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Dear Partners in Education,

The RiverQuest Board of Directors has announced that the nonprofit is actively seeking to form a strategic partnership or merger with another agency to preserve its river-based education program.

Please check back for updates about future program availability. Thanks!


College Student Internships

RiverQuest is not accepting internship applications at this time. Thanks for your interest.

RiverQuest student interns to assist in presenting and coordinating its education, outreach and public programs. This is a unique opportunity to become involved in an exciting and unique approach to science and math education for the area's children and gain some valuable work experience. Intern positions for the education program are available in the Fall (Sept-Nov), Spring (Jan-June) and Summer (June-Aug) program seasons.

RiverQuest is a non-profit education organization that provides river-based learning aboard Explorer, a floating laboratory vessel, for students, teachers and the community. RiverQuest programs are inquiry based, engaging students of all ages in hands-on learning activities.

Primary Responsibilities

Interns may be assigned one or more of the following projects:

  • Presentation of education and public programs, i.e. Environmental Science School Program, RiverTales, Adventure Voyages and/or Education Charters.
  • Preparation and cleanup of vessel.
  • Entering daily lab results into database.
  • Summer Camp teaching crew (summer interns only).
  • Staffing of off-site educational events and festivals

Office Responsibilities

Interns may be assigned one or more of the following projects:

  • Support work for programs including inventory, computer work,
    data analysis, program promotions, evaluation, etc.
  • Desktop publishing
  • Customer support.

Qualifications and Requirements

  • Pursuing degree in science or education with an interest in science education.
  • Regular availability at least 1.5 weekdays, between 8:00 AM and 5:00 PM. Occasional evening and weekend hours may also be available.
  • Interns will be expected to attend all education staff training sessions and meetings.
  • Willing to work in an outdoor setting on a boat.
  • Enjoy working with children and the public.
  • Act 34/151 clearances will be requested upon acceptance into the program.
  • FBI Clearance may also be required.

RiverQuest is not accepting internship applications at this time. Thanks for your interest.