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The Susan Flint Cooper Director of Cranbrook Institute of Science is responsible for the overall leadership, strategic direction, and administration of the Institute. This role involves overseeing educational programs, research initiatives, world-class exhibitions and programming, and community outreach efforts. The Director works closely with staff, volunteers, and the community to promote scientific literacy and foster a passion for science. As a member of Cranbrook Educational Community’s senior leadership, the Director is integral in building and strengthening the unique, place-based, interdisciplinary educational experience that Cranbrook Educational Community provides.

Interested candidates should submit a curriculum vitae or résumé and a cover letter detailing interest in the position and relevant experience. Click for the full job description and to apply. The Susan Flint Cooper, Director of the Cranbrook Institute of Science | Cranbrook Employment Opportunities

The Tip of the Mitt Watershed Council, is a nonprofit organization dedicated to protecting lakes, streams, wetlands, and groundwater in Northern Michigan.

The Education Intern supports diverse programs such as teaching water-themed lessons for summer camps, operating the Mobile Boat Washing Program to prevent aquatic invasive species, and assisting high school students in stream monitoring. Additional duties include managing exhibits at the Watershed Discovery Center, organizing outreach events, and creating educational materials.

This full-time, $15/hour internship runs May–August 2025 and is open to students or graduates in environmental science, biology, or related fields. Strong communication, computer skills, and a valid driver’s license are required. Housing options are available.

Apply by sending a cover letter, resume, and references to apply@watershedcouncil.org with “2025 Ed Internship” as the subject.

Job Summary: Join a team of creative, energetic professionals who work together to connect children with nature through educational, recreational and cultural experiences. CNC is in search of Nature Day Camp Counselors with a passion for making a difference in the lives of children by providing powerful, dynamic programs in the outdoors. Counselors will teach campers from preschool to 9th grade, including children with special needs. They will facilitate experiences in the areas of field ecology, historic farm life, sensory awareness, wildlife studies and nature crafts. Canoeing, kayaking and overnight camping trips are also included for some programs. Campers attend programs from 9:30 am until 3:30 pm Monday through Friday.

Objective: To develop and implement programming of predetermined camps to support and strengthen campers’ relationships with the natural world.

See full description at https://www.chippewanaturecenter.org/employment

Come awaken your natural sense of wonder at Nature Preschool! Join us as we jump in puddles, explore snow and study every part of a frog’s life cycle through real-life, hands-on experiences.

Job Summary: Chippewa Nature Center is in search of a Nature Preschool Assistant with a passion for supporting 3 and 4 year old children and their teaching team as they explore the natural world. Nature Preschool is a high-quality, play-based program which uses research-based curriculum practices to implement developmentally appropriate early childhood education with nature at its core. Nature Preschoolers and staff experience the ecosystems at Chippewa Nature Center through engaging lessons and enriching exploration.

Objective: To work alongside our teaching teams to provide a premier early childhood environment which meets the developmental needs of the whole child, while initiating them into a lifelong, meaningful relationship with the natural world.

Job Summary: Join a team of creative, passionate professionals who work together to connect children with nature through educational, recreational and cultural experiences. CNC is in search of Educators with a passion for sharing the natural world in relevant, engaging ways with students in preschool through high school. Educators work as a team with other program staff delivering high quality, curriculum-aligned natural and cultural history programs. Educators work a fixed schedule from 2-4 days a week during spring and fall with optional on-call hours in winter and summer.

Objective: To provide high quality natural and cultural history programs to students during field trips and visits to schools.

See full description at https://www.chippewanaturecenter.org/employment

Join MSU’s Kellogg Bird Sanctuary in Augusta, MI as a Naturalist! We are looking for passionate individuals to inspire students through hands-on, place-based learning experiences. Be part of our team and positively impact the next generation of environmental stewards! This position reports to KBS’s Education and Outreach Coordinator.

The Kellogg Biological Station is a multidisciplinary research organization within Michigan State University. The Kellogg Bird Sanctuary serves as the public outreach venue of KBS, with a mission to help people gain environmental awareness about our past, present, and future through research, education, and outreach programming and events. The KBS Outreach Program delivers hands-on, investigative education about the natural sciences, with special emphasis on youth. The ideal candidate must be comfortable leading groups of people and being outdoors, as most education programs take place outside.

We are looking for passionate and dedicated individuals to join our team as Trip Leaders for the Girls on Outdoor Adventure for Leadership and Science (GALS) summer program. As a Trip Leader, you will guide a group of high school students on a transformative 14-day backpacking trip in Michigan. You’ll lead lessons and activities focused on ecology, earth science, and other environmental topics while collaborating with local scientists to offer hands-on learning experiences in the outdoors.
Application Requirements

To apply, please submit the following:
Fill out the program questionnaire at Girls on outdoor Adventure for Leadership and Science (GALS) MI Leader Application

Work Hours
This is a full-time position during the two-week summer program. Prior to the trip, mandatory attendance at two weekend training sessions is re.
Physical Demands
This is an active, outdoor position. Trip leaders must be able to hike long distances, carry heavy backpacks, and participate in physical deman

This grant-funded role is responsible to develop and implement a new program which will build relationships with church members, engaging them in theological reflection and empowering them to utilize their properties for ecological and community resilience and spiritual renewal in an era of climate change. The role coordinates work across three collaborating non-profit agencies to develop a new environmental education toolkit and training in 2025 and to develop and manage a pilot program which will involve at least 24 churches across the state of Michigan between 2026 and 2028. See description at: https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=1e7abd6666f4146d&from=shareddesktop

This full-time seasonal position works as a uniformed interpretive naturalist at Historic Mill Creek, near Mackinaw City. Under guidance of the park naturalist, seasonal interpreters are responsible for sharing wonders of the North Woods and providing nature-themed presentations daily for visitors of all ages and abilities. In May and June, seasonal naturalists also lead environmental education programs (including talks and guided nature hikes) for school groups. The Historic Mill Creek season runs from May 8 - August 31, 2025, with training provided in early May.

Successful applicants will be outgoing, enthusiastic and have strong public speaking skills. Applicants working toward a degree in nature interpretation, biology, earth or environmental science; outdoor recreation; or education are preferred. Low-cost employee housing is available. Salary starts at $13.15/hr., with and end-of-the-season bonus based on total hours worked. See full description and apply today at the link.

Bring history to life as you operate a reconstructed water-powered sawmill at one of the oldest industrial sites in the Upper Great Lakes. This position serves as a costumed historic interpreter at Historic Mill Creek State Park, leading daily scheduled programs and informal interpretation between May 8 - August 31, 2025. All training and resources are provided for you to successfully demonstrate hewing with felling and broad axes, lead an interactive pit saw program, and cut boards with a water-powered sawmill. Informal interpretation includes using a drawknife and shaving horse, leading a crosscut saw activity, and demonstrate tools used to harvest hay. The site operated between 1790-1839, and current programs feature the 1830s.

Salary ranges from $13.15/hr. - $14.15/hr. based on level of experience. An end-of-the-year bonus is awarded based on total hours worked. Low-cost employee housing is available in Mackinaw City. See link for full description and application.

This position welcomes guests and offers programs at Arch Rock, Mackinac Island's most iconic natural wonder. New in 2024, the Milliken Nature Center features the unique geology and history of Michigan's first state park. In 2025, MSHP also celebrates the 150th anniversary of Mackinac National Park, which existed from 1875-1895. Under the guidance of the park naturalist, seasonal naturalists offer daily programs for guests of all ages & abilities, from late May through Labor Day. Salary starts at $13.15/hr., with an end-of-the-season bonus based on total hours worked. Low-cost employee housing on Mackinac Island is available. See the full description and apply today at the link.

The Program Coordinator is responsible for developing and administering the River Raisin Institute (RRI)'s programs in the areas of environmental education, sustainability awareness programs, and ecological stewardship. The Program Coordinator reports to the RRI Executive Director while also working with the RRI Assistant and the River Raisin Institute Board. This position can be hybrid; it is primarily located in Monroe, MI.

Successful applicants will have a working knowledge of place-based education, communication and public speaking skills, and experience in program development.

To apply, please send a cover letter and resume to riverraisininstitute@gmail.com.