Environmental Education Summer Internship

The Marine Studies Department at the Canterbury School of Florida is seeking Marine Science Education Interns for the Summer of 2026. The Marine Science Education Intern will assist with various Marine Science Summer Camps for students in grades K-5. The intern will lead students and campers in interactive, hands-on learning experiences with touch tanks, snorkeling, outdoor exploration, paddleboarding, games, and arts and crafts. The intern will also assist with field trips to areas, including local beaches and nature preserves.

The Marine Studies Environmental Education Internship at Canterbury School of Florida will provide the potential intern with practical learning experience and knowledge of informal conservation and environmental education in a summer camp setting.

Interns will work approximately 40 hours per week, Monday-Friday, 8:15 a.m.-4 p.m., for 3 weeks during summer camp sessions (6/8-6/12,6/15-6/19) and around 5 hours per week during the other internship weeks. This internship will run from Monday, June 1st, to Friday, August 7th, unless otherwise arranged by the Director of Marine Studies. Interns will receive a stipend of $1,500 for the program. 

The intern will help develop the marine studies curriculum for students in K through Grade 5. The curriculum will focus on all aspects of marine science and environmental education. Additionally, the intern will help maintain and care for the classroom, lab space, and learning resources in the Cousteau Center for Marine Studies (CCMS).

The Marine Studies program features a kayak fleet, paddle boards, and three aquarium touch tanks filled with various organisms like reef fish, crabs, sea stars, urchins, and sea snails. The mission of the Marine Studies Department is to inspire an appreciation of the local marine environment and to promote responsible stewardship. The program aims to accomplish these goals by enhancing the traditional science curriculum and focusing on inquiry-based marine science education.

Qualifications:

• Undergraduate/graduate student or recent graduate majoring in marine science, environmental science, biology, or similar field with a valid drivers license and automotive insurance.
• Demonstrates interest in working with children and animals. Willingness to work with students in grades K through Grade 5.
• Exhibits a positive attitude, is hard-working, and passionate about educating students about the marine environment. Capable of working independently and able to solve a wide variety of problems in the field.
• A driver’s license is required as is proof of health insurance
• Any previous education experience, boating experience, kayaking experience, and lifeguard/CPR certification, is appreciated.
• Background Check, which includes fingerprinting, will be required, but paid for by Canterbury School of Florida.
• Must be willing and able to work with children of varying ages, as well as adults, in a professional manner.
• Must be able to take and follow directions to maintain a safe work environment for staff, students, and the animals at Canterbury School of Florida.
• Must be able to perform physical challenges involved in the daily duties including talking for long periods, walking, lifting/carrying equipment weighing approximately 30-50 lbs., sitting, kneeling, and bending. Candidate must be able and willing to perform all above duties outdoors and in all weather conditions.
• Interns must be able to commit to working around 40 hours per week Monday-Friday 8:15 a.m.-4 p.m. for 3 weeks during summer camp sessions in June and around 5 hours per week the other internship weeks. This internship will run from June 1st to August 7th, unless otherwise arranged by the Director of Marine Studies with a paid stipend of $1,500.