Education Intern

CT Center for Advanced Technology - East Hartford, CT Posted: 8/27/2010 - Paid - Part-time - Apply Before: 9/30/2010
This internship is closed.

Description:

Education Intern The Connecticut Center for Advanced Technology, Inc. (CCAT) is a non-stock, tax-exempt corporation incorporated in May 2004 and is funded under federal and state sponsored grants to address military and civilian industrial manufacturing needs; promote energy planning and policy initiatives; stimulate innovation; and enhance workforce development issues concerning technology competitiveness. CCAT education efforts focus on: developing and supporting project-based K-12 STEM programming that engages students, increases participation and achievement in STEM content areas, and promotes training of the emergent 21st century workforce; implementing innovative teacher professional development in emerging science and high technology fields; and partnering with industry, informal science education organizations, and higher education to create strategic linkages that increase the STEM talent pipeline. Position Title: Education Intern The Connecticut Center for Advanced Technology, Inc. (CCAT) Education Initiative seeks an intern to: - Assist in the development of curriculum materials and purchasing of hands-on supplies for K-12 STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) student programs and activities; - Assist in the preparation of materials for teacher professional development workshops; - Assist in the coordination of student and teacher programs and activities; - Work with Education Initiative staff to update and maintain program website(s) and online resources; - Assist in research projects related to STEM and informal science education; - Assist in the development of program presentation materials and media; - Work with Education Initiative staff to categorize and inventory existing program materials; - Assist with ongoing administrative tasks related to education programs. Reports to: Director, Education Initiative. Manage others: No. Employee type: Hourly. Travel: Some local travel possible. Compensation: $14 per hour, up to 10 hours per week. Relocation: No. Please forward resume to Nancy Mickiewicz at NMickiewicz@ccat.us. CCAT is an Equal Opportunity Employer, M/F/D/V.

Compensation:

$14.00

Minimum Requirements:

Job Requirements: Candidates will be pursuing a BS/BA in a related science and/or science education discipline and/or may be pursuing an advanced degree in the field. Must have excellent computer skills, a strong desire to learn, good communication skills, and an ability to work independently on several projects simultaneously. Preferred candidates will be familiar with web-based instructional environments, and have some experience with both student and teacher learning. Must fulfill ITAR citizenship requirements.