REEF in Key Largo, FL is currently accepting interns for Fall 2019! Below are the details of the internship and links to access materials and extra information on our website.
ABOUT THE INTERNSHIP:
REEF’s Marine Conservation Internship provides an in-depth look into REEF’s Volunteer Fish Survey Project and Invasive Lionfish Program. The internship provides diverse experiences including non-profit operations, outreach and education, field experience, data collection and management, public speaking, event planning and advertising. During the four month internship, you will have many opportunities to dive and volunteer with partner organizations in the Florida Keys and South Florida. Visit https://www.reef.org/reef-marine-conservation-internship-program to learn more and apply. Funding opportunities can be found at https://www.reef.org/reef-marine-conservation-internship-funding-opportunities
BENEFITS:
– Exposure to numerous non-profit educational and environmental organizations
– Experience in Florida and Caribbean fish identification and surveying
– Assist with the summer Invasive Lionfish Derby Series
-Assist with REEF’s Ocean Explorers Summer Camp
– Opportunity to become a member of REEF’s Advanced Assessment Team
– Practical field experience in monitoring protocols, procedures, and data management
– Experience with marketing, communications, and graphic design
– Opportunities to teach others about the marine environment during presentations and community outreach
– Gain hands-on experience with diverse tasks and responsibilities at a small non-profit organization
– Network with key figures in marine science, SCUBA diving, underwater photography, and conservation
– Have plentiful opportunities to dive
– Earn college credit, if appropriate
– Receive letters of recommendation upon successful completion of the internship
– Earn dive training certifications from local dive shops and instructors, when 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 30th. Please reach out to REEF via email (REEFHQ@REEF.org) or give them a call (305-852-0030) if you have any further questions.