Employment & Internships

Working at SCCF means working alongside people who share a love for nature and a commitment to conservation. We offer ample benefits and endless opportunities for learning, collaboration, and growth.

Open Positions

Shorebird Intern

We are seeking one intern to assist the SCCF Coastal Wildlife Department’s shorebird monitoring program from mid-March through early September 2025 (Start and end dates are flexible). Primary duties include: Assisting the shorebird team with monitoring of beach-nesting birds including but not limited to snowy plovers, least terns, and Wilson’s plovers.

Nest searching, setting up nest area enclosures, interacting with the public, communicating with our team of volunteers, and data entry. Interns also assist with other departmental projects as needed, including but not limited to: bald eagle nest monitoring, swallow-tailed kite nest monitoring, and monofilament collection and recycling.

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Seasonal Marine Science Educator

Join our team as a Seasonal Marine Science Educator with Sanibel Sea School, a program of the Sanibel-Captiva Conservation Foundation (SCCF), where we’re on a mission to protect and care for Southwest Florida's coastal ecosystems and to inspire a lifelong love for the ocean.

Are you a passionate marine science educator with a commitment to conservation and experiential education? As part of our small, dedicated team, you’ll share your love of the ocean and marine science with students, acting as a mentor and guide as they explore and learn. Join us to lead impactful programs and inspire the next generation of ocean advocates.

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