Columbia Springs
Internship ProgramsPaid internship programs focused on science education.
Hands On Learning
Paid Science Education Internships
Each year, thousands of elementary aged students come to our 100 acre natural area to learn about science and nature. Our Emerging Environmental Leaders Program (EEL) interns support their learning while contributing to our field trip programs and building leadership skills in science education.
Questions? Email learn@columbiasprings.org or call 360-882-0936 x 225.
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One of biggest takeaways from my time at Columbia Springs is that there are so many exciting non-traditional forms of science education, and if I were to consider this as my career-path, there are a lot of opportunities that aren’t just in a classroom setting…I enjoyed being able to shadow different people and… it [gave] me confidence about exploring this field and a better understanding of what opportunities to look out for.
Emerging Leaders and Community builders
What do interns do?
Learn
Guided Observations
Interns have the opportunity to observe staff Environmental Educators to see first hand different approaches to instruction and classroom management.
Lead
Engaging Students
Beginning as a small group leader and building up to teaching entire lessons, EEL interns engage directly with students. Feedback and reflection on best practices allow interns to build confidence in science communication and effective instruction.
Build Community
Cohort Learning
EEL interns are part of a cohort. This provides important opportunities to share, process and learn in a community oriented and collaborative environment.
Connect
Career Exploration
Interns have the opportunity to explore different career options in the natural sciences and as part of the program will have multiple opportunities to complete informational interviews or job shadowing.
Contribute
Independent Projects
Each intern may complete an independent project that contributes to Columbia Springs programming in a meaningful way and aligns with interns individual goals, interests and skills.
Support
Making it Happen
Interns will support programs in a variety of ways big and small and see what it’s like to work at small non-profit.
Our Sponsors
The Emerging Environmental Leaders Program is funded through support from the City of Vancouver and private donations from people like you!