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6 people are interested
Education Internship
ORGANIZATION: Buffalo & Erie County Botanical Gardens
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6 people are interested
Duties
This internship opportunity is available to college students who have demonstrated knowledge and interest in education, science, botany and/or natural history. Suggested majors include but are not limited to: early, elementary and secondary education; environmental education; environmental studies; museum studies and museum education.
The Education Internship Program is designed to provide practical experience in environmental/museum education, botany and conservation. This program also includes the opportunity to gain a broad insight into the Botanical Gardens and the local non-profit cultural institution community and how it operates.
Responsibilities
- Assist the education team and volunteer docents in the execution and instruction of programs including Hands-On School and Scout Programs, Guided Tours and Wegmans Family Day Programming.
- Edit and coordinate program materials for Horticulture Classes, Scavenger Hunts and Docent Training program.
- Work closely with the Education Team to assist with daily operations.
Requirements
Candidates should have strong organizational skills, be a team player, possess attention to detail and be comfortable working with the public in both organized and informal situations. Experience with public speaking and working with children is preferred. Interns must pass a background check. The internship is unpaid, and transportation is the responsibility of the intern.
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About Buffalo & Erie County Botanical Gardens
Location:
2655 S PARK AVE, BUFFALO, NY 14218, US
Mission Statement
The Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens is a living museum dedicated to advancing appreciation for and knowledge of plant life and its connection to people and cultures through its documented living plant collection, historic conservatory, education, research and exhibits.
Description
The Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens Society, Inc. is a 501(c)(3), not-for-profit organization and a living museum dedicated to advancing appreciation for and knowledge of plant life and its connection to people and cultures through its documented living plant collection, historic conservatory, education, research and exhibits.
Designed by Lord & Burnham, premier designers of Victorian glass houses, this Victorian conservatory opened in 1900. The unique tri-domed glass, wood and steel design was based upon the famous Crystal Palace in Kew Gardens Palm House in England. The Botanical Gardens is a national historic site, education center and tourist destination full of exotic horticulture treasures from around the world. Today, the Botanical Gardens is one of only two remaining Lord & Burnham conservatories incorporated into a Fredrick Law Olmsted designed park. South Park was planned to be an arboretum with trees planted together as botanical families. When you drive, hike or jog the South Park Ring Road, you will enjoy all the Olmsted vistas including a small lake at the center and surrounding meadow.
The Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens Society, Inc. and Erie County have a longstanding working relationship. On August 16, 2004 , The Society and Erie County formed a public/private partnership. While Erie County continues to play an important role in the future of The Gardens, formation of this new partnership gave The Society 100% responsibility for the day-to-day management and operations of The Gardens. The Society is a 501(c)(3), not-for-profit corporation dedicated to restoring, reviving and remaking The Gardens to its fullest potential!
The Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens is a national historic site, education center and tourist destination full of exotic horticulture treasures. Although there are some plants native to our temperate region, most are native to tropical and sub-tropical regions of the world. Made up of three glass domes and nine greenhouses, this breathtaking conservatory is situated on 11.4 acres at the entrance to Buffalo ’s historic South Park .
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
2655 South Park AveLackawanna, NY 14218
DATE POSTED
June 7, 2019
SKILLS
- Physical Education
- General Education
- Environmental Education
- Mentoring
- Teaching / Instruction
- Horticulture
GOOD FOR
- Teens
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
- Background Check
- Must be at least 17
- Orientation or Training