Conservation Internship (Accepting applications for Spring 2027, Full Time)

Conservation Internship– Accepting applications for Spring 2027

Full Time (4 days/week)

Spring (January-May) & Fall (September-December)

Interns selected will help to organize and run community volunteer opportunities and expand business sustainability initiatives.

The Conservation internship primary duties include:

• Recruiting and organizing volunteers marine debris removal and storm drain stenciling events
• Organizing and leading marine debris removal projects (both land and water based)
• Distributing informational brochures and guides to businesses, hotels, and restaurants throughout Monroe County
• Canvassing businesses to expand our Skip the Straw Florida Keys, Protect Your Skin, Protect Our Reefs Responsible Sunscreen, and Plastic Free Key West campaigns

Conservation Internship Secondary duties:

• Operation of Reef Relief's environmental center
• Assisting with fundraisers, marketing, and community events
• Spring Term: assisting with Spring Break Coral Camp

Qualifications

• Applicants must have a degree (or be actively seeking one) in marine science, education, or related field.
• Strong interest in marine/environmental science and conservation
• Comfortable swimming skills
• Able to lift at least 50 lbs
• Ability to self lead and time manage
• Able to work in Florida Keys climate

How to apply: Please send a resume and cover letter to [email protected]

All internships are unpaid, however small stipends and/or housing allowance may be possible depending on available funding and internship position. Part time internships do not receive a stipend. For the Spring and Fall terms, full time internships are expected to spend 4 work days with Reef Relief, whereas Part time are expected to spend 2 work days. Summer internships are always full time, 5 days a week.

Interested applicants must send their cover letter and resume to [email protected]. Please be sure to state the position and term you are interested in. All internships are based in person in Key West, Florida.

Your cover letter should cover three main things: stated position of interest, reason for applying, and related qualifications/experience that would make you a good candidate.

\*\*We currently are not accepting applications from candidates outside North America.

To apply: email the required material to [email protected]