Environmental Education Jobs
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Job, Intern, & Volunteer Positions
AEEA features job, intern, and volunteer positions around the state in the environmental and outdoor education field. We also include positions of our organizational members that are slightly outside the environmental education field.
We encourage all posted positions to include an hourly wage or salary range.
Inquiries about open positions should go directly to the organization with the open position.
Posting positions is open to all organizations in environmental education and related fields. As a benefit to our organizational members, posting is free. Other organizations may post for a small fee for 60 days. Those interested in posting should contact AEEA at info@arkansasee.org.
AEEA endorses the Southeast Environmental Education Alliance’s guidance document on equitable pay and hiring. The eeGuidance for Equitable Pay & Hiring provides recommendations and suggestions that are relevant across the country.
AEEA recognizes that we have work to do in becoming more equitable in our pay and hiring practices. We encourage other organizations and agencies within the state to join us in making changes where and when we can.
Environmental and outdoor education is a critical field for our future, and the changes we make in hiring and pay will help ensure our profession grows to meet the challenges ahead.
Environmental Education Employment Opportunities
Department of Elementary & Secondary Education Outdoor Education Specialist
Do you have a passion for education and the outdoors? This is your chance to inspire students, support learning, and make a meaningful impact beyond the classroom!
Why You’ll Love This Role:
Combine education with hands-on outdoor experiences
Work with a dynamic, mission-driven team
Make a difference in students’ lives across Arkansas
Questions, contact Michele Snyder at
501-682-7942
michele.snyder@ade.arkansas.gov
Ozark Natural Science Center Executive Director
Ozark Natural Science Center (ONSC) seeks an experienced and inspiring Executive Director to lead the organization into its next chapter. The Executive Director provides both strategic leadership and hands-on management, guiding the Board of Directors and staff in advancing ONSC’s mission through strong programming, community engagement, and organizational excellence. Read the full job description here.
Please apply by sending your resume, cover letter, and 3 references to Justin Bulla.
Environmental Education Seasonal & Intern Opportunities
Ozark Natural Science Center Summer Positions – 2026
Summer Interns:
- Support our immersive outdoor education programs during all of our summer camps.
- Contract Dates: May 18 – Aug 3, 2026
- Read the full job description here
AEGIS Summer Camp Interns:
- Support our immersive outdoor education programs during our 2-weeks AEGIS Water & Wilderness Camp
- Contract Dates: July 14 – Aug 3, 2026
- Read the full job description here
Summer Kitchen Assistant:
- Assist with ONSC’s food service during summer programs
- Employment dates: July 10-12, 2026 and July 18 – Aug 3, 2026
- Read the full job description here
Learn more here: https://www.onsc.us/
Environmental Education Volunteer Opportunities
Join an AEEA Action Team
AEEA Action Teams provide assistance and support for the planning and implementation of events and programs. Joining an Action Team is a great way to support AEEA’s mission, connect with other professionals, and build skills. Contact us at info@arkansasee.org if you would like to learn more about which Action Teams are searching for volunteers.
Ozark Natural Science Center
Ozark Natural Science Center has a variety of volunteer opportunities. See the full list on their website.
Other Environmental Education Job Boards
North American Association for Environmental Education – eeJobs