Unpaid Internships
Marine Dynamics Academy: Skills Based Science Internship
The Marine Dynamics Academy, an organisation based in Gansbaai (South Africa) recently launched a skills-based training program, providing students involved with the marine environment with a range of field-based experiences, designed to enhance their employability. Their program launched on the 4th of June 2018 in their hometown of Gansbaai, South Africa, home to the Marine Big 5 and the great white shark capital of the world. They welcome applications from marine science undergrads, recent graduates and encourage anyone with an interest in marine wildlife to contact them about all opportunities. Interns will experience studying and working directly with great white sharks, small sharks, whales, dolphins, the endangered African penguin and other seabirds, on practical and academic modules designed to increase their future employability prospects.
How to Apply:
Application: You can apply online at www.marinedynamics.org/academy
Additional Note: The cost of the internship is R25,000 per month and that cost only covers the training, welcome pack, and accomodation. Additionally, the cost of flights, Visas, travel insurance, free-time excursion and food during the stay are not included.
Contact Information:
The Marine Dynamics Academy, an organisation based in Gansbaai (South Africa) recently launched a skills-based training program, providing students involved with the marine environment with a range of field-based experiences, designed to enhance their employability. Their program launched on the 4th of June 2018 in their hometown of Gansbaai, South Africa, home to the Marine Big 5 and the great white shark capital of the world. They welcome applications from marine science undergrads, recent graduates and encourage anyone with an interest in marine wildlife to contact them about all opportunities. Interns will experience studying and working directly with great white sharks, small sharks, whales, dolphins, the endangered African penguin and other seabirds, on practical and academic modules designed to increase their future employability prospects.
How to Apply:
- Click on Documents below to find:
- Application form
- Prospectus
- Video Footage
- Legal docs that can be found here and here
- What they need from you
- Completed application form
- Resumé and cover letter
- A copy of the photograph page of your passport
- Read & familiarize yourself with the appendices, to be reviewed during the screening process
Application: You can apply online at www.marinedynamics.org/academy
Additional Note: The cost of the internship is R25,000 per month and that cost only covers the training, welcome pack, and accomodation. Additionally, the cost of flights, Visas, travel insurance, free-time excursion and food during the stay are not included.
Contact Information:
- Website: www.marinedynamics.org
- Email: intern@marinedynamics.org
- Phone Number: +27 82 380 3405
Fall Marine Mammal Rescue Internship - Monterey Bay
The Marine Mammal Center rescues and rehabilitates sick and injured marine mammals at their state-of-the-art veterinary facilities by engaging a dedicated workforce and a supportive community. They learn from the patients in their care and contribute to scientific understanding of the changing health of our ocean, taking action to address ocean threats and save endangered species. They lead as a teaching hospital by training veterinary professionals locally and internationally, and inspiring future ocean stewards through innovative school and public education programs. The Rescue and Response team at The Marine Mammal Center is seeking applicants for their Monterey Bay Operations Rescue and Response Internship working primarily with stranded pinnipeds, as well as occasional cetaceans and sea otters. The Rescue and Response Internship is an exciting opportunity for individuals who are interested in increasing their experience and knowledge of marine mammals and the Marine Mammal Stranding Network.
Intern Schedule: The fall internship will run from mid-August or September through November. Interns must be able to work for a minimum of 3 months, 5 days a week, at least 40 hours per week. Work schedule must be flexible and may include weekends and holidays.
Eligibility Requirements:
Additional Note: This is an unpaid internship and interns are responsible for their own housing accommodations and transportation. Unfortunately, we are unable to host international applicants at this time.
For More Information: Click here.
Deadline: Monday, July 23, 2018 or until the position is filled. Application to apply is here.
The Marine Mammal Center rescues and rehabilitates sick and injured marine mammals at their state-of-the-art veterinary facilities by engaging a dedicated workforce and a supportive community. They learn from the patients in their care and contribute to scientific understanding of the changing health of our ocean, taking action to address ocean threats and save endangered species. They lead as a teaching hospital by training veterinary professionals locally and internationally, and inspiring future ocean stewards through innovative school and public education programs. The Rescue and Response team at The Marine Mammal Center is seeking applicants for their Monterey Bay Operations Rescue and Response Internship working primarily with stranded pinnipeds, as well as occasional cetaceans and sea otters. The Rescue and Response Internship is an exciting opportunity for individuals who are interested in increasing their experience and knowledge of marine mammals and the Marine Mammal Stranding Network.
Intern Schedule: The fall internship will run from mid-August or September through November. Interns must be able to work for a minimum of 3 months, 5 days a week, at least 40 hours per week. Work schedule must be flexible and may include weekends and holidays.
Eligibility Requirements:
- All applicants must be 21 years of age or older, with an avid interest in marine biology, zoology, general biology, policy or a related field.
- Interns are required to pass a background check and a motor vehicle check prior to acceptance into the internship.
- Applicants should demonstrate excellent communication skills and have practical computer knowledge with programs such as Word, Access, and Excel.
- This internship position involves a fair amount of physical activity, such as lifting, restraining and moving animals.
- If the intern intends to receive university credit for their internship, they are responsible for making all arrangements with their educational institution.
Additional Note: This is an unpaid internship and interns are responsible for their own housing accommodations and transportation. Unfortunately, we are unable to host international applicants at this time.
For More Information: Click here.
Deadline: Monday, July 23, 2018 or until the position is filled. Application to apply is here.
Indoor Vertical Farm Internship Program with Certificate
Local Greens Inc, located in Berkeley CA, is a family owned indoor hydroponic farm growing and delivering organic microgreens and herbs from our Berkeley farm directly to major grocery stores all around the Bay Area (Whole Foods and more).
This is an ideal internship for anyone studying horticulture, sustainable farming, environmental science or related areas. In the midst of a drought hydroponic farming is getting a lot of attention for its incredibly minimal use of water and land. Come join for this exciting movement in farming! We offer 2-month & 4-month unpaid internships that will earn you a certificate of completion stating the areas of this field you have successfully learned.
To find out more and apply, click here.
Local Greens Inc, located in Berkeley CA, is a family owned indoor hydroponic farm growing and delivering organic microgreens and herbs from our Berkeley farm directly to major grocery stores all around the Bay Area (Whole Foods and more).
This is an ideal internship for anyone studying horticulture, sustainable farming, environmental science or related areas. In the midst of a drought hydroponic farming is getting a lot of attention for its incredibly minimal use of water and land. Come join for this exciting movement in farming! We offer 2-month & 4-month unpaid internships that will earn you a certificate of completion stating the areas of this field you have successfully learned.
To find out more and apply, click here.
Environmental Protection Agency Internship Program (CSU)
This Internship Program offers CSU student volunteer learning opportunities at the EPA in a wide range of discipline areas. It provides students the opportunity to strengthen their leadership, technical, research, communication, networking, and other job skills as well as allowing the interns to become familiar with the EPA and its structure. Students work closely with a CSU faculty advisor and an EPA mentor to develop an overall learning project plan which will guide the internship. With direction from their faculty advisors, students will be mentored by the EPA directly. This is a for-credit Internship Program only, so no stipend/salary is provided. Internships will be offered each semester/quarter and are on an on-going basis. Most internships will be based at the student's home campus. Interns will be required to submit a final report documenting their experience and project(s) with the EPA and complete a career profile on their EPA mentor that identifies the mentor's requisite skill sets and educational requirements.
Eligibility Requirements:
For More Information: Click here.
Deadline: Ongoing
This Internship Program offers CSU student volunteer learning opportunities at the EPA in a wide range of discipline areas. It provides students the opportunity to strengthen their leadership, technical, research, communication, networking, and other job skills as well as allowing the interns to become familiar with the EPA and its structure. Students work closely with a CSU faculty advisor and an EPA mentor to develop an overall learning project plan which will guide the internship. With direction from their faculty advisors, students will be mentored by the EPA directly. This is a for-credit Internship Program only, so no stipend/salary is provided. Internships will be offered each semester/quarter and are on an on-going basis. Most internships will be based at the student's home campus. Interns will be required to submit a final report documenting their experience and project(s) with the EPA and complete a career profile on their EPA mentor that identifies the mentor's requisite skill sets and educational requirements.
Eligibility Requirements:
- Enrolled at CSU (Half/Full time)
- Enrolled in an internship course on a CSU campus
- Minimum 2.5 GPA
For More Information: Click here.
Deadline: Ongoing