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RTX

Contracts Coop ( Spring/Summer 2027)

Atlanta, GA

$66K - $80K/yr

Discover opportunities to make a difference at RTX. At RTX, the world's largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the ...

RTX

Contracts Coop ( Spring/Summer 2027)

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$66K - $80K/yr

Discover opportunities to make a difference at RTX. At RTX, the world's largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the ...

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As of Sep 13, 2026, the average hourly pay for summer discovery in Decatur, GA is $19.84, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.72 and $24.86 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Summer Discovery job typically involves working with pre-college or enrichment programs designed for middle and high school students during the summer. Employees may serve as residential counselors, academic instructors, program coordinators, or administrative staff. Responsibilities often include supervising students, leading activities, ensuring safety, and fostering a positive learning environment. These roles provide valuable experience in education, leadership, and youth development. Summer Discovery jobs are ideal for individuals passionate about mentoring and working with young learners in an engaging and dynamic setting.

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A typical day for Summer Discovery staff involves leading and supervising educational workshops, coordinating recreational and social activities, and ensuring the safety and well-being of program participants. You’ll collaborate closely with other staff members to support students, troubleshoot any challenges, and foster a positive group environment. Most roles combine hands-on interaction with youth, planning logistical details, and communicating with both students and parents. This varied structure keeps each day dynamic and offers valuable experience in education, leadership, and program management.

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Infographic showing various Summer Discovery job openings in Decatur, GA as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 33% Full Time, 59% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 6% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $41,263 per year, or $19.8 per hour.

Public Programs Manager

Atlanta, GA • On-site

Fernbank Museum of Natural History
Museums and Historical Sites • 51 - 200 employees
Learn more about Fernbank Museum of Natural Historyexternal

Full-time

Posted 4 days ago

Job description

Description
Job Title: Public Programs Manager
Department: Education
Reports To: Director of Education
Schedule: Tuesday - Saturday
Job Summary: Fernbank's Public Programs Manager oversees the planning, development, implementation, and evaluation of non-school group educational experiences that engage children, teens, families, and adult audiences. This position provides oversight for the Museum's public programming portfolio, supervises public program staff and seasonal camp personnel, and collaborates across departments to deliver high-quality visitor experiences that support Fernbank's educational mission.
Major Job Functions
  • Develop and manage curriculum, educational activities, schedules, operational procedures, and evaluation methods for assigned programs
  • Community Programming
    • Oversee the planning, development, implementation, and evaluation of year-round public programming, including birthday party programs, STEAM Lab programs, and daytime drop-in programming
    • Collaborate with other departments to coordinate and implement select Discovery Days and Fernbank After Dark events
  • Summer and School Break Camps
    • Lead the planning and execution of annual summer camp sessions, including hiring, training and managing Summer Camp Counselors
    • Lead the planning and execution of school break camps
  • Staff Management
    • Hire, train, and manage part-time Exhibit Facilitators
    • Supervise, coach, and support the Public Programs Coordinator
    • Hire and supervise interns to provide mentorship and professional development in assigned program areas
  • Other
    • Work with the Director of Education and other members of the Education team to develop an annual operating budget
    • Maintain records and data related to all areas of program oversight
    • Occasionally serve as content lead for Fernbank's temporary exhibits, including some press appearances and communications as well as auxiliary content creation
    • Other projects and duties, as assigned, to support the goals and mission of the Education Department and the Museum

Requirements:
  • Bachelor's degree or higher in a STEAM field, education, natural history, or museum studies
  • Minimum 2 years' experience in science education - formal or informal - including program coordination and development
  • Minimum 2 years' supervisory experience
  • Weekend availability required plus some holiday and evening work as needed

Skills & Attributes
  • Must enjoy working with people, especially children
  • Flexible disposition, able to make decisions and solve problems with a positive attitude in quickly changing situations
  • Self-starter, able to work independently and see projects through to completion
  • Comfortable learning to work with educational animals such as reptiles, amphibians, and some terrestrial invertebrates
  • Excellent organization and communication skills, able to manage multiple projects and tasks

Full-Time/Part-Time
Full-Time
Exempt/Non-Exempt
Exempt
Open Date
9/10/2026
Number of Openings
1
EOE Statement
We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
About the Organization
Fernbank, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, is one of the most popular and iconic cultural attractions in Atlanta. Home to the world's largest dinosaurs, Atlanta's biggest movie screen and one of the largest assemblages of urban Piedmont forest in the United States, Fernbank brings science to life through immersive programming and unmatched experiences that encourage a greater appreciation of our planet and its inhabitants. Fernbank continues its environmental legacy to protect Fernbank Forest while fulfilling an educational mission to inspire lifelong learning of natural history.
Fernbank's Values:
Science and the natural world inspire us.
Curiosity drives us.
Inclusivity strengthens us.
Community empowers us.
Resourcefulness advances us.
Integrity grounds us.
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