Deadline
Apr 01, 2027
Closing in 164 days
Location
N/A
United States
Employment
Other
Full time
Reference
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Posted
Oct 01, 2026
Offered salary$1450 per month
About the role
2027 Environmental Intern (Spring)
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Posting Details
Posting Details| Job Title | 2027 Environmental Intern (Spring) |
|---|---|
| Requisition Number | DU15150 |
| Department Name | 81360:4-H CENTRAL OPERATIONS |
| Work Location | Lexington, KY |
| Salary Range | $1450 per month + housing |
| Type of Position | Temporary |
| Position Time Status | Full-Time |
| Required Education | High School/GED |
| Required Related Experience | At least 6 months experience with Extension, a University or related environmental education experience. |
| Required License/Registration/Certification | N/A |
| Physical Requirements | Applicant must be able to lift up to 25 pounds, be available to work long hours in a noisy environment, work in outside/hot/cold conditions, and be on feet for long periods of time. |
| Shift | Days and evenings Monday through Friday. Internship opportunities range in length during the time frame of March 2027 and May 2027. |
| Job Summary | Responsibilities include working with school age youth in the following areas: develop and teach hands-on environmental education classes, lead recreational games, campfires, singing, night hikes or other activities that convey the value if the natural environment. Interns will select an environmental project approved by their on-site supervisor and which is an area of interest to the student. They will conduct research and develop the project into a written plan. Internships available at JM Feltner 4-H Camp (London, Kentucky), West Kentucky 4- H Camp (Dawson Springs, Kentucky), Lake Cumberland 4-H Camp (Jabez, Kentucky), and North Central 4-H Camp (Carlisle, Kentucky). |
| Skills / Knowledge / Abilities | N/A |
| Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? | No |
| Preferred Education/Experience | College work toward a degree in some aspect of Environmental education or related field. |
| Deadline to Apply | 04/01/2027 |
| Our University Community | We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus. The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status. Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen. |
Posting Specific Questions
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How many years experience (paid or non-paid) do you have in environmental education?
- None
- More than 0, through 1 year
- More than 1 year, through 3 years
- More than 3 year, through 5 years
- More than 5 years
Applicant Documents
Required Documents- Resume
- Cover Letter
How to apply
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