Jobs & Opportunities
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Explore Careers, Internships, & Volunteer Roles in Environmental Education
Welcome to VAEE’s Jobs & Opportunities page! Here, we share job openings, internships, and volunteer opportunities from our partner organizations and members. Whether you're looking for your next career move or a way to get involved, check back regularly for new postings!
Current Listings
Seasonal Environmental Educator - James River Association
📍 Location: Williamsburg, VA
📅 Deadline to Apply: February 23, 2026
📄 Description: In this role, you’ll deliver engaging, high-quality environmental education programs. This role involves direct participant interaction, program preparation, and operational support to ensure smooth and impactful experiences. Seasonal Environmental Educators are essential in inspiring environmental stewardship and fostering connections with the James River through hands-on learning and outdoor exploration.
🔗 More Info & Apply: thejamesriver.org/about-the-james-river-association/employment/#wmg
Seasonal Environmental Educator - James River Association
📍 Location: Hampton, VA
📅 Deadline to Apply: February 23, 2026
📄 Description: In this role, you’ll deliver engaging, high-quality environmental education programs. This role involves direct participant interaction, program preparation, and operational support to ensure smooth and impactful experiences. Seasonal Environmental Educators are essential in inspiring environmental stewardship and fostering connections with the James River through hands-on learning and outdoor exploration.
🔗 More Info & Apply: thejamesriver.org/about-the-james-river-association/employment/#wmg
Environmental Education Intern – The Nature Conservancy
📍 Location: Nassawadox, Virginia
📅 Deadline to Apply: February 15, 2026, at midnight.
📄 Description: The Volgenau Virginia Coast Reserve (VVCR) Team is looking for an Environmental Education Intern to work with local students on the Eastern Shore. This position will work closely with our education team to provide summer school programming for rising 5th- and 6th-graders in Accomack and Northampton County public schools. This programming will build on existing curriculum focused on local environmental topics related to conservation projects. This is a fantastic opportunity for an aspiring educator, formal or non-formal, to get hands-on experience developing lesson plans, field and classroom activities, as well as working with a diverse group of students.
🔗 More Info & Apply: Environmental Education Intern in Nassawadox, Virginia | Marketing at The Nature Conservancy
(More opportunities coming soon!)
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Are you a VAEE member with an opportunity to share? Send job, internship, or volunteer postings to kasey@virginiaee.org with the following details:
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Organization Name
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