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Program Description
Organization
Austin Youth River Watch
Position Title
Austin Environmental Leaders Intern
Category
Part-Time (4 hours/week)
Location
AYRW Ecohouse (10611 Platt Lane) and virtual meetings via Zoom
Internship Stipend
Approx $320/month ($20/hour)
Duration
September 2nd 2024 - December 13th 2024
Orientation Day
September 15th from 4-8 PM
Application Deadline
August 18th, 2024
Summary
Our AEL program provides career readiness-skills to young adults aged 18+ in central Texas through intensive mentorship, on-the-job training, and environmental restoration. Over the course of a semester, interns commit to 16 hours of service per month and receive an hourly stipend for their efforts.
Contact
Questions? Email beth@riverwatchers.org for more information!
Responsibilities
Attend weekly meetings consistently either virtually or in-person throughout the semester
Complete 4 hours/week of supervised shifts including water quality testing, maintaining native plant nursery, career readiness and independent assignments
Research, design and present a project on topic of your choice
Qualifications
Must be between 18-24 years old (current college enrollment not required)
Interest in environmental work
Excellent communication and time management skills
Eager to learn new skills and gain professional experience
Hard-working and self motivated
Reliable transportation preferred but not required
Applications closed for Fall 2024. Spring 2025 will open in December 2024.