Internships, Employment & Summer Research

The Blank Park Zoo in Des Moines is hiring several seasonal summer positions, including a

• Lead Camp Counselor
• Assistant Camp Counselor
• Seasonal Educator 
• Camp Floater

Students may apply here: https://www.blankparkzoo.com/contact-us/jobs/ 

Role Description

We are very pleased to announce that Camp Courageous is once again looking to hire staff for our 2022 spring and summer seasons. If you are looking for a rewarding, adventure-filled job where you will face challenges that will help you better understand what it means to be compassionate, look no further.

Spring season runs from March 6th-May 20th.
Summer season runs from May 22nd-August 14th

Camp Courageous is a year-round recreational and respite care located in Monticello, IA. Our camp focuses on providing barrier-free opportunities to children and adults with disabilities and chronic illnesses. Campers of all ages and abilities will attend camp throughout the year. Campers who attend this camp will have the opportunity to try a wide variety of activities. These activities include, but are not limited to Arts and Crafts, Deep-Cave-Spelunking, High and Low Ropes Courses, Zipline, Canoeing, Bowling, and Swimming. Our mission is to do everything in our power to adapt these activities to any who would like to participate.
Camp Courageous strives to be a truly wonderful and inclusive space where we accommodate all campers regardless of their ability. If you are looking for a meaningful job or to gain experience working with a diverse camper population then this is the place for you. Here at Camp Courageous, you will join staff from around the world brought together by a common commitment to serving those with special needs. For those seeking a career in Special Education, Therapy, Human Services, Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, Speech Pathology, Recreational Therapy, Social Work, or any other Helping Profession, Camp Courageous is an excellent career stepping stone where you can gain experience and build your resume. If you would like to join us in our mission, contact us as soon as possible!
Counselors at Camp Courageous are paid at a higher rate than any other counselors in Iowa, they also receive housing separate from campers with meals provided.
If you are interested or would like to know more, please contact us at: program@campcourageous.org, or take a look at our website: https://campcourageous.org (www.campcourageous.org)
Apply at: https://campcourageous.org/program-employment-application

The Conservation Corp is actively recruiting for positions that start in early May 2022. They are looking for individuals to fill summer, 6-month and 12-month appointments. Current students and recent college graduates looking for field experience will be considered for these positions. To browse position openings, view the Conservation Corp website.

Cargill is currently hiring a Food Safety and Quality Chemist at their location in Eddyville, IA. They are interested in hiring students graduating with biology, chemistry, or microbiology degrees at the end of this spring semester. 

You can access their job listing on Handshake:

• Cargill Food Safety and Quality Chemist via Handshake

OR on Cargill's website: 

• Cargill Food Safety and Quality Chemist via Company Website

Field Museum has two open positions. Both of these positions are based in Chicago, IL, and would need to live within commuting distance of the Field Museum:

Environmental Social Scientist
The Field Museum's Keller Science Action Center is hiring an Environmental Social Scientist for the Chicago Region. We are super excited to bring on a new colleague who will engage local communities in pollinator conservation and culturally relevant programming, social asset mapping, Quality of Life Plans, and more. The salary range is $55K-$60K/year. Serious candidates should submit a cover letter.  Apply for the Environmental Social Scientist position.

Conservation Ecologist
Join our team! The Field Museum's Keller Science Action Center is hiring a Conservation Ecologist for the Chicago Region. We are excited to add a new colleague who will grow and shape our work with native plants and habitats, community conservation projects, and more. The salary range is $55K-$60K/year. Serious candidates should submit a cover letter. Apply for the Conservation Ecologist position.

Description: Permanent, full-time position under the general supervision of the Conservation Director that plans, develops, coordinates, and presents environmental education programs for schools, youth and adult groups and the general public. Develops written, audiovisual and display materials and performs related work as required. Position will be based at the Sac County Conservation Center in Hagge Park.

Education, Experience and Qualifications: Graduation from an accredited four (4) year college or university with major coursework in environmental education, natural resources, biology or a related conservation program curriculum; or graduation from an accredited two (2) year college with a major in a natural resources field and a minimum of one (1) year of work experience in environmental education; ability to express oneself clearly and persuasively, both orally and in writing; ability to proficiently operate computer. Licensed teaching experience may be considered in place of other work experience. Non-standard work week. Must be able to work flexible hours and days, including weekends and evening hours.

Salary: $40,000 - $44,000 yearly depending on education, experience and qualifications. 40 hours per week. Full Sac County benefits including health and life insurance, uniform allowance and IPERS.

To Apply: Send cover letter, resume and references to Chris Bass, Director, Sac County Conservation Board, 2970 280th Street, Sac City, IA 50583 or email to cbass@saccountyiowa.gov. For more information contact the Sac County Conservation Board at 712-662-4530.

Deadline: April 30, 2022

 Why Apply?

• Be part of a team at a DNR Wildlife Management Unit, working directly with the wildlife biologists and technicians
• Gain experience in hands-on management of wildlife habitat for the whole suite of wildlife in the region
• Work outdoors and make a difference for wildlife and wildlife enthusiasts

To Apply: Please combine a cover letter that outlines your interest in the position and your qualifications, along with a detailed resume, and 3 references, into one MS Word document or Adobe Acrobat PDF file before uploading to the “Resume” area of your application on our Recruitment website. Pheasants Forever is considered a federal contractor; therefore, we must ensure all employees, regardless of work location or job duties, are fully vaccinated for COVID-19. Upon employment you will be required to provide proof that you are fully vaccinated, proof of a valid medical exemption or legitimate religious objection.

External applicants: please apply online at www.pheasantsforever.org/jobs.

Deadlines: Grand River Wildlife Unit - April 29, 2022. Iowa River and Red Rock Wildlife Units - May 10, 2022.