Education & Engagement Intern

Job Closes: November 17th, 2026

GENERAL SUMMARY

Provides assistance to the Education and Engagement team in executing various projects that support and enhance education and volunteer engagement for the San Antonio River Authority.

Safety is #1 at the River Authority: We expect every employee: to 1) Strictly follow safety policies, rules, and safe work methods. 2) Promptly correct or report safety hazards or unsafe conditions. Immediately report injuries for prompt diagnosis and treatment. 3) Make regular suggestions for safety process improvements to support continuous safety improvement.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by employees in this job. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

• Assists the team in coordinating and executing education and volunteer engagement events organized by the San Antonio River Authority.
• Assists the team in responding to inquiries and providing relevant materials, when requested.
• Provides support for volunteer events and trainings, meetings with other department staff and partner agencies.
• Assists with volunteer and educational programs, coordinates meetings, loads/ unloads materials, sets up and breaks down at events, organizes materials and enforces safety considerations at volunteer events.
• Demonstrates willingness to learn, speak, present, and educate groups of volunteers and community members about the San Antonio River Basin and the agency’s projects and programs.
• Provides research and coordination assistance in the development of outreach materials for the River Authority, including but not limited to event flyers, blogs, newsletters, booth and display materials, and other necessary materials.
• With general guidance, supports the Public Affairs team with planning and implementation of agency initiatives, assists with presentations and written content for public engagement, and provides support for departmental branding and public informational materials as needed.
• Represents the River Authority in a professional manner to promote its mission and vision.
• Is consistently punctual, reliable, and communicative of challenges, feedback, and opinions.
• Performs related work as required.

SUPERVISORY REQUIREMENTS

• This position does not directly supervise any employees.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Required Education and Experience

• High school diploma or G.E.D. with at least 60 semester hours from an accredited college or university with an emphasis in Environmental Science, Conservation/ Wildlife Education, Communications, Social Science, Public Relations, or any other field related to the mission and purpose of the River Authority.

Required Licenses or Certifications

• None

COMPETENCIES FOR SUCCESSFUL PERFORMANCE OF JOB DUTIES

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to successfully perform the essential functions of this position.

Knowledge of:

• Current office practices and equipment, including applicable software
• Principles and practices of administrative functions
• Microsoft Office Suite

Skills and Abilities:

• Initiative, sound judgment, and diplomacy in a variety of public contact situations
• Oral and written communication
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships
• Must be able to function in a principle-based organization that has a culture built on character and SARA Core Values of Stewardship, Integrity, and Excellence.

WORK ENVIRONMENT/CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Work Environment and Physical Effort: (check the appropriate box:)

Sedentary:  Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally, a negligible amount of force frequently, and/or constantly having to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.

Medium:  Exerting up to 35 pounds of force occasionally, up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly having to move objects.

Heavy:  Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly having to move objects.

WORK ENVIRONMENT/CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS continued

Work Locations: (select one frequency choice for each location listed:)

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San Antonio River Authority is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Pro Disabled and Veteran Employer. We welcome differences in the form of gender, race, ethnicity, disability, geography, socioeconomic status, age, politics, religion, philosophy, sexual orientation, or gender identity.