Job Description

Are marine science and conservation something that is important to you? Are you interested in mentoring and educating the next generation to inspire positive change? We are a team of scientists dedicated to igniting a passion for marine conservation and awareness. Our organization is seeking individuals who share this vision to create a brighter future for our planet’s oceans. Join our team to gain an unforgettable and exciting outdoor teaching experience today!

• Our programs will be running from mid-June through early September.
• Required participation for the entirety of our programs, typically Monday-Friday, 9:00 am-2:00 pm.
• In Spring Lake, our half-day program runs from 9:00 am-12:00 pm.
• Location-specific schedules may be found through our website's Sign Up tab.
• Applicants must be available from mid to late August.
• We are unable to offer housing at this time.
• Additional locations can be found on our website marinesciencecamp.com.

Responsibilities/Duties:

• The major role of our support staff is to assist the Lead Scientist in conducting various lessons and activities.
• Support Staff team members are expected to teach regularly throughout the season.
• The Support Staff will be responsible for the upkeep and handling of site supplies.
• Staffers must also be prepared to work with program attendees independently if needed.

Qualifications/Skills:

• A degree in marine sciences, biology, education, or a closely related science field is preferred.
• First Aid and CPR certification preferred.
• Previous scientific field, research, or teaching experience preferred.
• Ability to lead and implement program activities in a variable outdoor setting.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Passionate about marine sciences and conservation.

Additional positions and locations are available. For a full listing of our available positions and applications please visit marinesciencecamps.com/employment. Reach out to us via marinesciencecamp.com/contact-us to learn more.

We provide attendees with a mixture of dynamic hands-on activities that may include but not be limited to hands-on field sampling, interactive games, scientific demonstrations and experiments, dissections, and special guest presentations. A large component of our program is scientific field sampling and water quality testing. These activities enable attendees to obtain daily hands-on experience with marine life and observe variances in our natural world. Our award-winning general core curriculum is updated seasonally. We strive to incorporate all aspects of marine science into our curriculum. This includes topics such as biology, chemistry, engineering, geology, and conservation. Our various dissections also allow attendees to learn fun, interesting facts about our local marine life’s anatomy.

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