Professional Development Intern

Professional Development Intern

Department

EDUCATION

Type

TEMPORARY

Status

PART-TIME

SUMMARY

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California Science Center The Professional Development Intern position is responsible for assisting in the development and facilitation of high-quality, interactive hands-on science education trainings for the California Science Center Foundation (“Foundation”). The intern will collaborate with the professional development team to emphasize best practices in TK-8th grade science education and the implementation of the Next Generation Science Standards across all programming. This is a part-time summer position.

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Currently enrolled in a two (2) year or four (4) year college or university.
  • College courses in science and/or education preferred.
  • Effective interpersonal skills (verbally and written) with diverse audiences.
  • Excellent computer skills, including Google and Microsoft suites of programs.
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills.
  • Ability to work a flexible schedule that includes weekends and holidays.

MAJOR JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Assist in the preparation and delivery of educator trainings.
  • Organize and prepare materials for use before and after educator trainings.
  • Support in facilitating engaging science experiences for TK-8th grade educators.
  • Assist in daily administrative and operational tasks related to educator trainings.
  • Perform other duties as assigned

COMPENSATION

Salary Rage: $18.42 / Hour

APPLICATION PROCESS

Email all application materials (Resume, Cover Letter, Application) to HR@californiasciencecenter.org Don't meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification.

The California Science Center

Foundation is dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.
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