FIELD EDUCATION INTERNSHIP PROGRAM Intercultural Study for the Studies of Deserts and Oceans, CEDO. www.cedointercultural.org
CEDO is located in Puerto Peñasco, Sonora, Mexico, a region that offers a rich variety of natural habitats for study. Readily accessible from the CEDO facility are rocky intertidal habitats, estuaries. Thi is a 13-month position, beginning and ending in August, with a variable (and flexible) schedule, and a three-week winter vacation period Resident duties include: - Lecture student and tour groups (tidepool & estuary tours, slideshows, general CEDO talks.) - Receiving, orienting, and hosting groups using the CEDO filed station. - Publish CEDO Currents, a biannual publication of current events. - Organizing special events such as eco-tours, beach cleanups, Earth Day celebration, intercultural exchanges, etc. - Management of the Sea of Support, an on-going CEDO exhibit and fundraiser. - Visitor Center/ Gift Shop support. - Public Relations. - Docent volunteer coordinator. - General office support. Opportunities for further involvement can include Biological/ecological studies, social/cultural studies, environmental Education, curriculum design and implementation, exhibit design, and community service Requirements: - At least 21 years of age - Have a college degree in science, preferably marine biology or related field. - Bilingual (spanish/english) - Valid driver's license CEDO provides: - Housing in the CEDO field station. Residency guidelines will be given upon application approval. - Monthly stipend Interns should have own transportation Repy to : [EMAIL PROTECTED] Include letter of inquiry stating your professional interests, availability, resume and names of two references
