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	<strong>Environmental education</strong>&nbsp;or &quot;EE&quot; is a process that allows individuals to explore&nbsp;<strong>environmental issues</strong>, engage in <strong>problem solving</strong>, and <strong>take action</strong> to<strong> improve the&nbsp;environment</strong>. As a result, individuals develop a deeper understanding of&nbsp;environmental&nbsp;issues and have the skills to make informed and responsible decisions (EPA). &nbsp;Done well, EE is place-based, hands on, and experiential by nature. &nbsp;Au Sable&#39;s environmental education programs work with local student and teachers in an outdoor setting to help participants gain a better understanding of the natural world and how to care for it. &nbsp;Environmental education interns lead programs with the public that work towards this end. &nbsp;The personal and professional benefits of the program are diverse. &nbsp;If you are wondering how a internship experience in environmental education can help develop you as a professional in the science field, click on the presentation below. &nbsp;Page down to learn how to <strong><a href="#Application Process">apply to be an Environmental Education Intern</a></strong>. We look forward to working with you!</p>
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	<a name="Application Process"></a>Application Process and Description</h3>
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	<img alt="" src="{filedir_5}environmental-ed.jpg" style="width: 200px; height: 204px; float: right; " />Au Sable is a Christian, environmental non-profit dedicated to educating people about the natural world. Our environmental education program has been in operation for over 35 years and&nbsp;works to educate local school children through hands-on, experiential lessons that range from one&nbsp;to several days in length. Interns are trained in the basics of natural history, teaching&nbsp;methodology, group leadership, program development, and risk management. Our campus is located&nbsp;35 miles east of Traverse City in Mancelona, MI and is situated on 120 acres of mixed-coniferous forest, pond, bog,&nbsp;meadow, and kettle lake ecosystems.</p>
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	Duties</h3>
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	Lead and teach natural history lessons for K-12 students in groups of 8-12, assist with cleaning&nbsp;and preparation of campus facilities, maintain some educational equipment; occasionally lead&nbsp;night programs or canoe trips; winter internship involves daily snowshoeing and some cross-country skiing. Photos of interns at work with students can be viewed in the Environmental Education Internship&nbsp;<a href="{filedir_11}gallery_detail/environmental_education_internship_program/2">photo gallery</a>.</p>
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	Dates</h3>
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	Fall 2017: September 11 - October 20</p>
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	Winter 2018: January 22 - February 16</p>
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	Spring 2018: Apri 23 - June 1</p>
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	Benefits</h3>
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	Stipend pay of $200/week paid on bi-weekly basis; free housing with private room, communal&nbsp;kitchen, living room, and bathroom. Additionally the Internship:</p>
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	&bull; Partially fulfills requirements for a Naturalist Certification from the Institute.</p>
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	&bull; Provides experience in environmental education and natural and cultural interpretation.</p>
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	&bull; Is a wonderful opportunity to explore career options, discover your gifts, and grow&nbsp;spiritually in a small Christian community in a rural setting.</p>
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	Requirements</h3>
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	B.S. or B.A. preferred in biology, environmental studies, education, or related field.&nbsp;Preference is given to students of at least junior status and recent graduates from Au Sable&rsquo;s&nbsp;participating colleges. Must be enthusiastic, conscientious, and able to build rapport with children.</p>
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	To apply</h3>
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	Submit a cover letter explaining why you would like to do the internship, a resume, and three letters of reference (one from a pastor or mentor describing your Christian commitment and maturity) to Paul Wiemerslage (paul.w@ausable.org), Environmental Education Coordinator. For more information about Au Sable visit our website at www.ausable.org.</p>
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	Contact</h3>
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	Paul Wiemerslage, Environmental Education Coordinator<br />
	Au Sable Institute of Environmental Studies<br />
	7526 Sunset Trail, NE, Mancelona, Michigan 49659<br />
	Phone: (231) 587-8686 &ndash; Email: paul.w@ausable.org</p>
