Division/Title
Conservation/ Conservation Intern
Reporting relationship
Conservation Manager
Job Summary
In the Conservation Department of Loggerhead Marinelife Center (LMC), interns have the opportunity to participate in marine debris prevention initiatives that help improve the health of marine life and oceans. The Conservation internship is open to students (undergraduates or recent graduates) with a focused interest in conservation, sustainability, wildlife, biology, and/or nonprofits. Interns will have the opportunity to learn all aspects of LMC’s conservation efforts by working directly with LMC staff. Additionally, interns will have access to special events and programs. The internship experience is considered voluntary, thus it is not paid and housing is not provided. However, LMC can work with schools to provide the intern with course credit. Start and end dates are flexible to accommodate school and work schedules. Interns are required to complete an intern project. All interns report directly to the Conservation Manager.
Hours
15–30 hours a week, with a commitment of 3 days a week minimum. Hours will vary depending on weather conditions and outreach schedule. Days and hours are flexible.
Core Responsibilities
- Conducting surveys with various groups including recreational boaters and anglers on local
fishing piers - Assisting with preparation and coordination of community workshops
- Preparing materials for conservation projects
- Conducting outreach programs and/or information tables as appropriate for trade shows,
festivals, LMC events, and community events - Conducting children’s fishing workshops for ethical angling
- Collecting and recording data for all conservation projects
- Maintaining relationships with conservation partners
- Sorting, weighing, recording, and recycling or repurposing debris collected from cleanup
activities - Completing a final project based on career objectives. The project will be provided by LMC
staff within the first week of internship - Collecting water quality and other environmental samples for partner organizations.
- Contribute to blog posts when needed
- Attend various outreaches and events over the course of the internship
- Complete other conservation tasks as assigned and needed
- Further support LMC’s mission
Required Skills, Knowledge and Experience:
- College undergraduate student or higher from the U.S. or International School
- Desire to pursue a career in a related field, such as conservation, environmentalism, biology,
sustainability, etc. - Self-motivated and possess the ability to work independently or as part of a team
- Comfortable speaking with the general public on information related to LMC’s conservation
initiatives - Willing to work outdoors in the South Florida heat, rain, and wind when necessary
- Self-motivated and possess the ability to work independently or as part of a team
- Excellent in-person and online communication skills
- Well organized, with strong attention to detail
- Computer skills required: Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Power Point), Google apps, web &
social media savvy - Must have strong interpersonal communication skills and the ability to communicate with a
variety of different audiences - Proficiency in multiple languages preferred
- Use of personal vehicle, mileage/gas reimbursements will be made
- All interns must possess a valid driver’s license and pass a criminal background check
About Us
Founded in 1983, Loggerhead Marinelife Center is a leading cultural attraction in South Florida that provides open access to all guests. Today the Center is a global leader in the research, rehabilitation, and protection of sea turtles, serving our broader mission to promote ocean ecosystem conservation. Annually we reach 900,000 guests with our transformational education programs and partner with nearly 100 organizations across six continents and 100 countries in ocean conservation.
Physical Demands + Work Environment
The physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Successful applicants must be comfortable in a highly dynamic environment in an active and busy office or outdoor setting. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms, and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand and walk. The employee is frequently required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 30 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. This position may involve working outdoors in Florida, often in hot and humid conditions, and at events that extend into evening and weekend hours. Must be willing and able to travel for offsite programming and possess a valid driver’s license.
