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Description
~ The McKeever Center is administered by Slippery Rock University on behalf of the Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education. Located near Sandy Lake in Mercer County, our 205-acres provide an ideal setting for teaching about ecology and environmental responsibility. ~
Our primary purpose is to provide environmental education programs to assist people of all ages to become better stewards of the Earth's resources.
One of our trails connects McKeever to Lake Wilhelm in Goddard State Park.Realizing that we have a responsibility for the world in which future generations will live, the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania created the McKeever Environmental Learning Center in 1974.
Position Overview
The McKeever Environmental Learning Center is hiring interns for its spring 2016 programs. Internships begin March 14, 2016.
Responsibilities
- Interns become integral staff members organizing, teaching and delivering exemplary day and residential programs to hundreds of school-aged students.
- During your stay, you will learn and live in a setting that promotes environmental stewardship.
- Our internship (10-12 weeks) provides an opportunity to develop a working knowledge of earth education programs such as Sunship Earth and other programs developed by the McKeever Center.
Compensation: Includes a $225/week stipend, approximately 50% of your meals, and free lodging in a fully furnished house.
To Apply
If you are enthusiastic, energetic, enjoy being outdoors, love working with children, and have a passion for environmental education, consider applying for an internship at the McKeever Center. To apply, please click below: "Apply Now Online!" to email us your cover letter and resume with "Teaching Internship" indicated in the subject line.