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.

This internship 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!

Summary

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

Compensation Information

Interns work no more than 40 hours per week and are compensated at current NJ Minimum Wage of $15.13/hour. One weekend day is required, and schedules may include holidays.