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Overview - Sales Intern The position is generally a part-time position, working 10 to 20 hours a week. Status of the position would be temporary to permanent. Duties Back-up to stockroom 2-3 hours per day Help in mapping out entire University- all lab related building opportunities, by wing and floor identified Understand stockroom locations, products stocked and processes used to procure Distribute literature and products to the designated labs and discuss the potential benefits to the customers. Follow-up on orders and quotes. Be able to demo effectively vwr.com and set up profiles for end users on vwr.com Assist in product shows and demos Prepare reports and promotional materials as needed (make up sample kits) Assist in new lab start-ups Assist with manufacturers and VWR support people activities Support sales efforts in assigned duties- cart shows/sample blitzes

The Patchwork Group, a nonprofit organization that provides health education and services to at-risk populations, is looking for interns to join our team. At the completion of the internship, the intern will have concrete experience presenting basic health information to diverse audiences.

Puentes is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to provide equal access to healthy, high-quality, safe and affordable food for people in all communities. Puentes implements this mission by providing hands-on training, on-the-ground demonstration, outreach and technical assistance through the development of Community Food Systems that help people grow, process, market and distribute food in a sustainable manner. The chosen interns will assist Puentes in all aspects of community food system development, urban agriculture, small farmer outreach, and youth development through innovative sustainable approaches. Interns work 3-5 days per week, averaging 20-40 hours of work per week. It is intensive job training experience and requires at least an 6 month commitment. All interns must have a positive attitude, an ability to receive constructive criticism, and a strong work ethic. Interns will receive supervision, intensive hands-on training, and skill sets acquisition with the opportunity to conduct and implement independent projects.

Overview - Sales Intern The position is generally a part-time position, working 10 to 20 hours a week. Status of the position would be temporary to permanent. Duties Back-up to stockroom 2-3 hours per day Help in mapping out entire University- all lab related building opportunities, by wing and floor identified Understand stockroom locations, products stocked and processes used to procure Distribute literature and products to the designated labs and discuss the potential benefits to the customers. Follow-up on orders and quotes. Be able to demo effectively vwr.com and set up profiles for end users on vwr.com Assist in product shows and demos Prepare reports and promotional materials as needed (make up sample kits) Assist in new lab start-ups Assist with manufacturers and VWR support people activities Support sales efforts in assigned duties- cart shows/sample blitzes

Oceans of Fun is a marine mammal facility located within the Milwaukee County Zoo. Since 1991, Oceans of Fun has cared for California sea lions and harbor seals while providing educational presentations and interactive programs to Wisconsin families. We are dedicated to the field of marine mammal science and education. It is our goal to provide the best possible environment, training and care for our marine animals with the focus of educating the public about marine life, environmental protection and conservation. Oceans of Fun offers a variety of opportunities for children and families alike to discover the amazing world of seals and sea lions. We provide a wide array of interactive programs, allowing visitors to connect with our animals personally and offer volunteer and internship positions for individuals interested in a career in marine mammal care and education. Have you always loved marine mammals and been interested in the field of animal training? Do you love the earth and want to help make a difference? Are you passionate about public education and want to assist with our mission for conservation? Then our internship programs are a great fit for you! Oceans of Fun is actively interviewing for fall, winter, spring and summer internship positions. Our programs teach individuals how to be an animal care and environmental specialist. Learn about animal diets, facility care, animal training, medical programs, and assist our staff in educating the public about how to care for the environment. Oceans of Fun is a globally recognized leader in the field of marine mammal care and training. We receive internship and volunteer applications from around the world. Our internship programs have been designed to provide participants with valuable experience in a wide variety of activities that occur throughout a trainer's day.

Position: Habitat Restoration Internship Reports to: Coastal Ecologist Location: Bay Center, Providence, RI Dates: 2-4 positions a year Summer: May August 2013 Time commitment: One day per week minimum About the Internship Position: Save The Bay seeks a highly motivated individual to support Save The Bay's Habitat Protection and Restoration Program in the implementation and coordination of community based habitat restoration projects. Duties include conducting research, field monitoring, database management, and planning associated with the restoration of Narragansett Bay habitats. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated individual to have a hands-on role in ecological restoration efforts. Interns will gain an understanding of applied ecological restoration techniques, field monitoring protocols, and environmental problem solving techniques. Interns will also gain experience working with volunteers and collaborating with community organizations. Compensation/Scheduling/Additional Requirements: Save The Bay Internships are unpaid, but are available for college credit. Save The Bay will work with your university to ensure that all steps are taken to fulfill any credit requirements. All Save The Bay Interns are also required to work at the Save The Bay Swim. You will need to be available on Saturday, July 20 from 7 am to 2 pm. To Apply: Interested students are asked submit a letter of intent (cover letter), internship application and resume. Please be sure that these items are attached with the application. All items will be considered when choosing candidates to interview. Applications for internships can be submitted to Save The Bay offices by mail to: Save The Bay Attn: Internship Manager 100 Save The Bay Drive Providence, RI 02905 Applications for internships can also be submitted to Save The Bay by email at: shessler@savebay.org Please use the subject Habitat Restoration Internship in your email Applications will be accepted and positions filled on an on-going basis. Once a candidate is selected for the position, they will be notified by telephone and a confirmation letter will be sent by mail. If you are not selected for an internship, Save The Bay encourages you to volunteer with us and apply again in the future.

Position: Stormwater Campaign Internship Reports to: South County COASTKEEPER® Location: Save The Bay South County Office, Westerly, RI Dates: May August 2013 About the Internship Position: Save The Bay seeks a highly motivated individual to support Save The Bay's South County Coast initiative. The position will serve as an assistant to the South County COASTKEEPER®, working on stormwater research primarily in the southern part of the state, but also throughout the state. Duties include conducting research, field monitoring, database management, and planning associated with our local waters. Compensation/Scheduling/Additional Requirements: Save The Bay Internships are unpaid, but are available for college credit. Save The Bay will work with your university to ensure that all steps are taken to fulfill any credit requirements. South County Coast Internship is a minimum of 14 hours a week (2 days), but additional days may be added to fulfill any university course/credit requirements. All Save The Bay Interns are also required to work at the Save The Bay Swim. You will need to be available on Saturday, July 20 from 7 am to 2 pm. To Apply: Interested students are asked submit a letter of intent (cover letter), internship application and resume. Please be sure that these items are attached with the application. All items will be considered when choosing candidates to interview. Applications for internships can be submitted to Save The Bay offices by mail to: Save The Bay Attn: Internship Manager 100 Save The Bay Drive Providence, RI 02905 Applications for internships can also be submitted to Save The Bay by email at: shessler@savebay.org Please use the subject South County Coast Internship in your email Applications will be accepted and positions filled on an on-going basis. Once a candidate is selected for the position, they will be notified by telephone and a confirmation letter will be sent by mail. If you are not selected for an internship, Save The Bay encourages you to volunteer with us and apply again in the future.

The Wildlife Intern will work closely (May-August) with Sanctuary staff and volunteers on several ecological projects in Dartmouth, MA and nearby locations. The 695 acre Allens Pond Wildlife Sanctuary encompasses a barrier beach, a large coastal salt pond, meadows, and forested uplands at a rural location in southeastern Massachusetts. The internship will consist largely of ornithological field work and data management with opportunities for participation in education and outreach projects.

Internship Title: Audience Research & Evaluation Internship Internship Department: Audience Research and Evaluation Department Objective: The Audience Research and Evaluation team is looking for an intern(s) who is interested in how a large cultural institution like Shedd Aquarium identifies and studies its audience and how it produces world-renowned exhibits and programs. Responsibilities: Interns assist in conducting evaluations and research related to guests, exhibits and programs at Shedd Aquarium. This process, in large part, includes gathering guest feedback though surveys and questionnaires, understanding guest choices by observation/tracking and gaining in-depth information by interviewing guests. Interns may serve in the following roles: A. Data analyst: The intern will be involved in database management, preparation of data for analysis and analyzing data using both quantitative and qualitative methods, as well as assisting with data collection, data entry, and writing and presenting results. B. Field evaluator: The intern will be involved in preparing and managing materials for data collection, collecting data (exit surveys, exhibit surveys, observations, etc.), entering data, and maintaining records and reports. Final Product(s): Social science field experience; completion of data analysis; writing evaluation report(s) of various exhibits and programs, as they relate to the Shedd Aquariums audience. Qualifications: The Audience Research and Evaluation team needs a motivated, self-starter with excellent communication skills who can work in teams and independently. A friendly, optimistic attitude and energetic personality is a must. Candidate needs to have good attention to detail; able to work within tight timelines and in a busy environment. Experience with quantitative and qualitative data analysis a plus. Must be comfortable approaching guests for interviews and questionnaires; able to stand and move quickly through the public areas of the building, including stairs, for several hours. Computer proficiency including intermediate knowledge of Microsoft office (Excel and Word); experience with SPSS preferred. Experience conducting literature searches and writing literature reviews and/or annotated bibliographies

You must apply through the link provided not through this website any applications and resumes sent through this site will not be considered. The Brandywine Zoo Education Department is seeking fun, mature and engaging educators for our seasonal full-time Zoo Camp Educator positions. These positions are paid through The Delaware State Park Internship Program. The Brandywine Zoo's Internships offer hands-on experience for individuals who want to explore a profession in Zoo Education. We're looking for people with great people skills (especially children!), self-starter, mature, energetic; positive; creative; fun; safe, conscientious; and a natural leader who gets along well with others. HOURS: Summer Zoo Camps run Monday Friday from 7:45a.m.-5:30p.m. Candidates must be available for this full time frame SALARY: Stipend of $100/week paid through the Delaware State Park Intern Program. Housing may be available. APPLICATION DEADLINE: March 30, 2013. For more information contact DNREC_Parks_ZooPrograms@state.de.us To APPLY for this position: Visit the Delaware State Parks Website at: http://www.destateparks.com/volunteers/interns/apply.asp and complete the application making sure that you select Zoo-Summer Camp under Internship Preference