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Detroit Zoo Teen Counselors-in-Training
ORGANIZATION: Detroit Zoological Society
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1 person is interested
VolunteenCounselors-in-Training (CIT), ages 16 and 17 only, will assist the Detroit Zoo's Summer Safari Camp staff. Camp takes place in weekly seesions, June 22-August 14. The minimum commitment is to attend mandatory training on June 6 or 17 and then volunteer for at least two full weeks of camp sessions. An application and interview process is required for acceptance into the program, Application materials can be found online on the Volunteer page at www.detroitzoo.org. Or contact Volunteer Services at volunteer@dzs.org to request the application.
Each camp has a specific theme with related tours and activities for children in grade K-8. CITs will interact with these campers and take part in all activities under the supervision of adult staff. Successful candidates must enjoy working with young children and have an interest in concepts and issues of biology, environmental or life science and similar disciplines. Reliable transportation to/from the Detroit Zoo in Royal Oak is necessary.
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About Detroit Zoological Society
Location:
8450 W. Ten Mile Rd., Royal Oak, MI 48067, US
Mission Statement
The mission of the Detroit Zoological Society's Volunteer Services department is to provide a dedicated, trained volunteer corps of people who bring unique skills, love of nature and concern for the environment. Through meaningful educational activities, dialog and special events, the volunteers help advocate the Zoological Society's mission: "Celebrating and Saving Wildlife."
Description
The Detroit Zoological Society is a nonprofit 501(c)3 organization that operates the Detroit Zoo and Belle Isle Nature Zoo. Situated on 125 acres of naturalistic exhibits, the Detroit Zoo is located at the intersection of 10 Mile Road and Woodward Avenue, just off I-696, in Royal Oak, Michigan. The Detroit Zoo is open daily, 362 days of the year (closed New Year's Day, Thanksgiving and Christmas). For more information, call (248) 541-5717 or visit www.detroitzoo.org.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
Detroit Zoo8450 W. Ten Mile Rd.Royal Oak, MI 48068
DATE POSTED
March 27, 2015
SKILLS
- People Skills
- Environmental Education
- Environmental Science
- Verbal / Written Communication
GOOD FOR
- Teens
REQUIREMENTS
- Orientation or Training
- Training June 6 or 17 and two weeks of camp
- Application, parental agreement, references