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Marine Conservation Internship Fall 2014
URL: http://www.reef.org/internship
Company / Organization: Reef Environmental Education Foundation
Pay Rate: 0.00
Type: Full-time
City: Key Largo
State or Country if outside US: Florida
Application Deadline: 30-Jun-14
Duration: Late August - Mid December
Description:
Reef Environmental Education Foundation (REEF) in Key Largo, FL is now accepting applications for Fall 2014 Marine Conservation Interns. ABOUT THE INTERNSHIP: REEF's Marine Conservation Internship provides an in-depth look into REEF's Volunteer Fish Survey Project and Invasive Lionfish Program. Geared towards college-age individuals, the internship provides an array of diverse experiences including scientific diving, outreach and education, data collection and management, non-profit operations, and public speaking. During the four-month long internship, you will have many opportunities to dive and volunteer with partner organizations in the Florida Keys and South Florida. Visit www.REEF.org/internship to learn more and apply. BENEFITS: - Exposure to numerous non-profit educational and environmental organizations - Experience in Florida and Caribbean fish identification - Opportunity to become a member of REEF's Advanced Assessment Team - Practical field experience in monitoring protocols, procedures, and data management - Opportunities to teach others about the marine environment - Making a lasting difference as a valuable member of the REEF team - Hands-on experience with diverse tasks and responsibilities for important projects - Network with key figures in marine science, SCUBA diving, underwater photography, and conservation - Plentiful opportunities to dive - College credit, if appropriate - Letters of recommendation provided upon successful completion of the internship - Dive training certifications from local dive shops and instructors, where applicable - Make long lasting friendships with like-minded individuals - Live in the beautiful, sunny Florida Keys, where the ocean is your backyard! Application deadline is June 30, 2014. For more information, contact Martha Klitzkie at Martha@REEF.org or call 305-852-0030
Requirements:
QUALIFICATIONS: - Must have completed at least two years of college - National and international individuals accepted - Must have basic Open Water SCUBA certification - Experience with ocean diving and boat diving is preferred - Experience with Microsoft Office Suite - Strong verbal and written communication skills - Excellent people skills - we work with the general public daily - Detail oriented, ability to take direction and follow through with projects - Enthusiasm to teach and instill a connection to the marine environment with the public - Students from disciplines outside marine science are encouraged to apply
Point of Contact: Martha Klitzkie