Employment

The New Canaan Nature Center is looking to hire a part-time Environmental Educator/Naturalist. Please click on the link below for more information and directions on how to apply.

Summer Camp 2012

Looking for a summer of adventure and fun in nature?

Camp Counselor Positions
Lead Adventure Camp Counselor (Ages 8-10)
Assistant Adventure Camp Counselor (Ages 8-10)

Lead Camp Counselor (Ages 6-7)
Assistant Camp Counselor (Ages 6-7)

Lead Preschool Counselor (Ages 3-5)
Assistant Preschool Counselor (Ages 3-5)

Summer Camp Application Form
Please download and fill out the Summer Camp Application Form to be considered for a position.

Internships

The New Canaan Nature Center is accepting resumes for internships. Please call (203) 966-9577 for more information.

Animal Care Intern:
This is an unpaid intern position for a person with a strong desire to gain experience and pursue a career in animal care. Intern will learn everything needed to provide quality, professional care for a variety of animals including small mammals, reptiles, amphibians, and birds of prey. Duties include cleaning, feeding, grooming, handling and exercising animals. Intern will help coordinate and support the volunteer staff and will work directly with NCNC's Director of Animal Care. This position is designed to give the intern invaluable hands-on experience learning how to work closely with a variety of animals.

Applicants must be at least 18 years old, in good physical condition, able to lift 50 pounds, and have an up to date tetanus shot before the start of the internship. Qualified candidates will have a good sense of humor, be flexible, responsible, and trustworthy. Animal care experience is preferred but not required. Hours are flexible with a minimum of 15-20 hours per week required. Position runs for four months with the possibility for extension after review process.

To apply, please send a cover letter and resume to:

            Melanie Pearson
            Director of Animal Care
            New Canaan Nature Center
            144 Oenoke Ridge
            New Canaan, CT 06840
            mpearson@newcanaannature.org

Land Management > Click here to download internship descriptions.