Science Communications Internship - 24646BR
Science Communications Internship
Science Communications Internship
Department:
Kansas Geological Survey
Location/Division:
University of Kansas Lawrence Campus
Work Location Assignment:
On-Site
Reg/Temp:
Temporary
Employee Class:
U-Unclassified Professional Staff
Position Overview
The Science Outreach Manager of the Kansas Geological Survey (KGS) at the University of Kansas (KU) invites applications for a KGS Science Communications Internship position for the summer of 2023. The position is available for upper-level undergraduates, recent graduates, or graduate students with an interest in science education and/or science communication. The KGS Outreach section oversees activities including publications, online and K-12 educational resources, public field trips, and KGS exhibits at local conferences and events.
Interns will be paid $15/hour with an anticipated 12-week, full-time work schedule. Expenses of travel to and from Lawrence are not provided. All work-related travel expenses will be provided by the Kansas Geological Survey.
RESTRICTIONS: Only candidates with the appropriate U.S. work authorization will be considered.
Start Date: Start the week of May 29, 2023 (flexible based on student schedule)
Interns will be paid $15/hour with an anticipated 12-week, full-time work schedule. Expenses of travel to and from Lawrence are not provided. All work-related travel expenses will be provided by the Kansas Geological Survey.
RESTRICTIONS: Only candidates with the appropriate U.S. work authorization will be considered.
Start Date: Start the week of May 29, 2023 (flexible based on student schedule)
Job Description
This internship is a 12-week summer position during which interns will work with KGS outreach and communications personnel. Projects that the intern will contribute to during the summer include the development of earth science toolkits for K-12 classrooms, scanning in historical photos and creating a database for the KGS photo library.
Duties include:
70% - Building earth science toolkits that address topics on rock identification, fossil identification, careers in the geosciences, and topographic map exercises.
30% - Scanning in historical photos, developing a photo database, and assigning keywords.
Duties include:
70% - Building earth science toolkits that address topics on rock identification, fossil identification, careers in the geosciences, and topographic map exercises.
30% - Scanning in historical photos, developing a photo database, and assigning keywords.
Required Qualifications
- Relevant coursework in geology (introductory geology, mineralogy, sedimentology, and historical geology).
- Interest in science communication as evidenced by coursework and application materials.
- Clear communication skills as evidenced by application materials.
- Proficiency using Microsoft Word, Excel, and Powerpoint as evidenced by application materials.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with any of the duties described above.
- Coursework in paleontology and petrology.
- Experience with photography and/or videography.
Additional Candidate Instructions
Upload the following information:
- Cover letter (max 2 pages) indicating how you meet the required and preferred qualifications, and how the internship will help you reach your career goals.
- Full CV/Resume.
- Contact information for 3 references (email address, phone number, and relation to reference).
- Academic transcripts (unofficial copies acceptable).
Contact Information to Applicants
- For further technical information contact Blair Schneider at blair.schneider@ku.edu.
- For other HR information, contact Annette Delaney at adelaney@ku.edu.
Advertised Salary Range
$15 per hour for 12-week internship
Work Schedule
8a-5p, M-F
Application Review Begins
03-Apr-2023
Anticipated Start Date
29-May-2023