Environmental Education Internship

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Organization

The Wetlands Institute

Job Posted

January 21, 2022

Job Category

Job Type

Job Duration

Job Compensation Type

Remote

No

Contact Name

Brooke Knapick

Contact Email

education@wetlandsinstitute.org

Location

Stone Harbor, NJ
United States
The Wetlands Institute (TWI) is a non-profit organization based in Stone Harbor, New Jersey. Our mission is to promote appreciation, understanding and stewardship of wetlands and coastal ecosystems through our programs in research, conservation and education.

Summary

The Luing Family Internship Program is designed to introduce you to the Environmental Education and Interpretation profession and further your career, all while you explore one of America’s most incredible natural areas. So if being wet, muddy, and happy at day's end sounds like your dream job, then we want you at The Wetlands Institute!

As Environmental Education Interns, you will lead or participate in the following:

  • Educational Salt Marsh Safari Walks
  • Fishing, Seining and Crabbing Programs
  • Back-bay Kayak and Boat Tours
  • Aquarium Feeding Programs
  • Daily Creature Feature Presentations
  • Interpretive Dune, Beach and Nature Walks
  • Summer Nature Programs
  • Local Outreach Events
  • School Programs
  • Special Events

This internship has the following requirements:

  • A degree in biology, marine biology, environmental science, education or related field
  • Must have completed at least two years of college
  • Reliable transportation, automobile preferred
  • Must be comfortable working on boats
  • There is no housing available for this internship. Applicant must be able to live and commute locally.

How to apply:

To apply, please submit a complete application package which includes:  cover letter, resume and completed internship application form.  Internship application forms may be downloaded from our website at:  http://wetlandsinstitute.org/education/internship-opportunities/

Please send all complete application packages to Brooke Knapick via email or US postal service.  Email preferred.

Brooke Knapick
Director of Educational Program Development
The Wetlands Institute
1075 Stone Harbor Boulevard
Stone Harbor, New Jersey  08247
education@wetlandsinstitute.org

Compensation Information

Interns work 40 hours per week (one weekend day and one or two evenings required), receive a weekly stipend of $160.00 and a summer living stipend of $500.00