Marine Science Educator

~ Seacamp is a year round, non-profit marine science camp and educational facility located on Big Pine Key in the tropical Florida Keys. ~

Our unique science and water sports camp is 30 miles north of Key West in the heart of Florida's fragile coral reefs.

Founded in 1966, Seacamp Association offers marine science education and a full suite of water sports and activities including SCUBA, kayaking, sailing, windsurfing, fishing, arts & crafts, and many more.

Campers 12-17 years old enjoy these activities and many more in a traditional summer camp setting. Our highly trained staff, many of whom are with us year round, come from all over the US and the world.

We're 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.

And we're celebrating our 50th summer!!!   

Internship Overview 

• Staff lead interpretive programs in tropical marine science for campers/visiting schools and participate in hospitality services required to run a residential facility.
• You'll recieve extensive training in: science seminars; 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. 

Qualifications 

Marine Science Education Interns: 

• Recent college graduate of or working towards a college degree (must have completed junior year) in marine science, the biological sciences, or a related field.
• Applicants should be strong swimmers.
• Teaching experience and SCUBA certification preferred. Commitment runs from late October 2015 through May 2016. 

Benefits 

• Current college students may obtain credit through an internship. 
• Salary/Stipend, housing, meals when participants are in residence, training, worker's compensation insurance, and staff boat use during time off. 

To Apply 

• Please use the email address below to send your resume with complete work history and cover letter.
• We will contact you to complete your employment packet.
• The process will include an application, official college transcripts, and references.
• Applicants will be required to submit a Level II fingerprint background check and drug screening prior to employment.