Ocean Internship: Sustainable Ocean and Reefs

Internship Opportunity

Additionally, the intern will play a vital role in community engagement and gain valuable experience in nonprofit management. Scheduled to commence on September 15th and concluding on December 15th, this internship spans approximately 4 months, offering a comprehensive and enriching experience. There may be an opportunity to extend the internship beyond the initial period, depending on mutual interest and availability. Join us in making a positive impact on coral reefs and communities alike!

• Open Water SCUBA Certification (through a recognized certification body–NAUI, PADI, SSI, etc.)
• Certify that you have at least 30 dives: 10 of which must be ocean dives, and 10 from a boat; at least one logged dive within a year of internship start date

• Training beyond Open Water Scuba Active Oxygen Administration certification Active CPR/First Aid certification
• Photo and video skills
• Currently enrolled in a credit-bearing degree program or a recent graduate
• In order to participate in diving, you must own or have access to working condition and reliable dive gear (excluding tanks). This includes: BCD, regulator, mask, fins, snorkel, dive computer, wetsuit, weights, and gloves. The internship host will provide all coral related working tools.
• You must have a working computer.
• Vehicular transportation is the responsibility of the intern.
• Coral restoration work requires a high level of physical activity and/or physical exertion. Interns must be able to carry 65 pounds and able to lift 35 pounds overhead.
• A typical work week is 35-40 hours a week but may also include some weekends and holidays
• Possess strong communication, interpersonal, and time management skills.
• Able to work well and interact with the public and our volunteers.
• Able to engage and educate audiences about marine life and ecosystems of the FL Keys.
• Ability to work well in a team environment, but also work well independently.
• Flexible and ability to take initiative and successfully complete assigned tasks.
• Come with an open and curious mind and a willingness to learn and grow. If you qualify for school credit, we will work with you and the school to fulfill requirements.

• $800/month living stipend.
• 1-1 supervisory ratio in immersive coral restoration training.
• Focused attention from SOAR staff.
• No office location, remote work required on land days.

Learn more about this opportunity and how to apply.