Texas Environmental Education & Career Pathways

Position Summary 

This internship supports the development and facilitation of a semester-long experience for students at Endeavor Alternative School focused on environmental careers, hands-on learning, and youth-driven leadership.

Location 

Channelview, TX

Schedule 

September 22, 2025 – March 21, 2026

Key Duties and Responsibilities 

The intern will design and lead weekly programming aligned with career exploration, environmental literacy, and a culminating student capstone project. The role includes event planning, relationship-building, and logistical coordination of both in-class activities and one community-based environmental project.

Marginal Duties 

Collaborating as part of a 5 person cohort of ForUsTree Interns.

Required Qualifications 

• Strong interest in environmental education, sustainability, or green workforce development
• Comfortable working directly with high school youth in diverse, nontraditional learning environments
• Strong communication skills, including public speaking, group facilitation, and one-on-one engagement
• Experience in leading or co-facilitating workshops, activities, or small group sessions (formal or informal)
• Demonstrated ability to plan, organize, and manage time independently
• Willingness to take initiative, problem-solve, and adapt to changing group dynamics or student needs
• Interest in youth mentorship, civic engagement, or educational equity
• Ability to work both independently and in collaboration with program staff and school partners
• Professionalism in communicating with school staff, community partners, and students
• Basic understanding of environmental topics such as conservation, sustainability, food justice, or urban greening
• Must pass required background check(s) and onboarding steps
• Availability to be on-site 5 days per week during Endeavor’s school day (7:45 AM to 3:55 PM) And occasionally work Saturdays for events as needed

Hours 

40 per week

Living Accommodations 

No housing provided; local candidates only.

Compensation  

Living allowance: $850
One week Orientation and training provided.
No housing provided; local candidates only.

All allowances are subject to applicable federal, state, and local taxes. 

Personal Vehicle Information

Required

Additional Benefits 

AmeriCorps: Not Eligible

Equal Opportunity Statement 

The Student Conservation Association, Inc., is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The SCA strives to cultivate a work environment that encourages fairness, teamwork, and respect among all staff members and is committed to maintaining a work atmosphere where lifestyles may grow personally and professionally.