Ornithology Social Media Intern
hace 3 días
$8–$12 por hora
Jornada parcial
Manhattan, New York
Are you an ornithology student (or biology student with a passion for birds) who loves sharing your knowledge in fun, engaging ways? Do you want to help make bird science more accessible, relatable, and exciting for a wider audience? Then this opportunity might be perfect for you!
I’m Steph, a bird content creator on TikTok and podcast host of That Quirky Bird Girl. I’m building a brand that inspires curiosity about birds and connects people through shared wonder, even if they don’t have a scientific background. I’m looking for a passionate student to join me as an intern to help research, create, and refine educational content about birds for social media! What You’ll Do: - Research & Fact-Check – Help ensure bird-related content is scientifically accurate while staying accessible to a broad audience. - Content Brainstorming – Collaborate on ideas for TikToks, YouTube posts, and podcast topics that blend science with entertainment. - Assist with Writing & Editing – Help draft engaging captions, scripts, or bite-sized science facts for social media. - Occasional On-Air Contributions – There may be opportunities to join my podcast to discuss cool bird topics you’re passionate about! - Engage with the Community – Help answer common bird-related questions in comments or suggest engaging ways to respond to trending topics. - What I’m Looking For: - Ornithology, Biology, or Environmental Science student (or someone with deep bird knowledge and passion) - Strong research skills – ability to find and distill scientific information into fun, digestible content - Interest in social media and education – no need to be an expert, but enthusiasm for learning how to engage audiences is a plus! - Creativity and a sense of humor – this isn’t dry academia; we make birds fun! - Reliable, communicative, and self-motivated – this is a flexible role, but I need someone who can take initiative Why This is Cool for You: - Hands-on social media experience – Learn how to translate science into engaging content - Potential resume booster – Gain experience in science communication and digital outreach - Unique learning opportunity – Work directly with a growing creator who is passionate about birds and community-building - Flexible hours – This role is designed to fit your academic and personal schedule Location: Remote (Preference for U.S.-based applicants) or NYC
Type: Contract (1099 Independent Contractor)
Compensation: Flat
Rate Duration: Flexible (Summer preferred, potential for ongoing collaboration)