Marine Education Internship

G/R32076P

Marine Education Internship

PSO-Marine Extension Service

Chartered by the state of Georgia in 1785, the University of Georgia is the birthplace of public higher education in America and is the state’s flagship university (https://www.uga.edu/). The proof is in our more than 240 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University’s main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly established School of Medicine.

Marine Extension and Georgia Sea Grant provides integrated research, education and extension programs that foster the responsible use of Georgia’s coastal resources by individuals, decision-makers and management agencies.

Our program is managed through a federal-state partnership between the University of Georgia (UGA) and the National Oceanic Atmospheric Administration’s (NOAA) National Sea Grant College Program, a national network of 34 Sea Grant programs located in coastal and Great Lakes states and territories.

Mission and Focus AreasMarine Extension and Georgia Sea Grant’s mission is to improve the environmental, social and economic health of the Georgia coast through research, education and extension.

Every four years, our program develops a long-range strategic plan that describes our goals and priorities for the coming years. To create this plan, we utilize an inclusive, multi-step process that incorporates fresh input from a diverse constituency.

Read Marine Extension and Georgia Sea Grant’s 2024-2027 Strategic Plan here.

The strategic plan outlines goals, strategies, outcomes and corresponding performance measures organized under the program’s four focus areas:

1. Environmental Literacy and Workforce Development
2. Healthy Coastal Ecosystems
3. Sustainable Fisheries and Aquaculture
4. Resilient Communities and Economies

https://gacoast.uga.edu/

Employee

10 weeks, 40 hours per week, Monday – Friday, 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m to coincide with camp session dates. No work June 29 – July 3 (camp break).

$15.00/hr

05/21/2026

02/02/2026

Yes

Applications must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. on March 09, 2026, via UGA Jobs.For general questions about opportunities or application process, please email marineinternship@uga.edu

Savannah Area

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning, as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

The intern will work with marine education faculty to supervise and lead summer camp activities for small teams of participants at the UGA Marine Education Center and Aquarium near Savannah, Georgia.

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Temporary Office/Clerical

Non-Exempt

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Marine Extension and Georgia Sea Grant is looking for a motivated and energetic individual who enjoys working with students ages 6-13 and has some background in working with youth camp programs. The internship work dates are May 21 – August 4, 2026. The intern will work with marine education faculty to supervise and lead summer camp activities for small teams of participants at the UGA Marine Education Center and Aquarium near Savannah, Georgia. Onsite housing and daily lunch provided. The intern will assist in daily preparations, instruction, and camper supervision.

This internship will provide experiential learning opportunities and practical work experience in the field of environmental / marine education. This position is intended for an undergraduate student to explore career interest, develop teaching skills and expand professional networks in environmental education, with emphasis on summer marine science camp programming.

Objectives

• Assist in instruction and implementation of Summer Marine Science Camp
• Utilize skills and knowledge gathered during undergraduate studies
• Work in an environment conducive to learning and professional growth

• Position based at UGA Marine Education Center and Aquarium on UGA’s Skidaway Marine Science Campus, Skidaway Island (30 Ocean Science Circle, Savannah, GA)
• 9 weeks, 40 hours per week, Monday – Friday, 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m to coincide with camp session dates. No work June 29 – July 3 (camp break).

• Previous experience working with children ages 6-14, preferably in a camp situation
• Excellent team working, communication, and leadership skills
• First Aid and CPR certification

• At least 18 years of age
• Currently enrolled in accredited college/university
• Completion of internship application and standard background check
• United States citizen or possess a valid U.S. work visa
• Pre and post internship assessments, progress and summary reports, and exit interview

• Physical ability to work outdoors in ambient conditions and lift objects up to 50 lbs
• Driving as needed for job duties.l

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Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.

For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below.

Anne Lindsay

lindsaya@uga.edu

912-598-2355