Restoration Internship

Target Audience(s): Undergraduate Student


Institution: Sanibel-Captiva Conservation Foundation Marine Laboratory

Institutional Web Link: http://marinelab.sccf.org

Position Description: The Sanibel-Captiva Conservation Foundation (SCCF) is a private not-for-profit organization dedicated to the conservation of coastal habitats and aquatic resources on Sanibel and Captiva and in the surrounding watershed (http://marinelab.sccf.org). The SCCF Marine Laboratory is a member of NAML/SAML and the Florida Institute of Oceanography (FIO) and has 6 resident staff, two of whom are Ph.D. Research Scientists.
Description: The Sanibel-Captiva Conservation Foundation (SCCF) Marine Laboratory, situated on Tarpon Bay in the J.N. “Ding” Darling National Wildlife Refuge is seeking an energetic and hardworking intern who is looking for hands-on experience in marine and estuarine restoration and research. We are looking for detail-oriented individuals who will assist on two Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP) funded restoration projects. The intern will gain direct experience working with lab staff to restore of oyster reef habitat and submerged aquatic vegetation in the Caloosahatchee Estuary. Preference will be given to applicants considering the fields of environmental or aquatic/marine sciences as a career. The SCCF is a drug-free workplace.
Requirements: Applicants should have a strong undergraduate background in the aquatic and/or marine sciences, including additional coursework in biological, physical, chemical, or related sciences. The successful applicant will be expected to assist with all aspects of the restoration projects including volunteer events and monitoring. The intern must be able to swim in water of various temperatures and have a mask, fins, and a snorkel for field work. The candidate will be evaluated along with the strength of undergraduate curriculum and academic metrics. The successful applicant will be required to participate in daily work at the lab, sometimes involving long hours (potentially evening or weekends), often under difficult field conditions (must be able to lift 50 lbs.). The intern should also be prepared to work in subtropical conditions, including typical south Florida’s hot and humid conditions.


Position Type: Temporary Position

Funding Source(s): Other


How to Apply: Please send: 1) a cover letter; 2) resume/CV with a summary of relevant coursework; 3) transcripts (unofficial are acceptable); 4) contact information for two references whom we may contact to: emilbran@sccf.org; or to: Dr. Eric Milbrandt, Director, SCCF Marine Lab, 900A Tarpon Bay Rd., Sanibel, FL 33957.

Application Closing Date: 01/16/2015