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What is the Organization's purpose/product/service?

The Maryland Zoo in Baltimore is a living classroom, providing a broad spectrum of learning opportunities for its varied audiences both on-grounds and through innovative programs, lectures, expeditions and other off-grounds opportunities.  The Zoo’s mission is to preserve the earth’s wildlife and wild lands through conservation, education, research, and recreation.

Describe the interns responsibilities.

• Assist with the planning and facilitating of volunteer recruitment and recognition events. • Assist with volunteer office event set-up and breakdown, including, but not limited to: o Moving and setting up chairs, tables and signs o Lifting, carrying, and placing decorations and supplies • Assist with daily operations of volunteer management, including but not limited to: o printing and posting of schedules and announcements o greeting and directing volunteers, applicants and others o responding to general volunteer inquires as needed • Respond to applicant inquiries through telephone and/or email • Assist with data entry, record keeping and web postings • Provide support to the Director of Volunteer Programs and Managers of Volunteers.

Describe the skill sets a successful candidate will have for this position.

• Ability to work with individuals from a wide variety of age groups and ethnic, cultural and economic backgrounds; • Excellent communication skills; • Proficient in Microsoft Office applications; • Friendly, outgoing and patient personality; • Ability to handle multiple tasks; • Willingness to learn about Maryland Zoo amenities, layout, and operations; • Must be able to walk large areas of the Zoo as needed; • Must be able to work outdoors in all seasons and weather conditions. • Must provide proof of current tetanus vaccination.

Additional Comments

Please note:
• Internships are unpaid, and there is no reimbursement for transportation or housing;
• Internships may require a minimum of 100 hours or more, with at least a weekly commitment;
• For timely consideration all applications, materials are due:
o November 1st – Spring session
o March 1st – Summer session
o August 1st – Fall session
• All applicants will be notified upon receipt of all materials. Qualified applicants will be contacted for an interview.

The Maryland Zoo in Baltimore
www.marylandzoo.org
1876 Mansion House Drive
Baltimore, Maryland 21217

Category: Nonprofit

Organization Fields: Customer service, Education, Environment, Human resources

Kristi A. Giles
Manager of Volunteers
Phone: 443-552-5339
Fax: 443-320-9032
Email: kristi.giles@marylandzoo.org

Department: Education- Volunteer Office
Internship Position: Volunteer Manager-in -Training Intern

Semester: Spring (February - May), Summer (June - August), Fall (September - December)
Year: 2013
Preferred Areas of Study/Major(s): Must be an undergraduate enrolled in an accredited college pursuing a degree in human services, communications, English, business, office management or a related field

Workdays Required: Hours Flexible Monday to Sunday, 8:30-4:30; weekend availability a plus
Hours Per Week: 10, 20
Pay: No
Salary:
Stipend:
Authorization Requirements:

Application Deadline: March 1, 2013
Required: Resume, Cover Letter, Other
Preferred Application Method: Students should send resume and cover letter to the internship coordinator listed above.
Materials are accepted electronically.
Students should fill out an application on the following website:
www.marylandzoo.org

Internship candidates must complete the online Volunteer Application and submit the following:
• Resume
• School transcript, official or unofficial, and copies are accepted
• Cover letter explaining the applicant’s:
o Goals and how this internship will help achieve those goals;
o Relevant skills, activities, experience and/or classes;
o School requirements for internship credit
o Start and end dates, and days of availability.
• Application materials may be mailed, emailed or faxed to the Volunteer Department:
The Maryland Zoo in Baltimore
Volunteer Department
1876 Mansion House Dr.
Baltimore, MD 21217
volunteers@marylandzoo.org
Fax# 443.320.9032