The Minnesota Naturalists’ Association (MNA) exists to advance
natural and cultural resource interpretation for the purpose
of fostering wise stewardship of all resources.
JOBS & INTERNSHIPS
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Adventure Program Coordinator, Wolf Ridge Environmental Learning Center, Full-Time Permanent | Wolf Ridge is seeking a new Adventure Program Coordinator to join our team that facilitates year round programming out of our facility in Finland, MN. This position manages a highly diverse set of adventure education programs. Wolf Ridge acknowledges prospective applicants may not have expertise in all areas but is seeking an individual with documented adventure program management and leadership in at least some of the programming areas, along with commitment to build skills and certifications in other areas of need. | For more information, visit https://wolf-ridge.org/careers/ To apply, please complete an online general application and submit the following to Rebecca Meyer, Program Director at jobs@wolf-ridge.org:
For questions, call 218-353-7414 | Open until filled |
Graduate Naturalist at Wolf Ridge Environmental Learning Center, Full time/temporary graduate certificate program | Wolf Ridge offers work experience combined with regular evaluation and graduate level coursework in collaboration with Antioch University New England - designed to help you grow as an experiential educator and naturalist. This is a 10-month program from late August to Mid June that culminates in a graduate-level Certificate in Environmental Education and Sustainability, with 12 transferable graduate credits. Graduate naturalists teach an average of 6 half-day classes a week, attend graduate seminars, live and learn in our sustainable staff housing, and explore our 2,000 acre campus while learning how to be better educators, live in community, and co-teach with the natural world! | We will be starting interviews for the 2024-2025 cohort in early March. |
Environmental Education Fellow, Osprey Wilds Environmental Learning Center Full-time temporary | Gain experience in current environmental education methods, as well as knowledge of Minnesota’s unique biomes and natural history through training seminars, direct mentorship, graduate-level coursework, and on-the-job learning. |
https://ospreywilds.org/aboutus/work/fellowship/
To apply, please email your cover letter (explaining why you want to work in the outdoors with children), resume, and three references (at least 2 professional references) to: Ashley Bozman, Fellowship Coordinator, Osprey Wilds Environmental Learning Center bozman@ospreywilds.org (320) 245-2648 | www.ospreywilds.org | open until filled |
High School Science Teacher (Environmental School) Academic Arts High School, West St Paul, MN, Full-time | Looking for qualified applicants who have a passion for teaching MN high school science standards through environmental, project-based themes. Academic Arts High School is a Teacher Powered School, meaning the professional staff have autonomy to design their own curriculum and truly have a say in the day-to-day and long term health of the school community. Below is a list of qualities that makes Academic Arts an attractive work environment: | Contact our administrator Davi Hicks (davi.hicks@academicarts.org) for more information. To apply, send your cover letter and resume to Davi Hicks. | Open Until Filled |
Environmental Educator at Hartley Nature Center, part-time occasional
| The Environmental Educator position may teach a variety of environmental education programming to various age groups at Hartley Nature Center. These events may include outreach programs, summer camp, field trips, birthday parties, afterschool programs, public programming/ naturalist staffing on weekends, and other duties as assigned. Work to center justice, equity, diversity and inclusion in your work as an educator and a part of the Hartley community Work to center stewardship and sustainability as an educator and part of the Hartley community. | https://hartleynature.org/about/employment/ Applicants please include a cover letter, resume and a minimum of two professional or educational references. Please direct applications or inquiries to: Mary Oliver, Education Director Hartley Nature Center 3001 Woodland Ave Duluth, MN 55803 (218)-724-6735 education@hartleynature.org | Open until filled |
Environmental Education Intern, Hartley Nature Center in Duluth, full-time, stipend pay | The Environmental Education Intern will assist in developing and delivering environmental based content to people of all ages in camps, field trips and community programming. They will join a friendly, dynamic staff that is dedicated to carrying out Hartley Nature Center’s mission of inspiring lifelong connections with nature through education, play and exploration. | https://hartleynature.org/about/employment/ Applicants please include a cover letter, resume and a minimum of two professional and/or educational references. Ideally, at least one of the references has seen the applicant working with students or participants. Please direct applications or inquiries to: education@hartleynature.org | Open until filled |
Various Education Positions, Minneapolis Park and Recreation, Board (Seasonal) |
| Find full descriptions and how to apply at | Various deadlines, see individual postings |
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listings. Visit their page to search for a position or to post one. | WAEE (Wisconsin Association of Environmental Education) is a member-based, professional community of individuals and organizations with diverse backgrounds that promotes responsible environmental action, elevates voices for environmental justice, and celebrates excellence in environmental education. | MyCountyParks.com is the ever-expanding internet presence for County Conservation Boards across Iowa. Numerous counties allow you to make online reservations for many of the 27,000+ events, programs & trips they collectively provide. These include opportunities for jobs and internships.
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