional information contact: sheila_braden@nps.gov
Sue Nelson, Jill Swift, and Margo Feurer were instrumental in the movement to create a national recreation area near Los Angeles.  

Did You Know?
Four state parks were the triumph of a grassroots movement to protect open spaces minutes from Los Angeles in the 1950s & 60s. Three women, Sue Nelson, Jill Swift, and Margo Feuer further galvanized the movement that helped make Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area a reality in 1978.

Last Updated: June 26, 2008 at 17:18 EST