How to Find a Summer Job as a Environmental Education Instructor

If you're in the field of environmental science, a summer job in environmental education give you experience for regular employment, a good thing to have on your resume. Follow these steps to find a summer job in this growing industry.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

1. Decide what type of environmental science education job you're qualified for. If you're a science teacher or have a four-year degree in science or a related field, look for more advanced jobs, such as an environmental educator team leader or director.

2. If you're a college student, look into environmental education internships. An internship is a great resume booster and affords you valuable hands-on work experience.

3. Pick a location where you'd like to spend your summer. Most environmental education positions require you to live on the work site. Areas with many state or national parks, like Colorado or Wyoming, have part-time positions open during the summer months.

4. Research jobs on the Internet. Most state parks have their own Web sites and often list jobs or temporary openings. See which match your qualifications.

5. Make a trip to local state parks and talk to the park director about summer employment opportunities.

6. After researching the job, write a cover letter that explains why you would be the right person to hire as an environmental education instructor. On your resume, list work and educational experience that demonstrates your teaching skills and your knowledge of environmental science.

Tips & Warnings

• Most environmental science positions require you to live on the job site for the duration of your employment.
• If you take a job that is far away from home, travel costs will probably be your responsibility.

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