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Employment Opportunities


SCCF Marine Lab Internship (Winter-Spring 2009)

The Sanibel-Captiva Conservation Foundation (SCCF) is a private Not-for-Profit organization dedicated to the preservation of natural resources and wildlife habitat on and around Sanibel and Captiva (http://www.sccf.org). SCCF just celebrated its 40th anniversary, although the Marine Lab was only started in early 2000. The laboratory houses 9-10 full-time staff, four of whom are Ph.D. level staff scientists, and a grants administrator. One of the four senior scientists serves as the lab’s GIS/Database administrator.

The Sanibel-Captiva Conservation Foundation (SCCF) Marine Laboratory is seeking an energetic and hardworking intern with a marine and estuarine college background to assist with the lab’s numerous research projects, as well as working on an independent research project developed with our assistance.

Description:
The Sanibel-Captiva Conservation Foundation (SCCF) Marine Laboratory, situated on Tarpon Bay on the J.N. “Ding” Darling National Wildlife Refuge is seeking an energetic and hardworking intern, looking for hands-on experience in marine and estuarine-related research efforts. We are looking for detail-oriented individuals who can work independently also. Work will focus in and around Sanibel and Captiva Islands, Pine Island Sound and San Carlos Bay and may from time to time range up the Caloosahatchee River to Lake Okeechobee. The intern will gain direct experience working with lab staff in the lab and field and assist with data entering and related graphing and analyses. Preference will be given to applicants considering one of the environmental or aquatic/marine sciences as a career. For more details on current projects see http://www.sccf.org/content/84/Research.aspx.

Requirements:
Applicants should have a strong undergraduate background in the aquatic and/or marine sciences, including additional coursework in environmental, ecological, or related sciences. The successful applicant will be expected to work with marine lab staff assisting with lab and field efforts. We also expect the successful applicant to develop an independent research project with our assistance and complete this effort during their tenure at the lab. Small boat experience is preferred whereas the ability to swim is required. Interns will be required to participate heavily in fieldwork, sometimes involving long hours (potentially evenings or weekends), often under difficult field conditions. The intern should also be prepared to work in subtropical conditions, including Florida warm temperatures and humidity, and submerged in water of various temperatures. They should also be able have and be able to use mask, fins and a snorkel for field work.

Depending on pending grants there may be other related opportunities during the successful applicant’s tenure.
Stipend: A weekly stipend of $200/week and on-island housing provided, along with limited travel support.
Eligibility: Undergraduate juniors and seniors enrolled in marine programs or with appropriate experience (see above) preferred. Graduating seniors are eligible.

Please send a cover letter indicating your interest, resume/CV with summary of relevant coursework, transcripts (unofficial are acceptable), and contact information for two references we may contact to: lcoen@sccf.org; by email or snail mail to: Dr. Loren Coen, Director, SCCF Marine Lab, 900A Tarpon Bay Rd., Sanibel, FL 33957.

Starting Date: January 2009
Current Duration: Four to six months
Deadline: Open until filled
Stipend: ($200/week) and on-island housing provided, along with some travel support.

Posted 12/15/08