GeoHealth Interns Teacher Leader

*Department:*UNC Inst for the Environment - 635200 *Career Area :*Environment, Health and Safety *Posting Open Date:*09/17/2025 *Application Deadline:*09/22/2025 *Position Type:*Temporary Staff (SHRA) *Position Title :*GeoHealth Interns Teacher Leader *Position Number:*20073067, 20073068, 20073069 *Vacancy ID:*S026134 *Full-time/Part-time:*Part-Time Temporary *Hours per week:*30 *Work Schedule:*Monday – Friday, 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM, times may vary *Position Location:*North Carolina, US *Hiring Range:*$22.00/per hour *Proposed Start Date:*10/01/2025 *Estimated Duration of Appointment:*6 months not to exceed 11 months *Be a Tar Heel!:*A global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research and public service, the [University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill](https://www.unc.edu/visitors/) consistently ranks as [one of the nation’s top public universities](https://www.unc.edu/about/by-the-numbers/). Known for its beautiful campus, world-class medical care, commitment to the arts and top athletic programs, Carolina is an ideal place to teach, work and learn.One of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, Chapel Hill has diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community.University employees can choose from a wide range of [professional training opportunities](https://hr.unc.edu/training/) for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy [exclusive perks](https://hr.unc.edu/benefits/perks/) that include numerous retail and restaurant discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates for performing arts events. *Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit:*The UNC Institute for the Environment (IE) has a multifaceted mission: (1) To strengthen environmental research capacity across UNC by supporting a multi-disciplinary community of scholars that enhances collaboration, increases sharing of knowledge, and identifies solutions to the world’s critical environmental problems. (2) To work in partnership across UNC and with external partners to coordinate and deliver 21st century educational programs that provide students with the experience and skills to thrive in a growing global economy. (3) To put new environmental knowledge into action by engaging and serving communities, here in North Carolina and around the world. (4) To fuel and harness the university’s sustainability activities through the Sustainable Carolina Initiative *Position Summary:*This Geo-Health Internship Program Teacher Leader positions will do their work in Robeson County, in support of our project. The Geo-Health Internship Program Teacher Leader positions will provide Master of Arts/Master of Arts in Teaching (MA/MAT) students opportunities to: (1) deepen their knowledge of geoscience and environmental health, (2) pilot hands-on activities with curricular connections (to NC Essential Standards for Science) that introduce geoscience and environmental health topics, and (3) enhance science teaching practices. The positions will meet regularly with the project team and when possible, engage graduate students at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (UNC-CH) and the University of North Carolina at Pembroke (UNC-P) to support activities and expose students to STEM professionals and STEM education careers. *Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:*Demonstrated possession of the competencies necessary to perform the work. *Required Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience: Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills - Ability to organize and manage work effectively, independently and collaboratively. *Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience: Ability to multi-task *Campus Security Authority Responsibilities:*Not Applicable.