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2025 Youth Education Aquatics Intern - Exempt
Washington Department of Natural Resources
Thurston County, WA, USA
USD 16.86-20.23 / hour
Posted on Apr 19, 2025
Description
- 2025 Youth Education Aquatics Intern - Exempt
Recruitment #2025-1-9423
Exempt, Full-time to Part-time (Minimum 16 hours and up to 40 hrs/week), Flexible start date with expected 3-month duration.
Anticipated employment is June-August, 2025
Location: Natural Resources Building - Olympia, WA. - Location flexibility may be considered to include Mason County.
Salary:
Undergraduate Junior or lower: $16.86 - $18.65
Undergraduate Senior: $16.96 - $20.23
Graduate Students: $17.75 - $22.78
Review of applications is ongoing. We reserve the right to make a hiring decision or close this recruitment at any time after April 27. It is in your best interest to submit materials as soon as possible.
Join something GREAT and make a difference!
Join the Washington Department of Natural Resources this summer! As an intern in the Youth Education and Outreach Program (YEOP), you will be working to support programming to engage local youth in education on climate science, nearshore monitoring, and aquatic natural resources management.
This YEOP intern will collaborate with DNR’s aquatic monitoring staff to create curriculum materials to support youth education and outreach regarding the management of aquatic systems; facilitate educational programming in a variety of settings to support environmental literacy and career-connected learning; develop and review protocols to engage the public in community science on locally-relevant aquatic resources management issues; and develop public-facing communications on aquatic monitoring data.
As part of educational programming, this position will support the Climate Resilience Youth Internship (CRYI), which is run in partnership with the Hood Canal Salmon Enhancement Group (HCSEG) and engages high school students in efforts to measure and document scientific observations in their local coastal systems. By encouraging climate literacy and skill development, we hope to continue to engage an expanding group of volunteer community scientists and equip youth with workforce-relevant skills that empower them to engage in climate solution actions in their communities.
Duties
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Responsibilities:
Facilitate Educational Programming- Facilitate learning activities for high school interns participating in the Climate Resilience Youth Internship program
- Facilitate community events for broad public engagement on DNR’s aquatic resources programs
- Facilitate field experiences for youth involved in summer programming to promote climate science education and natural resources career exploration
- Refine tools for evaluating outreach programming outcomes and make recommendations for program improvement
- Film and edit Day in the Life videos highlighting careers in aquatic resources
- Create graphics illustrating pathways to aquatics resources careers
- Design materials for use at tabling events to engage the public in interactive learning about aquatic ecosystems and climate impacts
- Develop curriculum resources to support the Climate Resilience Youth Internship and Students in the Watershed programs
- Collaborate with Aquatics and the Youth Education and Outreach Program staff to develop curriculum for K-12 education on kelp and eelgrass, nearshore monitoring, and climate science
- Collaborate with Aquatics and the Youth Education and Outreach Program staff to develop and refine protocols for participation in community science
Qualifications
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Required Qualifications:
- A current student in an undergraduate or graduate program majoring in Environmental Science, Natural Resources, Marine Science, Oceanography, Education, or a related field.
- A licensed driver with two years of driving experience.
- At least 18 years of age at the time of hire.
- DNR Core Competencies:
- Personal Accountability
- Value Others
- Compassionate Communication
- Inspire Others
- Commitment to Excellence
- Maintain high standards for safety
- Maintain high standards of personal, professional, and ethical conduct
- Contributes to a work environment that embraces diversity and brings together the strengths and perspectives of diverse groups.
- Conveys a clear desire and ability to learn new concepts and skills.
- Shows the ability to turn learned conceptions into practical application.
- The assigned duty station may be a district work center, region headquarters office, or the Natural Resources Building. There is also a large component of work done in a nearshore, forested, open field, or other rugged outdoor setting.
- Outreach events may sometimes take place in evenings or on weekends and require travel outside of the standard workday. This position can flex time within the 40-hour work week.
- A valid, unrestricted driver’s license and two years of driving experience. This position requires driving as an essential function. Finalists and/or interview candidates will be asked to provide a driving record from all states in which they have held a license during the past three years.
- Before hiring, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment, but will be considered in determining the applicant’s suitability and competence to perform in the position.
Additional qualifications or characteristics that may enhance the effectiveness in performing the job, but that are not required.- Experience facilitating educational programming for youth
- Marine science, environmental science, and/or natural resource management coursework
Supplemental Information
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Application Requirements:
- Apply online at www.careers.wa.gov (Click on the APPLY button above).
- Letter of interest: describing your specific qualifications for the position and the position required, desired, and special requirements.
- Resume: that details your experience and qualifications.
- References: at least three professional references with current telephone numbers– you may attach a document, use the References text field in the online application, or include it with your resume.
- Important: Do not attach any documents that include photos or private information (social security number, year of birth, etc.).
- Attach a copy of your college degree certificate or an unofficial copy of your transcripts. If you have questions regarding attaching this document, please contact dnrrecruiting@dnr.wa.gov. If you do not attach your college degree certificate or an unofficial copy of your transcript, your application will not move forward in the application process.
- Complete all supplemental questions.
- Candidates who move forward in the recruitment process may be contacted via email at info@governmentjobs.com with interview information/scheduling instructions. Please monitor the email listed in your application materials and check your junk email folder to ensure you receive those communications.
Persons needing accommodation in the application/testing process or this job announcement in an alternative format may call (360) 522-2500 or email DNRrecruiting@dnr.wa.gov. Applicants who are deaf or hard of hearing may call through the Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6384.
About the Department of Natural Resources (DNR).
At DNR, we approach our work through the lens of making Washington a better place environmentally and are dedicated to serving Washington’s lands and communities through diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Our Vision – Our actions ensure a future where Washington’s lands, waters, and communities thrive.
Our Mission – Manage, sustain, and protect the health and productivity of Washington’s lands and waters to meet the needs of present and future generations.
Our Core Values:- Safety and Well-Being —Our top priority is the safety of the public and our employees.
- Public Service —We value and respect the public we serve, and we value and respect the people of the Department of Natural Resources who step up to serve.
- Innovation and Creative Problem-Solving — We solve our state’s most pressing challenges through innovative thinking, dedication, and bold and creative vision.
- Leadership and Teamwork —We are committed to building leaders at all levels and building teams for success.
- Commitment to organizational health and wellness
- Work/life balance
- DNR Employee Resource Groups (Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Council, Women’s Employee Resource Group, Veterans Employee Resource Group, etc.)
- Statewide Employee Business Resource Groups, visit here to learn more
- Leadership that empowers and supports employees
- Professional development opportunities
- Educational and career development aid
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness Eligibility
- Opportunities to participate in wildland fire suppression assignments
- A comprehensive benefits package that includes employer contributions toward health insurance, paid holidays, retirement plans, sick leave, and vacation days. Visit http://careers.wa.gov/benefits.html for more information.
This recruitment may be extended and may also be used to fill future similar vacancies for up to sixty (60) days.
DNR does not use the E-Verify system. For more information, please visit www.uscis.gov.
Veterans wishing to claim Veteran’s preference, please attach a copy of your DD-214, NGB-22, or other verification of military service. Please black out your Social Security number before attaching it. We thank you and are grateful for your service!
Equal Opportunity Employer: The Washington State Department of Natural Resources is an equal opportunity employer. We strive to create a working environment that includes and respects cultural, racial, ethnic, sexual orientation, and gender identity diversity. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, persons with disability, persons over 40 years of age, veterans, military spouses or people with military status, and people of all sexual orientations and gender identities are encouraged to apply.
Once you submit your online application, you can check your status by logging into your account. If you experience technical difficulties creating, accessing, or completing your application,n call NEOGOV toll-free at (855) 524-5627 or email CareersHelp@des.wa.gov.
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