The BC Forest Discovery Centre is currently accepting applications for summer student positions.

Duration:  approximately 16 weeks
Start & End:  May 17 - September 4, 2010
Location:  BC Forest Discovery Centre in Duncan, BC

Job Description:

If you enjoy working with people in a fun, outdoor environment, the Museum Interpreter position at the BC Forest Discovery Centre is for you!  Explore our forest heritage with elementary school students, take groups on guided tours, be the conductor on the Centre’s train and meet visitors from all over the world. 

Qualifications:
 

Customer service skills or interested in working with the public
Motivated
Team oriented
Flexible with work tasks
Interest in local and Canadian history
Interest in environmental issues and ecology
Computer skills-web applications, word processing and spreadsheets
Proficiency in English required, other languages an asset
Experience delivering tours is an asset

The number of positions is subject to the availability of grant funding.  Applicants must be enrolled in full time studies, between the ages of 16 and 30, and meet other criteria as determined by the fundor.

Applications may be submitted in person or by mail to 2892 Drinkwater Road, Duncan, BC V9L 6C2.  Emailed applications may be sent to Aimee Greenaway, Curator at education.bcfdc@shawlink.ca or faxed to (250) 715-1170.