Wednesday, January 9, 2008

Part Time Position/Internship Available

Position: Assistant coordinator for an International Migratory Bird Day Festival at the Smithsonian National Zoo

Description: We are looking for a motivated, outgoing individual to help organize an International Migratory Bird Day Festival that will take place at the Smithsonian National Zoo at the end of April and beginning of May. This festival is an annual event aimed at increasing public awareness of migratory birds and the conservation issues that affect them. It features exhibits, presentations, and educational activities for all ages.

Primary responsibilities
: The individual will assist with the coordination of all aspects of festival planning and execution, including but not limited to coordinating exhibitors, scheduling school groups for live theater performances, festival promotion, and creating educational materials, activities and displays.

Duration and pay: This is a part time, temporary position requiring approximately 15-20 hours per week beginning in early to mid February and ending in early May. Pay is $11 per hour.

If interested, send resume and cover letter to Mary Deinlein at the Smithsonian Migratory Bird Center: deinleinm@si.edu (phone: 202-633-4188).

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