College juniors, seniors, and recent graduates needed for 2025/2026 internships.

• Spring internship-March 16-June 5
• Summer Internship-May 18-August 7

Spring Hours: mostly weekdays between 8:30am-3:00pm

Summer hours: mostly weekdays 9am-3pm but will vary based upon our summer camp schedule

Both internships may included occasional weekends, evenings, or overnights.  Average of 30 hours/week for 12 weeks.

Internships take place at the Calvert County nature parks and partner sites; interns must provide own transportation to park sites.

Spring  2026 will primarily be at Flag Ponds Nature Park.

Candidates should have knowledge of local natural history and experience working with children.

Duties include:

• Environmental Education and Interpretation: Plan and lead public nature interpretation programs, may include: summer camps, pre-k classes, kayak trips, community outreach, scout groups
• Wildlife monitoring projects as time allows
• Park operations including animal care and garden and trail maintenance

Stipend of $2,000 through Calvert Nature Society

St. Mary's College Students may be eligible to received funding through St. Mary's College.

Selected candidates are required to pass a background check.

Application deadline:

• Feb 1, 2026 for spring
• March 1, 2026 for summer
• While both internships have established deadlines, applications are accepted on a rolling basis.

To apply: send resume and letter of interest to Tania Gale (tania.gale@calvertcountymd.gov)

Internships are also available for Fall 2026