Marine Science Instructor Internship

~ Seacamp Association is a non-profit, residential, environmental educational organization offering marine science programs for 10-17 year olds in a summer camp setting and to visiting elementary, middle, secondary, college, and adult groups throughout the school year. ~

Position Overview

Staff participate in a paid internship leading to a paid marine science instructor. Staff lead interpretive programs in tropical marine science for campers/visiting schools and participate in hospitality services required to run a residential facility. They will also gain valuable skills in lesson planning, enviromental education, and important career training.

Extensive Training Includes: American Red Cross Waterfront Lifeguarding, Oxygen Administration, First Aid, and CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer, Skin Diving Leadership, seamanship and boat handling, camp life, and teaching techniques. 

Requirements/Qualifications   

• Must be at least a college sophmore
• Must be working towards, or recently graduated with a B.S. or B.A. in Biology, Marine Science, Education, or a related field
• Experienced in supervising young people in group activities
• Possess or successfully complete during staff training, American Red Cross certifications in Waterfront Lifeguardin, First Aid, CPR/PR, AED, When Help Is Delayed, O2 Administration, and NAUI Skin Diving Leadership
• Must successfully complete the Seacamp Captain's Workshop during staff training 
• Posses current U.S. driver's license with good driving record