Internship Program

Launch your conservation career with hands-on experience in coral restoration, research, and outreach.

Our Internship Opportunities

Our internship program provides students and recent graduates with real-world experience in marine conservation. Interns work side-by-side with our team and leave with skills, connections, and a portfolio of meaningful work.

Research Internship

Work alongside our marine biologists in the lab and in the field. Assist with micro-fragmentation procedures, data collection, coral health monitoring, and reef surveys.

  • Coral fragmentation lab work
  • Reef monitoring dives (certification required)
  • Data analysis and reporting
  • Scientific writing experience
Duration: 12–16 weeks | Location: Summerland Key, FL | Stipend: Available

Education Internship

Help develop and deliver educational programs about coral reef conservation. Work with our Education Coordinator to create curriculum, lead tours, and engage community groups.

  • Curriculum development
  • School and community outreach
  • Nursery tour facilitation
  • Workshop coordination
Duration: 10–16 weeks | Location: Summerland Key, FL | Stipend: Available

Communications Internship

Tell the story of our work through compelling digital content. Create social media posts, write blog articles, assist with email newsletters, and help document restoration projects through photography and video.

  • Social media content creation
  • Blog writing and editing
  • Photography and video
  • Email marketing support
Duration: 10–16 weeks | Location: Remote / Hybrid | Stipend: Available

Fundraising & Development Internship

Support our development team with grant research, donor communications, event planning, and fundraising campaigns. Gain practical experience in nonprofit development.

  • Grant research and writing support
  • Donor database management
  • Event coordination support
  • Fundraising campaign assistance
Duration: 10–16 weeks | Location: Remote / Hybrid | Stipend: Available

Internship Application