Environmental Education Intern: Paid Position

The Wetlands Institute is a non-profit organization in southern New Jersey whose mission is to promote appreciation, understanding and stewardship of wetlands and coastal ecosystems through our programs in research, education and conservation. Interns will help lead programs for all ages, interact directly with live marine animals, teach outreach programs, and assist with a variety of other programs and special events to promote the New Jersey Shore.

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

Educational Salt Marsh Safari Walks

Fishing, Seining and Crabbing Programs

Aquarium Feeding Programs

Daily Creature Feature Presentations

Interpretive Dune, Beach and Nature Walks

Aquarium Animal Care

Coordinating Special Events

Summer Nature Program, Local Outreach Events, School Programs, and much more!

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

Housing is NOT provided. All interns must live or be able to commute locally. 

One weekend day is required, and schedules may include holidays.

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